Ireland’s national police force, the Garda Síochána, is still awaiting delivery of a new helicopter ordered in 2024 due to administrative issues with paperwork. The existing Garda helicopter fleet is aging, with the current aircraft being over 20 years old – one dates back to 2007 and the other to 2001. These helicopters were scheduled for replacement to enhance operational capabilities. The delays represent a setback for Garda air support and potentially impact response times. Authorities are working to resolve the documentation problems and facilitate the helicopter’s delivery. The absence of a modern helicopter hinders the Garda’s ability to efficiently tackle crime and emergencies across the country. It is currently unknown how long the resolution of the paperwork will take.