Dr. ThomasTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what is his policy towards flights by United States Air Force F-16 aircraft over United Kingdom airspace following recent crashes in Germany; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. FreemanNATO military aircraft flying in United Kingdom airspace, including United States Air Force F-16s, are subject to the same regulations as aircraft operated by our own forces. Should concern arise about the safety or airworthiness of any military aircraft type operating in United Kingdom airspace appropriate steps would be taken.