§ Mr. MacdonaldTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many, and what types of aircraft will take part in overland low-flying activity during Exercise JMC 90/2; on what dates and between which times in what areas any such low flying will take place; and what is the minimum height for overland low-level flights in Exercise JMC 90/2.
§ Mr. NeubertThe majority of air activity in support of this exercise will be carried out over the sea, but some overland low flying may occur in daylight hours on Friday 22, Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 June, north of Scapa Flow in the Orkney Islands and in north-west Scotland. Buccaneer, Tornado, Jaguar, Canberra and Hunter aircraft are expected to participate, as well as some air defence aircraft. The exact numbers of aircraft will depend on prevailing weather conditions and operational considerations. Some helicopter activity is also planned. The minimum height authorised for fixed-wing aircraft over land during the exercise will be 250 ft.