§ 80. Mr. W. R. Williamsasked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation what fresh evidence on the Munich crash 49W has become available to him; and if action has been taken in accordance with Annex 13, Chapter V, paragraphs 5 to 9, of the Convention on International Civil Aviation.
§ Mr. WatkinsonI have received three letters from Captain Thain and three from the British Airline Pilots Association making representations about the Munich accident. The Chief Inspector of Accidents has also received a letter from Captain Thain requesting that it should be forwarded to the German Authorities. This has been done. Under paragraph 5.9 of Annex 13 of the Convention on International Civil Aviation, it is for the German Authorities to decide whether the new evidence put forward by Captain Thain justifies reopening of their inquiry.
§ 81. Mr. W. R. Williamsasked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation to what extent, in his independent review of the circumstances of the Munich air crash, he will take into account the relevant inquiries conducted by British European Airways.
§ Mr. WatkinsonUntil I have finally settled the arrangements for the independent review, I cannot say what matters it may be relevant or proper for it to take into account. I must point out, however, that any inquiries conducted by B.E.A. are the domestic concern of the Corporation.