Armed Forces: Pilots

House of Lords written question – answered at on 11 August 2011.

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To ask Her Majesty's Government what plans they have for French language training of Royal Navy and Royal Air Force pilots.

Photo of Lord Astor of Hever Lord Astor of Hever Lord in Waiting (HM Household) (Whip), The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Defence

Personnel are selected for French language training based on their aptitude and on current assessments of the operational and interoperability requirements. Selection is irrespective of their trade or branch within the Services, and will include pilots and aircrew.

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