IMHO we are looking at the run and break from the worng angle.
For those who complain that they do not wish to be restricted from completing a loop or roll or spin, can I simply point out the HASELL check and remind that the "Location" must be clear of various places including active airfields.
For those who worry about having more red tape and rules, can I point out the rules of the air with regard to circuit procedures and recent CAA comments about circuit joining procedures at uncontrolled airfields.
For those who enjoy the manoeuvere, can I point out that I also do but in the correct environment.
A pilot who completes a run and break is no different from a pilot who reguluarly joins straight in on final...........no problem provided they do not affect anyone else in the circuit or cause noise complaints from the neighbours.
However, one very important point.....since a run and break is not a standard civil manoeuvere, completing one especially in response to a request or in order to impress, would require a display authorisation. Thus run and breaks will only be completed by pilots holding display authorisations.
The second very very very important point is that a run and break is not an approach to land. Thus there is no exemption from rule 5. This means that at a busy airfield, the appropriate part of rule 5 will have to be applied..................run and breaks are not so exciting when completed at or above circuit height!!..........500ft QFE is rarely an option due to man made objects.....parked aircraft, gates, water towers etc
Regards,
DFC