§ Sir Keith SpeedTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will consult with the Civil Aviation Authority to assess whether the existing visual flight rules procedures are adequate or in need of revision. [4804]
§ Mr. Bowis[holding answer 20 November]Visual flight rules procedures in the UK comply with the minimum standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organisation and contained in annexe 2 to the convention on international civil aviation. The Civil Aviation Authority is not aware of any problems with current VFR procedures but, as with all safety issues, they are kept under review.