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Written question asked by Angus Robertson (Scottish National Party) on Monday, 9 March 2015, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 11 March 2015. It was answered by Julian Brazier (Conservative) on Monday, 16 March 2015 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Hercules Aircraft

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when the drawdown of C-130J fleet will begin; and how many C-130J aircraft will be kept for Special Forces operations.

Answer

The drawdown of the C-130J fleet will begin when there are sufficient A400M Atlas in service to ensure the correct balance of capability and affordability within the Tactical Air Mobility Fleet. It is the policy of the Government not to comment on Special Forces matters.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
226668
Session
2014-15
Subjects
Hercules aircraft
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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