HC Deb 22 June 1964 vol 697 cc27-8W
Mr. Kitson

asked the Minister of Aviation how many claims for damage caused by aircraft breaking the sound barrier have been lodged with his Department; and what amount of money is involved over the last 12 months.

Mr. Marten

During the period 1st June, 1963, to 31st May, 1964, 26 claims for damage believed to have been caused by sonic booms were received. The amount of money expected to be paid in the settlement of these claims is approximately £600.

Mr. Kitson

asked the Minister of Aviation on what dates, and at what times and places, aircraft for which his Department are responsible have broken the sound barrier whilst flying over the North Riding of Yorkshire during the past 12 weeks.

Mr. Speir

asked the Minister of Aviation on what dates, and at what times and places, aircraft for which his Department are responsible have broken the sound barrier whilst flying over the County of Northumberland during the past 12 weeks.

Mr. Marten

The dates and times were:

3rd April … 4.40 p.m.
4th April … 9.50 a.m.
6th April … 12.45 p.m.
7th April … 10.50 a.m.
8th April … 12.20 p.m.
12th May … 12.45 p.m.
26th May … 9.50 a.m.
28th May … 5.25 p.m.
1st June … 10.30 a.m.

The aircraft were flown at supersonic speeds from the vicinity of Great Whern-side to Upper Weardale.