§ 6. Mr. Bramallasked the Secretary of State for Air how many United States aircraft are now operating in the air lift to Berlin from airfields in the British zone of Germany; and what steps are being taken to make increased facilities available.
§ Mr. A. HendersonOne hundred United States aircraft are operating in the air lift from two airfields in the British zone. The United States authorities have asked for one of these airfields, Celle, to be extended to take more aircraft; this work is going ahead and should be finished by the middle of next month. Work has also begun on the reconstruction of Luneburg which, when completed, will be available if required for United States aircraft.