HC Deb 02 December 1969 vol 792 cc281-2W
Mr. Huckfield

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is satisfied with present rules for the reporting of air-miss incidents; and whether he will make a statement.

Mr. Goronwy Roberts

I would refer my hon. Friend to my statement on 25th November during the debate on the Motion for the Adjournment and my reply on 27th November to the hon. Member for Orpington (Mr. Lubbock)—[Vol. 792, c. 141–2.]

Mr. Huckfield

asked the President of the Board of Trade what proposals he has for requiring British airlines to fit airborne collision avoidance systems to their fleets.

Mr. Goronwy Roberts

None. A system generally suitable for airline operational use has not yet been developed.