HC Deb 05 March 1919 vol 113 c428W
Lieutenant-Colonel MALONE

asked the Under-Secretary of State to the Air Ministry whether proposals have been put before the Peace Conference for the total prohibition of torpedo-carrying aircraft?

Major-General SEELY

The answer is in the negative.

Lieutenant-Colonel MALONE

asked the Under-Secretary of State to the Air Ministry whether he has had an opportunity of investigating the history of the development of torpedo-carrying aircraft; and whether he will consider the appointment of a Commission to investigate why this weapon, which might have been a deciding factor in the War, was not further developed, and to apportion the blame accordingly?

Mr. PRATT

The Under-Secretary of State to the Air Ministry is away ill, and he hopes that the hon. and gallant Member will agree to postpone his question for a week, as it is one that requires personal consideration.