Wow!
I started this but I won't try to stop it.
I am both pleased to see that some people understand the issue and simultaneously frightened by some of the unprofessional comments.
This topic is about the current situation!
A few points:
1. Between controlled airspace and PIK's ATZ is all class G;
2. Like many airfields in the UK (Biggin Hill, Newcastle etc...) it has an ILS that extends into UK class G airspace, therefore, even at 18NM you are crossing an ILS approach BUT this is not illegal;
3. In UK class G airspace you are NOT required to have either radio or transponder;
4. See and avoid is the required primary method of collision avoidance in UK class G airspace unless a RIS or RAS is being provided to INDIVIDUAL aircraft;
5. Consider this- PIK's Radar is offline for maintenance on occasions. Oh, and it occasionally fails. What then .... cancel all IFR flights. I don't think so. Yet I am aware that these high speed descents have occurred during PROCEEDURAL approaches!
6. Radar is not perfect even when available;
7. Streamline: Did you pass AirLaw or get someone else to sit it for you?
8. JetPipe: I like the humour so here goes- Smooth landings number 1: 90% of a smooth landing is in the approach.
Anyone want to provide number 2?
Laws are usually for a good reason.