§ Mr. Trotterasked the Secretary of State for Defence what consideration he is giving to the use of the HS128 for coastal and maritime patrol work.
Mr. WelbelovedAs a matter of course we keep under review all aircraft developments which show potential for the off-shore role. My officials have given technical advice to Hawker Siddeley Aviation about both the HS748 and the HS125, although at present my Department has no requirement for these aircraft for coastal and maritime patrol work.