§ 72. Mr. Leslie Huckfieldasked the Minister of Aviation Supply what proposals he has for reducing the selling price of Concorde to airlines.
§ Mr. David PriceIt is for the manufacturers to keep production costs as low as possible in order to be able to offer an attractive price.
§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Minister of Aviation Supply what discussions he has had or intends having with the United 153W States Government concerning their proposed legislation to ban the landing in New York of the Concorde; and what estimate he has made of the effect of this legislation on the development of the Concorde.
§ Mr. David PriceThe proposed legislation on aircraft noise levels being considered by the New York State Assembly would affect all aircraft operating at New York airports. The effect on Concorde would depend upon whether this legislation becomes law, and upon its precise terms. The United States Government is kept fully informed of our views on noise regulations.