Written question asked by James Gray (Conservative) on Thursday, 29 November 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 6 December 2001. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Thursday, 6 December 2001 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Ministry of Defence
- Question
- To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if paratroop insertion for C-17s is possible.
- Answer
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Mr. Gray: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if paratroop insertion for C-17s is possible. [20394] Mr. Ingram: The C-17 aircraft is capable of dropping paratroops and it is used in this role by the United States Air Force. However, the UK does not currently envisage using the aircraft in this role, and has not sought the clearances necessary to do so.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 20394; 376 c457W
- Session
- 2001-02
- Subjects
- Armed forces Military aircraft C-17 aircraft Parachuting
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