Written question asked by Angus Robertson (Scottish National Party) on Tuesday, 9 December 2014, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 December 2014 (named day). It was answered by Mark Francois (Conservative) on Monday, 15 December 2014 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
NATO Countries
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, which NATO member states have sent maritime patrol aircraft to (a) RAF Lossiemouth and (b) RAF Leuchars since 15 November 2014; which aircraft were so sent; and what the purpose was of each such visit.
- Answer
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Since 15 November 2014, the US, Canada and France have sent maritime patrol aircraft to RAF Lossiemouth. The aircraft sent include P-3 Orion, Atlantique and CP-140 Aurora. We do not discuss the detail of such maritime operations as this would, or would be likely to, prejudice the capability, effectiveness or security of the Armed Forces.
Secondary information
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- Reference
- 217871
- Session
- 2014-15
- Subjects
- Military aircraft NATO countries RAF Lossiemouth RAF Leuchars
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