HC Deb 31 March 1926 vol 193 c2024
36. Mr. WELLS

asked the Secretary of State for Air when it is proposed to start the building of the airship R101?

The SECRETARY of STATE for AIR (Sir Samuel Hoare)

Certain preliminary constructional work on the power cars and internal structures for R101 is now proceeding. The erection of the hull cannot begin until delivery by the contractors of the necessary girders. Work on the contract is in hand, and delivery should commence in the summer.