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Old 15th Mar 2018, 21:22
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chevvron
 
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Originally Posted by Duchess_Driver
Far be it from me to suggest something wacky but if you’re coming from Glasgow then approaching WOD NDB speak with Heathrow speacial and get a VFR transit through the zone. Not normally an issue from BUR NDB to Ascot racecourse to Thorpe Park then Fairoaks - it’s only class D after all. Usually not above 1,000’ QNH.
But not so many ground features to help spot Fairoaks, especially if you're not familiar with the area; fine if you do it regularly.
By the way, WOD - Fairoaks shouldn't take you anywhere near BUR or Thorpe Park; if you got close to the latter doing that you would be in serious trouble!
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