Ministry of Defence Enabling RPAS and RAF Aerobatic Team Operations Out of RAF Waddington

Purpose of this change

This proposal is for a Permanent change to the notified airspace design, and the change level is TBC. The detailed process requirements are published in Part 1 of CAP 1616.

This ACP supports the integration of a large Remotely Piloted Air System into UK airspace when it is brought into service at RAF Waddington in the early 2020s. In addition it aims to provide a volume of airspace over RAF Waddington within which the RAF Aerobatic Team can safely conduct flying display training.

Potentially Affected Area

This is the area which may be affected by this airspace change depending on its development. This area may change as the proposal is developed.

Step 2a : Develop & Assess

This step has been started

During the Options Development Step, the change sponsor develops one or more design options that address the Statement of Need and align with the defined design principles.