HC Deb 10 February 1965 vol 706 cc99-100W
79. Mr. Pounder

asked the Minister of Aviation what estimate he has made of the cost of developing a derivative of the existing Tyne aero-engine which would be capable of at least 7,000 brake horse power.

Mr. Roy Jenkins

A proposal to develop a derivative of the existing Tyne engine along these lines is being considered but it is too early to indicate the likely outcome or cost.

Mr. Chichester-Clark

asked the Minister of Aviation what is his policy on encouraging the development of a derivative of the existing Tyne engine capable of developing at least 7,000 brake horse power.

Mr. Roy Jenkins

In conjunction with the Air Staff, my Department is considering proposals for developing the Tyne engine but it is too soon to indicate the likely outcome.