§ 1. Mr. Norman Doddsasked the Minister of Supply what progress has been made in the experiments with the twin-engined helicopter, the Bristol type 173; and what encouragement is being given by his Department to expedite the time when it will be a practical proposition in our transport system.
§ The Minister of Supply (Mr. Duncan Sandys)The first prototype flew for the first time on 3rd January last. The Ministry of Supply is giving all possible assistance to the company.
§ Mr. DoddsIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that people who are close to these trials are of the opinion that the 13-seater will be a practical proposition in 1954?
§ Mr. SandysI think that that is about correct.