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Air Force: Helmets

Asked by Catherine McKinnellLabourMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 9 July 2026UIN 15328

The question

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 promote to British manufacturing, sovereign capability and SME participation.

Answered by 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 capability requirements are met, and that the procurement ultimately delivers value for money to the UK taxpayer.

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