HC Deb 25 October 1976 vol 918 cc94-5W
Mr. Rooker

asked the Secretary of State for Defence how much titanium is required for each multi-rôle combat aircraft; how much of this is used in the final product; and what percentage of total weight this amount represents.

Dr. Gilbert

I regret that the information requested by my hon. Friend cannot be disclosed.

Mr. Rooker

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what country is the source for titanium sponge used in the manufacture of titanium for the MRCA.

Dr. Gilbert

Britain and Russia.