Heathrow-2
The aircraft are departing to the west. The cranford agreement has been removed/closed however HAL have decided not to go ahead as they now state taxiways have to be changed other than those planned. Therefore no easterly ops on 09L until 2023.
however HAL have decided not to go ahead as they now state taxiways have to be changed other than those planned. Therefore no easterly ops on 09L until 2023.
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The taxiways at the threshold of 09L were not designed to have as much holding space or as many entry points as their equivalents for 27L/R and 09R. Hence the sheer volume of space needed to have the taxi-ing traffic spaced out for maximum efficiency to keep runway movements up isn't there, the area is constrained for space.
There is the additional issue that the T5 domestic stands are right at the end of the runway, so any proper development to allow 09L departures on a daily basis will likely be part of the runway three works.
No point in doing the work only to have to do it all again at the end of it.
There is the additional issue that the T5 domestic stands are right at the end of the runway, so any proper development to allow 09L departures on a daily basis will likely be part of the runway three works.
No point in doing the work only to have to do it all again at the end of it.
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New transport committee chair pins support to Heathrow mast.
New City Metric Article - Lilian Greenwood MP
Right decison BUT somewhat concerned re impartiality?
New City Metric Article - Lilian Greenwood MP
Right decison BUT somewhat concerned re impartiality?
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Meanwhile...
"Andrew Cowan, CEO of London Stansted Airport, has today welcomed the Government’s proposal to make best use of existing runway capacity across the UK to improve global connectivity and provide more choice for passengers.
The proposal is a key part of the Government’s new aviation plans to boost economic growth, connectivity and skills and follows the Airports Commission recommendations in 2015 on the need in the short term to make full use of existing airport capacity in the UK before a third runway at Heathrow is built."
I really cant see such a weak government trying to push through R3 at LHR, so the stalling tactics begin, i.e. like above...
"Andrew Cowan, CEO of London Stansted Airport, has today welcomed the Government’s proposal to make best use of existing runway capacity across the UK to improve global connectivity and provide more choice for passengers.
The proposal is a key part of the Government’s new aviation plans to boost economic growth, connectivity and skills and follows the Airports Commission recommendations in 2015 on the need in the short term to make full use of existing airport capacity in the UK before a third runway at Heathrow is built."
I really cant see such a weak government trying to push through R3 at LHR, so the stalling tactics begin, i.e. like above...
No point in doing the work only to have to do it all again at the end of it.[/QUOTE]
Who drew up the plans without the knowledge of working out the space constraints already in existence? Why apply for planning permission? Lose it and go to appeal and win, and then decide not to do the work?
I await the plans for R3 - shurely no mistakes possible then.
They must still have the crayons sharpened to tunnel/bridge/ramp/viaduct the M25 somehow.
Who drew up the plans without the knowledge of working out the space constraints already in existence? Why apply for planning permission? Lose it and go to appeal and win, and then decide not to do the work?
I await the plans for R3 - shurely no mistakes possible then.
They must still have the crayons sharpened to tunnel/bridge/ramp/viaduct the M25 somehow.
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Stephen Allen applied for the Heathrow Planning Permission on 25th March 2013.
London Borough of Hillingdon - Planning
The Davies Commission looking into the possibilities for runway expansion in the South-East only had its terms of reference announced in November 2012 and Heathrow issued its initial proposals to the Commission in July 2013.
I think it is reasonable that the planning permission scheme might have been developed without assuming the likelihood of a full runway expansion.
And it is understandable that Heathrow may decide not to incur the expense of implementing the original proposal if will only be of benefit for a year or so before it is thought that it will be subsumed in the work to create R3.
London Borough of Hillingdon - Planning
The Davies Commission looking into the possibilities for runway expansion in the South-East only had its terms of reference announced in November 2012 and Heathrow issued its initial proposals to the Commission in July 2013.
I think it is reasonable that the planning permission scheme might have been developed without assuming the likelihood of a full runway expansion.
And it is understandable that Heathrow may decide not to incur the expense of implementing the original proposal if will only be of benefit for a year or so before it is thought that it will be subsumed in the work to create R3.
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The link quoted to the Hillingdon planning documentation does not work.
It can be accessed from the link given at
http://www.hillingdon.gov.uk/26583
It can be accessed from the link given at
http://www.hillingdon.gov.uk/26583
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Sorry to be so negative but please don't waste your time on energy on the proposed third runway at Heathrow, it is never going to be built - as that d***head Shaun Spicer would say PERIOD!
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It is just another in a sequence - disappointing UK.
WE are building HS2 which is not needed - we will not build the third runway at Heathrow which is.
I just don't know why we are getting everything so wrong. All so the insulated wealthy in Richmond London and the SE can have their lifestyle while the country goes to rack and ruin - and those who need to commute to London can only afford to live in Birmingham.
WE are building HS2 which is not needed - we will not build the third runway at Heathrow which is.
I just don't know why we are getting everything so wrong. All so the insulated wealthy in Richmond London and the SE can have their lifestyle while the country goes to rack and ruin - and those who need to commute to London can only afford to live in Birmingham.
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Do we have the link re
"making best use of airport capacity " ?
If this was made 22nd at the launch of Manchester expansion it is bizarre as Grayling immediately briefed the press on cutting proposed access increases to the airport from Leeds ( re electrification) and expansion of two additional platfirms at Picadilly, all vital to the airport to the airport.
Bit like giving the go ahead to crossrail then pulling the plug !
"making best use of airport capacity " ?
If this was made 22nd at the launch of Manchester expansion it is bizarre as Grayling immediately briefed the press on cutting proposed access increases to the airport from Leeds ( re electrification) and expansion of two additional platfirms at Picadilly, all vital to the airport to the airport.
Bit like giving the go ahead to crossrail then pulling the plug !
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A general moan just to get it off my chest.
Tuesday 25th, we arrived the last flight from Nice, bags delivered quickly, car waiting, etc, etc, but then....
Exit road from T5 to M25 closed for roadworks, with a diversion around the Northen Perimiter Road to the A4 and main tunnel. Wouldn't have been so bad if they weren't also digging up the Northern Perimeter Road just outside the BA Ops building.
Result was 35 minutes from T5 to the M4 spur / A4 roundabout.
Which brainless idiot allowed both sets of roadworks at the same time ??
To cap it all, and nothing to do with HAL, the entry to the M4 Jct 4 was also closed westbound with no advance warning, with a ridiculous detour signposted through Southall and Hayes BACK to Jct 3.
End result - almost 45 minutes from T5 to M4/M25 junction at well past 23.00.
Rant over....
Tuesday 25th, we arrived the last flight from Nice, bags delivered quickly, car waiting, etc, etc, but then....
Exit road from T5 to M25 closed for roadworks, with a diversion around the Northen Perimiter Road to the A4 and main tunnel. Wouldn't have been so bad if they weren't also digging up the Northern Perimeter Road just outside the BA Ops building.
Result was 35 minutes from T5 to the M4 spur / A4 roundabout.
Which brainless idiot allowed both sets of roadworks at the same time ??
To cap it all, and nothing to do with HAL, the entry to the M4 Jct 4 was also closed westbound with no advance warning, with a ridiculous detour signposted through Southall and Hayes BACK to Jct 3.
End result - almost 45 minutes from T5 to M4/M25 junction at well past 23.00.
Rant over....
T5 road & Perimeter Rd LHR property, they do as they wish.
At least you got through Southall and Hayes safely to report. Please wait for the M4 SMART improvements which should give you a vista of Slough at night as well.
At least you got through Southall and Hayes safely to report. Please wait for the M4 SMART improvements which should give you a vista of Slough at night as well.
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Labour could turn against Heathrow expansion
Labour leaders could vote against allowing a third runway to be built at Heathrow due to environmental concerns about pollution.
The government wants to go ahead with Heathrow expansion but a final vote will not be taken in the House of Commons until 2018.
Labour has acknowledged the need for extra runway capacity in the south-east but has raised questions about the potential pollution and reduction in air quality created by Heathrow expansion.
Party sources have told the Financial Times that Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn is likely to vote against Heathrow expansion. Shadow chancellor John McDonnell is also an opponent of a third runway.
One Labour source told the FT: "It has to pass our tests and no one here expects that to be likely”; while another said: “If the vote is any time soon there is no way we would back it, mainly on the basis of air quality, and that’s unlikely to change any time soon."
The government wants to go ahead with Heathrow expansion but a final vote will not be taken in the House of Commons until 2018.
Labour has acknowledged the need for extra runway capacity in the south-east but has raised questions about the potential pollution and reduction in air quality created by Heathrow expansion.
Party sources have told the Financial Times that Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn is likely to vote against Heathrow expansion. Shadow chancellor John McDonnell is also an opponent of a third runway.
One Labour source told the FT: "It has to pass our tests and no one here expects that to be likely”; while another said: “If the vote is any time soon there is no way we would back it, mainly on the basis of air quality, and that’s unlikely to change any time soon."
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