HC Deb 12 November 1947 vol 444 c359
7. Mr. Rankin

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Civil Aviation if he will state what reason was given by Trans-Canada Airlines in deciding to withdraw their flight dispatch section from Prestwick Airport as from 1st November.

Mr. Lindgren

The reason given was the introduction of the new service to London airport via Shannon.

Mr. Rankin

Is my hon. Friend aware that it is claimed that this service has been transferred to Shannon Airport because of the delay in introducing a meteorological service at Prestwick?

Mr. Lindgren

My hon. Friend's information is not up to date, because on 14th October, the Trans-Canadian Airways issued a Press statement denying that assertion.