HC Deb 06 June 1956 vol 553 c67W
90. Mr. B. Harrison

asked the Secretary of State for Air if he will ban the flying of service aircraft below 2,000 feet over farmland and built-up areas other than approaching and leaving aerodromes.

Mr. Birch

In general, Service aircraft are forbidden to fly below 2,000 feet except on specially authorised exercises. These exercises, which as far as possible avoid built-up areas, are an essential part of air force training, and must continue.