§ 30. Mr. Matthewsasked the Minister of Aviation what progress has been made by research into the problem of reducing aircraft noise: and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ThorneycroftIn addition to the development of suppressors for fitment to existing jet engines, means are being sought of reducing the noise at source by improvements in engine design. Research on this problem will continue, but I cannot promise that full solutions will quickly be found.
§ Mr. MatthewsWill my right hon. Friend see that instructions to aircraft operators and to flying clubs are strictly enforced to ensure that unnecessary noise is avoided and that flights over built-up areas are limited to the minimum, especially on Sundays?
§ Mr. ThorneycroftI am sure that my hon. Friend is right to place full attention and importance on the question of fulfilling the rules laid down for the operation of aircraft.