Auxiliary Squadrons, Yorkshire.

Oral Answers to Questions — Royal Air Force. – in the House of Commons am ar 2 Awst 1939.

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Photo of Mr Thomas Williams Mr Thomas Williams , Don Valley

asked the Secretary of State for Air how many Auxiliary Air Force flying squadrons are in existence in Yorkshire; and what is the qualification for would-be recruits?

Photo of Sir Kingsley Wood Sir Kingsley Wood , Woolwich West

Three of these squadrons are stationed in Yorkshire. The qualifications for recruits vary according to the category in which they desire to enlist. Full details are given in Air Ministry Pamphlet 33, a copy of which I am sending to the hon. Member.

Photo of Mr Thomas Williams Mr Thomas Williams , Don Valley

Can the right hon. Gentleman state what is the financial qualification to be a member of this particular Air Squadron?

Photo of Sir Kingsley Wood Sir Kingsley Wood , Woolwich West

I could not do so without notice.

Photo of Mr Thomas Williams Mr Thomas Williams , Don Valley

Is it not the case that this is rather an exclusive body, and will he state what is the actual cost of buildings and accommodation for the Auxiliary Air Force as compared with the quarters provided for the Royal Air Force Reserve?

Photo of Sir Kingsley Wood Sir Kingsley Wood , Woolwich West

If the hon. Member will put down a question I will answer it, but I do not think there is any departure in this squadron from the usual rates of pay.