HC Deb 17 May 1950 vol 475 c1204
42. Mr. Grimond

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Civil Aviation what types of aircraft are being developed for service in the islands of Scotland.

Mr. Beswick

There are no aircraft types being specially developed for service in the islands of Scotland. The British European Airways are planning to replace the D.H. Rapide by the Marathon on certain routes, and the Dakota will continue to be used on others for some years.

Mr. Grimond

Can the Minister tell me the length of the landing strip required for a Marathon?

Mr. Beswick

About 600 yards.

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