Originally Posted by
Arclite01
ATFQ
Not convinced that in it's current state the surface and airfield is really suitable for VGS Winch Launch operations.
CTA is not a safety issue as such. The CTA issue could be overcome by activating the Swanton Box anytime the VGS was operating however the maximum flexibility of operations is not best served by this approach IMHO. A local agreement with Norwich might be workable, after all, Wethersfield operate with Stansted close by............ and they have a REAL number of aircraft movements
The CTA is currently 1500' (so 1350') - this would easily be exceeded on a good winch launch. But is plenty high enough for Winch Launch and circuit training. Frustrating on a soaring day though.............
It would just be nice to have a VGS back again............. issues around hangarage etc can be overcome...............
Arc
Arc,
Swanton Morley looks a shade too close to the Norwich RW centreline?
It would be nice to have a VGS back again I agree, but it needs to be in the right place too, near to where most of the cadets are who would like to be flown!
