Langleybastan # 22
See my # 14 for my previous comments about the desireability of routinely operating Tankers from Lossie. In the past there were big problems with operating
VC10 and Tristar from Lossie. VC10 wingspan 146ft, Tristar 165ft, but Voyager is 197ft 10inches. I do not have any up to date details of Taxiways or QRA Parking areas
but turning circles and wingtip clearance on Taxiways and Parking areas are likely to be a problem. Possibly strength of concrete also.
The cost of new airfield construction work could well negate any saving for decades.
An alternative airfield would be Prestwick which has plenty of real estate as well as Deicers, Tugs etc. but at what cost? There would also be problems with security
and secure communications. Again at what cost?
AAR Towlines seem to be less frequent than in days of yore. Somewhat fewer customers these day!