§ 24. Mr. Dayasked the First Lord of the Admiralty the number of battleships or cruisers at present in commission that are fitted for launching aircraft from catapults; and how many others actually carry and operate aircraft?
§ Mr. ShakespeareSeven capital ships and 30 cruisers in commission are equipped for launching aircraft from catapults. Included in the latter figure are three cruisers of the Royal Australian Navy and two cruisers of the New Zealand Division of the Royal Navy. One cruiser in addition carries and can operate aircraft but is not yet fitted with a catapult.
§ Mr. ShakespeareYes, Sir.