§ Mr. John Leeasked the President of the Board of Trade how many privately owned aircraft and privately owned helicopters are currently licensed for flying from aerodromes in the United Kingdom; and what were the corresponding figures for 1962.
§ Mr. J. P. W. MallalieuAircraft which are not engaged in public air transport operations do not need a licence in order to use United Kingdom aerodromes. Approximately 650 privately owned aircraft and 13 privately owned helicopters hold current British Certificates of Airworthiness. The corresponding numbers at the end of 1962 were approximately 500 and 5. These figures do not include aircraft owned by airlines or by flying clubs and groups.