§ Lieut.-Colonel MOORE-BRABAZONasked the Secretary of State for Air whether an atempt is being made by an all-English seaplane to fly round the world; and whether, if he be satisfied as to the genuineness of the attempt, assistance will be given by the Air Ministry?
Captain GUESTI understand that a proposal is on foot to carry out next year a world flight, as mentioned in my hon. and gallant Friend's question. The participators in the enterprise have approached the Air Ministry, and we have satisfied ourselves that their proposed scheme is sound and has a reasonable chance of success. The Air Ministry will assist the scheme so far as is possible when the time comes. I understand that the Air League of the British Empire is also going to help.