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Mr. Trotter
asked the Secretary of State for Defence how many aircraft are currently in the Royal Air Force; and how many there were in 1955, 1965 and 1970.
Mr. Pattie
In terms of total holdings, the figures are:
- 1955–8693*
- 1965–3073
- 1970–2294
- 1979–1796
* Minimum figure. Exact figure not readily available.