The Group for Action on Leeds Bradford Airport (GALBA) claims that the airport has exceeded its night flights quota for the second consecutive year. The airport denies the allegations, stating that it is within the limit according to its interpretation of the rules. GALBA has reported that 473 planes operated during the British Summer Time period, surpassing the permitted number. The group argues that the night flight rules are in place to protect public health and the environment.
Group for Action on Leeds Bradford Airport say the site has broken its night flights quota for a second year running. The airport has repeated its denials of the claim, insisting it is under the limit for the British Summer Time period under its “interpretation” of the rules.
had first suggested the quota, which is supposed to limit night-time activity at the airport for the benefit of local residents, was broken last month. They’ve now specifically said that 473 planes more than permitted ran between late March and this weekend, when the clocks went back. Chris Foren, ’s chair said: “In June, LBA’s boss, Vincent Hodder, accepted that the airport had broken the night flight rules in 2022. “He publicly apologised and said that it would never happen again. “Yet here we are, six months later, and LBA has broken the rules again by over 470 flights. “The night flight rules exist to protect public health and our environment – LBA should be forced to stick to them.
’s latest claim, a spokesperson for LBA said: “We are currently following a process to clarify the correct interpretation of planning conditions governing night time flights at LBA with Leeds City Council. “We have submitted certificates of lawfulness for existing use or development to the council, to establish what is lawful.
’s complaint, adding: “This remains a live and ongoing investigation and as a consequence the council is not in a position to comment further at this stage.” A decision on whether or not to grant the airport the certificates they’ve requested was initially expected this week, but the LDRS understands it’s now set to be made on November 22.
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