HC Deb 03 November 1975 vol 899 cc37-8W
52. Mr. Lane

asked the Secretary of State for Industry whether he will make a further statement on the progress and prospects of Concorde.

53. Mr. Watkinson

asked the Secretary of State for Industry when he expects Concorde to enter commercial service; and if he will make a statement

Mr. Kaufman

As my right hon. Friend stated on 20th October, the authorised production programme of 16 Concordes is continuing as planned. Aircraft 205 has recently made a successful first flight, and aircraft 206 is due to fly in the near future. These aircraft will be delivered to Air France and British Airways in time for the airlines to start commercial services on 21st January 1976.

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