Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 15328

Air Force: Helmets

Tabled: 2 July 2026
Answered: 9 July 2026
Named Day

Question

Catherine McKinnell

LabourNewcastle upon Tyne North

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps are being taken to address delays to the Aircrew Helmet programme, and how he will make sure his department's approach to the procurement aligns with the objectives of the Defence Investment Plan to pr

Answer

Luke Pollard
The procurement strategy for the Aircrew Helmet Programme will align with the objectives of the Defence Investment Plan in promoting British manufacturing, sovereign capability, and SME participation, whilst also ensuring that the required safety and capa...

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