§ 79. Mr. R. Carrasked the Minister of Aviation whether he will make a statement regarding his recent discussions with the French Minister of Equipment; and, in particular, outline the position regarding the project for a European airbus.
§ Mr. MulleyYes. M. Pisani and I reviewed the present situation both on the proposed short-haul high-capacity aircraft, known as the airbus, and on the Concord. On the airbus, we reached agreement on the target objectives which might govern a collaborative development programme; and agreed to invite the government of the Federal Republic of Germany to participate in our further discussions.