§ Mr. FoulkesTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what was the total amount of aviation fuel lost as a result of in-flight dumping in each financial year since 1990; what was the cost of the loss in each year; and if he will make a statement on measures taken since 1990 to reduce waste by minimising in-flight dumping. [1296]
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§ Mr. SoamesIn-flight dumping of fuel takes place only when absolutely necessary for operational or flight safety reasons. Details of the amount and costs of aviation fuel lost as a result of in-flight dumping are not held centrally and this information could be provided only at disproportionate cost.