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Written question asked by Lord Beamish (Labour) on Friday, 24 February 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 1 March 2023 (named day). It was answered by James Heappey (Conservative) on Thursday, 2 March 2023 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


A400m Aircraft

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when the Royal Air Force's Atlas C.1 A400M aircraft will receive clearance for (a) low level and (b) high altitude parachuting capability.

Answer

On current planning, the first clearance for low-level parachuting is anticipated in May 2023. The aircraft is already cleared for high altitude parachuting.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
152199
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Air force A400M aircraft Parachuting
Link
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