Crew: 7
Length: 27.94 m
Wingspan: 31.65 m
Height: 8.94 m
Wing area: 92.9 m²
Empty weight: 22,650 kg
Max. takeoff weight: 35,240 kg
Maximum speed: 586 km/h
Cruise speed: 333 km/h
Range: 3,540 km
Service ceiling: 6,827 m
Armaments: 3,629 kg of free-fall bombs, depth charges, torpedoes and mines
The Sneachta, the Snowflake, is an old plane, but well maintained, kept and upgraded periodically. It is a valuable addition for the naval surveillance, coast protection and other services provided by the Navy. Phased out in 2018 in favour of the SDY-Sciathan 20 Guairdeall Multi-Purpose Amphibian Aircraft.