I think that some of you have missed the point of my topic.
I am concerned that indirectly the scope and usefulness of the helicopter will be thwarted by national/local/environmental group pressure, by regulations and laws that will restrict initially and eventually ban landings by helicopters. If helicopters cannot use their unique abilities then why would anyone buy one, other than the military and para military.
I understand that there is no great problem at the moment but as we are all aware laws are made and never unmade.
The fixed wing fraternity are very much aware that a closed airport is rarely reopened.
When it's gone it's gone!!!!