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
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How many Phalanx close-in weapon systems will be fitted to each new aircraft carrier; and if he will make a statement.
- Answer
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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
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- Oral question
- Reference
- 909274
- 654 c1182
- Session
- 2017-19
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- Lead
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- House of Commons chamber
- Subjects
- Weapons Aircraft carriers
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