HC Deb 06 June 1919 vol 116 c2440W
Sir PHILIP MAGNUS

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is considering the measures necessary to provide compensation for damage to private property or loss of life caused by any kind of aeroplane, whether in use for commercial, experimental, or other objects?

Major-General SEELY

It is considered that, for the present, compensation for damage to private property or life should be dealt with by the ordinary law affecting damage to persons and property until further experience is gained. The question of compulsory insurance will be considered fully before the new Act is framed, to take effect from 1st January, 1920.