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The United Kingdom Low Flying System (UKLFS) is the airspace across the United Kingdom in which low flying training is permitted. The system was established in 1979 and extends from ground level to 2000ft AGL. Flying is carried out from 0800 to 2300 during weekdays only. Military aircraft are also allowed to fly in Tactical Training Areas.

Aircraft are restricted to a cruising speed of 450 knots, and reheat (use of afterburner) is not permitted except for emergencies. Low flying aircraft should not enter any Air Traffic Zones, including Aerodrome Traffic Zones and Military Aerodrome Traffic Zone.

Tactical Training Areas

• LFA7(T), central Wales
• LFA14(T), northern Scotland
• LFA20(T), Anglo-Scottish border and west Northumberland

See also

• Purple Corridor

References

1. UK Tactical Training Areas
2. Regulatory Article 2330

External links

• UKLFS
• Low flying in the UK
• UK Military Low Flying - An Essential Skill

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