HC Deb 01 March 1949 vol 462 c32W
Mr. Granville

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Civil Aviation what future is intended for Stanstead aerodrome in Essex; and whether he has considered the proposal that this should become the main airfield for the use of charter companies.

Mr. Lindgren

My Department is proposing to take over Stanstead airport as the principal short-haul bad weather alternate to London Airport and Northolt, and if practicable, facilities will be made available there for charter operators.