§ Mr. Thomas Coxasked the Secretary of State for Trade what is the proposed replacement programme of the Civil Aviation Authority for its long range air traffic control surveillance radars in the United Kingdom; and what is its cost.
§ Mr. TebbitThe Civil Aviation Authority is planning to replace some of the radar equipment used for air traffic services in the area covering London, South-East and North-East England. The total cost is likely to be about £27 million, including a proportion attributable to the Ministry of Defence.
§ Mr. Thomas Coxasked the Secretary of State for Trade when he last met the chairman of the Civil Aviation Authority; if he then discussed the purchase of the new air traffic control system; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. TebbitOn 14 April 1980. The purchase of the radar replacement equipment was discussed then. The selection of the equipment is a matter for the CAA as the body responsible for operating the system.