HC Deb 01 November 1990 vol 178 cc762-3W
Dr. Thomas

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what is the nature and purpose of the Red Lanyard exercise series; what types of aircraft are involved; and what plans exist for further exercises in this series.

Mr. Kenneth Carlisle

The Lanyard exercises are parachute exercises designed to keep 5 Airborne Brigade properly trained for its role. There are approximately six exercises per year at various training areas in the United Kingdom. The next exercise is planned to take place in March 1991 at Salisbury plain. A maximum of 15 Hercules aircraft are employed. The colour of the exercise denotes the battalion of the Parachute Regiment taking part; in this case, the first battalion.

Dr. Thomas

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what is the nature and purpose of the Green Lanyard exercise series; what type of aircraft are involved; and what plans exist for further exercises in this series.

Mr. Kenneth Carlisle

The Lanyard exercises are parachute exercises designed to keep 5 Airborne Brigade properly trained for their role. There are approximately six exercises per year at various training areas in United Kingdom. The next exercise is planned to take place in March 1991 at Salisbury Plain. A maximum of 15 Hercules aircraft are employed. The colour of the exercise denotes the battalion of the Parachute Regiment taking part; in this case, the third battalion.

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