Originally Posted by
jonkil
What procedure do I need to follow to fly VFR to Channel Islands, Jersey to be exact?
Is it the same as flying to the Isle of Man ?
Planning a flight to France and wish to stop off overnight in Jersey to visit friends.
Thanks
Jon
FWIR, file a 'Special Branch' clearance at least 24 hours before departure & standard flight plan. You will need Mode C (realistically). Call Jersey Zone well before reaching 50°N & request zone entry (50°N is usually easy to spot as it's like a motorway for shipping
). You will get a SVFR clearance and your routing will depend where you left the UK (I always went out via BHD & OH EGJB) - depending on rwy in use you should route to the NW corner for 09 (left base) or to the north coast with the TV mast on your right for a 27 right base join. Alternatively ask - Jersey ATC are more than helpful.
Hope this helps - ask if you need more specifics.