§ Sir H. BRITTAINasked the Secretary of State for Air what is the greatest mileage accomplished up to the present by a British commercial aeroplane in regular cross-Channel service; and what estimate can be given as to the probable life of such British mail aeroplane and engines in regular use?
§ Sir S. HOAREIn reply to the first part of the question, the greatest mileage accomplished up to 30th November by a British commercial aeroplane in regular cross-Channel service is 100,393 miles without overhaul. With regard to the second part, the aeroplane in question is still in perfect condition, but I am unable to estimate what its life is likely to be. With regard to engines, these have been changed constantly during the period in which this mileage has been achieved.