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Old 28th March 2008 | 18:16
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Gonzo
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From: LHR/EGLL
760m is the figure for independent ops on parallel runways with regard to wake vortex.

I think you'll find that LHR's runways are far enough apart to allow simultaneous approaches.
As I said earlier, this is only permitted when both crews are happy to keep their own visual separation.
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