§ 124. Mr. Martenasked the Minister of Aviation if he will give the usual comparative statistics between the United States C130 and the now cancelled HS681; and, in particular, if he will give the required run-way lengths of the two aircraft.
§ Mr. Roy JenkinsNo. Under normal security rules I cannot give the comparative figures of performance. But I can say that the C13OE meets the present needs of our Forces, including airfield performance.
§ Mr. Lubbockasked the Minister of Aviation what proposals have been submitted to him for re-equipping the Lockheed C130 with Rolls Royce Tyne 31W engines; what improvements in the performance of the aircraft would result from this; and how much extra per aircraft the cost would be.
§ Mr. Roy JenkinsRolls-Royce have submitted such a proposal, the possible performance advantage of which, together with its cost implications, are at present under urgent investigation in my Department.