HL Deb 13 March 2002 vol 632 c85WA
Lord Fearn

asked Her Majesty's Government:

How many air shows are licensed in England and Wales; and what safety precautions are laid down for such attractions. [HL3142]

Lord Falconer of Thoroton

One hundred and sixty-two air shows were licensed by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) in England and Wales during 2001. Permission to hold an air display in the UK must be obtained from the CAA but will be granted only after the size of the proposed display and the suitability of the location has been assessed. The CAA publishes mandatory safety guidance for air display organisers covering all aspects of air display safety, including how close to the crowd aircraft may be displayed.