HC Deb 04 June 1913 vol 53 cc864-5
3. Mr. BURGOYNE

asked whether any decision has been arrived at regarding an official designation for naval hydro-aeroplanes; and, if not, whether he will consider "navyplane" as a suitable title?

Mr. CHURCHILL

The suggestion is interesting, and will be considered with other alternatives.

Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKE

Does the suggestion not rather suggest that the sea is always calm?

Mr. CHURCHILL

The hon. Member seems anxious to read more into the word than I have been able to do. I cannot see how the adoption of the new word regulates the character of the sea.

Mr. LEE

I hope the right hon. Gentleman will not delay the provision of a sufficient number of these instruments until the name is supplied.