HC Deb 12 December 1979 vol 975 cc635-6W
Mr. Trotter

asked the Secretary of State for Defence how many aircraft are currently in the Royal Air Force; and how many there were in 1955, 1965 and 1970.

Mr. Pattie

In terms of total holdings, the figures are:

  • 1955–8693*
  • 1965–3073
  • 1970–2294
  • 1979–1796

* Minimum figure. Exact figure not readily available.

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