§ Mr. Knoxasked the Secretary of State for Transport if he will set out the rules govening the proportion and seating position and seating positions of disabled passengers carried on scheduled flights.
§ Mr. Michael SpicerIt is the Civil Aviation Authority which is responsible for air safety. There are no rules about the proportion of disabled passengers carried on scheduled flights. However, the CAA issues notices and other guidance to holders of air operators certificates on such matters as cabin crew training and the seating of handicappped and able-bodied passengers in relation to emergencies.