GPS approaches now legal BUT...
Only at Heathrow and Gatwick! (since 5th June)
AIP Sup 34/07 updated by Sup 11/08 gives full approval for RNAV/GNSS approaches at 6 airports using approved kit, which includes up to date Garmin430/530. Approach plates are included for all 6, and included in current NavData releases for the kit, and are sitting in my 430.
The other 4 airports have all NOTAMed RNAV approaches as not available.
Anyone know why?
This is a rumour network, and I have heard from one 'high up' of considerable resistance from ATCOs. Any possible truth in this, and if so, what possible reason?
Mike.