HC Deb 04 March 1994 vol 238 cc64-5W
Mr. Foulkes

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what laser designation support is currently provided by Royal Air Force Buccaneers to Dutch air force F-16s; and if this task will be continued when the Buccaneer is replaced by the Tornado.

Mr. Hanley

RAF Buccaneers have provided laser designation support to Dutch air force F-16s during exercises since 1987. While there is no formal commitment, if required RAF Tornados equipped with thermal imaging airborne laser designator pods could offer a similar service.

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