Guidance

Operational Low Flying Training Timetable 5 to 8 August 2019

Updated 7 August 2019

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The table below sets out the timetable for use of the 3 Tactical Training Areas (TTA) used for operational low flying training by fast jets and Hercules transport aircraft. Operational low flying is an essential skill and is practised by fixed wing aircraft between 100 and 250 feet; a more representative altitude at which pilots would fly in a combat scenario.

The final decision to use a TTA is taken on the day itself as this kind of training can only take place when weather conditions allow. While it is likely some of the slots will not be used, no additional times will be added to those already booked.

When a TTA is active, routine low flying by other military users can take place between 500 and 2000 feet. When the TTA is not in use standard low flying training is permitted down to 250 feet and helicopters down to ground level.

The three TTA are:

  • LFA 7(T) - Central Wales

  • LFA 14(T) - Northern Scotland

  • LFA 20(T) - the borders area of Southern Scotland and Northern England

Late spring and summer are the busiest times for low flying as squadrons make full use of good weather to carry out their training.

Central Wales Northern Scotland South Scotland and North England borders
Monday 9am to 10am 9am to 10am 9am to 10am
Tuesday 10am to 11am 10am to 11am 10am to 11am
Wednesday 11am to 12pm 11am to 12pm 11am to 12pm
Thursday 10am to 11am 10am to 11am 9am to 10am 10am to 11am
Friday 9am to 10am 9am to 10am 9am to 10am
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