HC Deb 23 November 1983 vol 49 cc155-6W
68. Mr. Robert Atkins

asked the Secretary of State for Transport if he is satisfied with maintenance and safety procedures on British-registered aircraft; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. David Mitchell

Measures to ensure the safety and airworthiness of aircraft on the United Kingdom register are the responsibility of the Civil Aviation Authority. I have no reason to believe that the measures prescribed by the authority, and its continuous monitoring of compliance with them, have in any way failed adequately to discharge this responsibility.

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