Part 2 - Details and Expected Performance for Output Expenses
Part 2.1 - Departmental Output Expenses
Airborne Surveillance and Response Forces (M22)
Scope of Appropriation
This appropriation is limited to the provision of the capabilities of No 5 Squadron RNZAF (P-3K2 Orion aircraft) prepared to conduct airborne surveillance of New Zealand's EEZ, the Pacific region and the Southern Ocean, to conduct search and rescue missions, and to conduct maritime and land air operations, in accordance with NZDF Output Plan specifications. This output expense also includes some support services to the community.
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation will decrease by $12.042 million to $164.662 million for 2011/12. This decrease relates to:
- a decrease ($12.187 million) to provide for 2011/12 NZDF resource reprioritisation and the management of future operating pressures through the Retention of Underspends, and
- a technical revenue recognition increase ($145,000).
