HC Deb 18 March 1935 vol 299 c818
50. Mr. WHITESIDE

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Air what was the number of persons holding "A" and "B" private pilot licences during 1934?

Sir P. SASSOON

The numbers of "A" and "B" licences current on 31st December, 1934, were 2,980 and 498 respectively. Approximately 125 individuals held both types of licence.

Mr. WHITESIDE

Does that include those on the Reserve and, if so, what is the actual number of civilian pilots?

Sir P. SASSOON

The actual number of civilian pilots is about 3,250.