Old Sarum Visitor - Airspace Questions.
Hi All,
I've recently obtained my PPL. I am based at Cranfield and want to visit family living in Sailsbury. So naturally I've had a look at what airfields are nearby. Old Sarum looks like the most sensible option, however having a quick look at the map, it is surrounded by some pretty restrictive looking airspace.
From Cranfield, I would be coming in from the North East, which unfortunately puts me right through the Boscombe ATZ and danger areas. - I've not had a proper look at their procedures yet but looking at Old Sarum's website it appears they like people to join from the south outside of the MATZ.
Has anyone had any experience with transiting the Boscombe Down MATZ and Danger Zones from the North East? Is it far easier to just route around the east side of the whole lot or are the ATC fairly helpful with granting crossings?
Thanks.