Jones was born in Carmarthen and educated at the Queen Elizabeth Grammar School in the town.
As an aviator himself he conducted important survey flights in Europe, in west and north Africa, and in the south Atlantic.
His experience led to him being made a member of the council of the Air League of the British Empire.
He also led the re-establishment of the International Air Transport Association together with Col. Gorrell of the United States.
In Parliament he became known as a rare speaker, but he supported the invasion of Suez and regretted that the troops were withdrawn.