HC Deb 20 November 2003 vol 413 c1278W
Mr. Keith Simpson

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what plans he has to purchase C-17 aircraft; and if he will make a statement. [140217]

Mr. Ingram

I will write to the hon. Member and a copy of my letter will be placed in the Library of the House.

Mr. Gray

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence (1) how many C-130J Mark 5 aircraft have been delivered; and how many are serviceable; [140383]

(2) what his estimate is of the out of service date for the C-130K fleet; [140384]

(3) what work is planned to upgrade the C-130K fleet; and whether this will include upgrading of the wings. [140385]

Mr. Ingram

I will write to the hon. Member and a copy of my letter will be placed in the Library of the House.