§ 26. Mr. Leaveyasked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation what facilities will be available in the London area for private civil flying after Croydon Aerodrome is closed.
§ Mr. NeaveSouth of the Thames Gatwick will be available for private flying other than club flying in aircraft equipped with suitable radio. We are also examining, in conjunction with my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Air, what facilities may be offered to private fliers, including flying clubs, at Biggin Hill. Facilities north and west of London will not be affected.
§ Mr. LeaveyCan my hon. Friend say when Croydon will be closed and whether the facilities which may be available at Biggin Hill will include all-weather facilities from the radio point of view?
§ Mr. NeaveThe question of all-weather facilities is under consideration at the moment and, as I have said, we are having discussions with the Secretary of State for Air. To minimise inconvenience to users of Croydon, it is expected that the airport will remain open until the latter part of 1958.