§ Mr. SANDYSasked whether a new Army biplane has been designed and con- 185 structed under the direction of the superintendent of the aircraft factory; and, if so, whether it has been tested and proved satisfactory?
§ Colonel SEELYCertain experiments in aeroplane construction are being made at the aircraft factory for the Advisory Committee on Aeronautics, but it is not desirable to give any particulars at present.
§ Mr. SANDYSasked the Undersecretary whether he would consider the desirability of giving some recognition in the "Gazette" and Army List to officers not belonging to the Air Battalion who have obtained pilots' certificates?
§ Colonel SEELYThis and other points of a similar nature are at present engaging the attention of the Army Council, and I hope to be able to make an announcement of the general policy in regard to aviation early next week.
§ Mr. CHIOZZA MONEYCan the right hon. Gentleman do anything to stimulate the production of British engines for air ships?
§ Colonel SEELYWhen I reply on Tuesday week I shall indicate the direction in which we propose to proceed.
§ Mr. CHIOZZA MONEYDoes not the right hon. Gentleman think this is a case in which the offer of prizes might be of some assistance.
§ Colonel SEELYYes, Sir.
§ Mr. SANDYSasked whether it is proposed to introduce a system of mileage pay for officers of the Air Battalion?
§ Colonel SEELYThe question of the remuneration of officers of the Air Battalion is at present under consideration.