§ 40. Colonel DAYasked the Secretary of State for Air whether any action is contemplated with a view to greater freedom being afforded to those who desire to use their own aeroplanes for purposes of experimental tests, business, or pleasure; and whether the Royal Aeronautical Society and the Air League will be asked for their opinions as to a greater measure of freedom from official interference?
§ Sir P. SASSOONThe question of the possible relaxation of some of the existing Regulations governing private civil flying has been the subject of discussion with representatives of the Royal Aeronautical Society, the Air League and other aeronautical bodies, and the views expressed are now being most carefully considered by the. Air Ministry.
§ Colonel DAYIs it not a fact that the restrictive Regulations of the Air Ministry are the cause of private flying being hampered, and that they are in such a moribund condition?
§ Sir P. SASSOONAs I said in my answer, the whole matter is being looked into.
§ Colonel DAYCan the hon. and gallant Gentleman say when he hopes to be able to give us definite information?
§ Sir P. SASSOONWe are inquiring into the subject and I hope we shall be able to report in a short time.