§ Mr. Bill WalkerTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will give details of the types of motor glider which are presently being examined as possible replacements for the Air Cadet Venture motor glider; if consideration is being given to purchasing a glass reinforced plastic motor glider which can be serviced by the same team which services the Air Cadets' conventional fleet; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. SainsburyReplacement of the Venture motor glider fleet is currently under consideration. A final decision will be taken following a competitive tendering exercise later this year and will take into account all the relevant factors, including long-term maintenance costs.