HC Deb 23 May 1928 vol 217 cc1874-5
51. Mr. RENNIE SMITH

asked the Secretary of State for Air if he is yet in a position to give particulars of the forthcoming air display at Hendon?

Sir S. HOARE

The display, as in previous years, will illustrate various aspects of the training of the Royal Air Force, such as formation flying, aerobatics, artillery co-operation and air fighting. New and experimental types of aircraft will be represented. Further details will appear in the Press and in posters in due course.

Mr. LUNN

What is the date of this display?

Sir S. HOARE

Either 30th June or 1st July.

Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

Is there to be the bombing of a village on this occasion?

Mr. SMITH

Is the Minister going to have a display of the bombing of a native village, as was the case last year?

Sir S. HOARE

There will be a set piece, as usual, this year. The bombing will not be on a native village.

Lieut. Commander KENWORTHY

Will it be a civilised village this year?

Sir S. HOARE

The hon. and gallant Member had better await the programme.

Mr. COMPTON

Why not a replica of the House of Commons?

Mr. THURTLE

Will the Minister not consider bombing a replica of the House of Commons?

Lieut. Commander KENWORTHY

With dummy Ministers.