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Written question asked by Lord Gilbert (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Astor of Hever (Conservative) on Wednesday, 29 June 2011.


Armed Forces: A400M

Question
To ask Her Majesty’s Government when Ministers were first apprised that the A400M would not be performing a display routine at this year's Paris air show.
Answer

The decision not to fly the aircraft was taken by Airbus Military, as the operator of the aircraft, at a late stage prior to the start of the Paris air show. Due to the late nature of this decision by Airbus Military, it was not possible to brief Ministers beforehand.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
10344; 728 c420WA
Session
2010-12
Subjects
A400M aircraft Air displays
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk