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Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Julian Lewis (Conservative). It was answered by Lord Lancaster of Kimbolton (Conservative) on Monday, 18 February 2019 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Aircraft Carriers: Phalanx Weapons

Question

How many Phalanx close-in weapon systems will be fitted to each new aircraft carrier; and if he will make a statement.

Answer

Three Phalanx close-in weapon systems will be fitted to each new aircraft carrier. Two are being fitted to HMS Queen Elizabeth during her current capability insertion period, with the third to be fitted towards the end of 2020. Three will be fitted to HMS Prince Of Wales in 2020.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
909274 
654 c1182 
Session
2017-19
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Weapons Aircraft carriers
Link
View this Oral question on hansard.parliament.uk