DUXFORD - new procedure to fly in to airshows incl Flying Legends
 

IWM Duxford have had a couple of policy changes in the last few years which have not really encouraged pilots to fly in to the airshows. However, there is now a new policy which should be much more encouraging.

The problem was that IWM required airshow visitors, including fly-ins, to buy tickets in advance. Many pilots took the view that this might mean money would be wasted if the weather turned out to by too bad to fly and it was too far to drive and so did not come to the airshow.

The airfield team have been pushing for a change in policy and I'm glad to say that a better deal will be implemented for Flying Legends (July 2017) and beyond.

1. You must read the flying information and book your landing slot in advance. Call the tower to do this 01223 833376.

2. You can pay your landing fee and your airshow admission on the day when you land (no cash, use your debit/credit card). This is more expensive at £45 per person (but see below). Landing fee for light aircraft is £30. (The higher cost is because we need two staff to process the payments on the day).

3. Alternatively, you can book your airshow tickets in advance (even on the day prior to the airshow) at normal rates if you feel confident about the weather.

The procedures document for pilots including these details is available from IWM Duxford. Call the tower 01223 833376 or email [email protected] or visit the website:
Information for Pilots | Imperial War Museums

We used to have 100+ aircraft visiting for the May and Legends airshows. I really hope this change encourages pilots to fly in again.

FLYING LEGENDS is on 8th and 9th July. You can use this procedure to fly-in to this show.

Alan.

The last time I tried to fly into Duxford having PPR'd one week ahead, one day ahead and on the day (all with a positive reply) I was told in the overhead that the airfield was closed to visitors ( no emergency mentioned just the manager told atc they were a bit busy for GA) and to PFO somewhere else. I hope the management has changed since then. I've never really trusted the place since. Please tell me it has all changed.

18greens

If you will p.m. me with the details, I will look into this for you. I'm not aware of anything remotely like this in the last seven years.

Alan.

Legends slots are filling up fast. if you are planning to fly in, call very soon to book yours. Remember if you can't come, e.g. due to weather, you don't pay (if you have planned to pay on the day).

18greens - I have not heard from you, so all |I can say is that that is not the attitude of the airfield management now and has not been for many years to my personal knowledge.

Alan.