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I too believe this is training is planned. Starts with R22, followed by R44 and eventually R66. They will also be offering 'experience flying' with Silverstone's car-driving visitors. You know, the likes of drive the sports car round for 1, 2, 3 or more laps. Then do something similar in an R22 with a Heli Air FI. Looks to become a big operation with time.
Sounds like a sensible use for an airfield!
And the BRDC certainly need the increased revenue stream.