§ 90. Mr. Awberyasked the Secretary of State for Air, how many men have lost their lives in Palestine through the failure of the parachute to open when engaged on exercises; and if he is satisfied that sabotage is not taking place in connection with the packing of the parachutes.
§ Mr. P. Noel-BakerOne officer and three men have lost their lives in Palestine during parachuting exercises. These accidents, which I very much regret, were carefully investigated and the possibility of sabotage was ruled out: I am sending my hon. Friend particulars. The last of the accidents was in October of last year; since then, several thousand jumps have been made without any parachute failures.