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Written question asked by Nicholas Winterton (Conservative) on Monday, 15 April 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 April 2002. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Monday, 29 April 2002 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ministry of Defence

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, What the air defence capabilities of the Harrier GR7 are. (Failed OPQ)
Answer

Mr. Nicholas Winterton: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what the air defence capabilities of the Harrier GR7 are. [50953] Mr. Ingram: The Harrier GR7 is optimised for offensive support operations, but possesses an air defence capability through its Sidewinder air to air missiles.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
384 c525W;384 c523W; 50953
Session
2001-02
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Defence Military aircraft Harrier aircraft Guided weapons
Link
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