This proposal is for an Airspace Trial, for which a scaled airspace change process applies and a change level is not applicable.
The RAF will commence flight of Protector in the UK late in 2023, when it will initially be flown under a military permit to fly (MPTF). The airspace integration safety argument (AISA) for in-service flight will not be in place until delivery of the
Release to Service (RTS), anticipated late 2024. Delivery of the RTS is dependent on specific evidence which will be gathered through UK test and evaluation scheduled to commence once new permanent segregated airspace is in place
as proposed under ACP-2019-18. Access to a nominated diversion airfield is required during this evidence-gathering T&E activity, where flight outside classes A and C airspace will be necessary.
