HC Deb 17 November 1948 vol 458 c350
21. Colonel Hutchison

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what is the total tonnage which has been carried by civil operators on the Berlin air lift; and what percentage of the total weight carried this represents.

Mr. Mayhew

The total tonnage carried by civilian operators from 27th July to 31st October, 1948, was 16,362 metric tons, which represented approximately 4 per cent. of the total air lift from the first flight on 28th June until 31st October.

Colonel Hutchison

Do not these figures show to what extent the nation is indebted to private enterprise for coming to its assistance in this matter?