Olympic airspace reservations to open

As previewed in last week's AERBT Philip Dykes of the UK Department for Transport Aviation Directorate said at EBACE (see above) that general aviation movements would be allowed in a restricted zone around London during the 2012 Olympics.  From 13 July 2012 to 12 September 2012 flights would only be allowed for aircraft if they could comply with a set of requirements defined by aircraft type.  Other than scheduled services, operations into a central area are prohibited.

Mr Dyke said that slots would be bookable from autumn of this year and that early reservation was essential.  “People will be disappointed if they don’t get in quickly,” he said.

Estimates are that there will be 700 extra charter operations during the Olympic period and 10,000 GA movements.  240 State flights are anticipated. 

Whilst a number of small aerodromes are in the restricted zone no problems are envisaged with club and light aircraft movements.  These include Denham (for which special arrangements have been made), Elstree, Fairoaks, North Weald and Stapleford.

The Department for Transport has published a 62-page book detailing 26 airports in SE England suitable for Olympic operations.  It is also available on the web. www.dft.gov.uk/pgr/regional/london2012/airportoptions www.airspacesafety.com/olympics

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