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Merlin Helicopters: Safety

Asked by Ian RoomeLiberal DemocratMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 11 June 2026UIN 6925

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps his Department is taking to review safety checks carried out on Royal Navy Merlin Mk2 and Mk4 helicopters.

Answered by Luke Pollard

A full investigation is being conducted into the cause of the crash involving a Royal Navy Merlin helicopter on 3 June 2026. All military flying operates under robust Military Aviation Authority regulations, with Royal Navy aircraft subject to rigorous and continuous safety assurance and maintenance regimes, which are kept under continual review.

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