HC Deb 10 July 1979 vol 970 c123W
18. Mr. Aitken

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if he has any plans to re-equip the Queen's Flight with more modern aircraft; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Michael Brown

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make arrangements to replace the aircraft of the Queen's Flight.

Mr. Pattie

Although there are no immediate plans for new aircraft for the Queen's Flight, this is one of several matters that I am currently examining.

Mr. Michael Brown

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if he is satisfied as to the safety, suitability and comfort of the aircraft of the Queen's Flight.

Mr. Pattie

I am completely satisfied as to the safety of the aircraft. They are well appointed and suitable for the tasks the Flight undertakes. As in any aircraft, passenger comfort is influenced by the performance characteristics of the aircraft and by the weather.

Mr. Michael Brown

asked the Secretary of State for Defence how old are the aircraft of the Queen's Flight in which Her Majesty the Queen regularly travels.

Mr. Pattie

Fifteen years.