HC Deb 01 July 1926 vol 197 c1343
Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY (by Private Notice)

asked the Secretary of State for Air whether any assistance is being rendered by His Majesty's Government to Mr. Cobham in his flight to Australia and back?

Sir P. SASSOON

No grant is being made, as I understand that the private assistance available will be sufficient for the purpose of the flight; but my right hon. Friend regards the object of the flight with great sympathy, and the Royal Air Force will afford any facilities which may be in their power.

Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

Is the hon. Baronet prepared to tell me—if I am in order in asking—what is the latest news of this gallant attempt?

Sir P. SASSOON

He has only just started.

Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

Is the hon. Baronet aware that he is well on his way to Naples now?

Mr. SPEAKER

The hon. and gallant Member has the information, apparently.

Forward to