Due to the potential physical and technical effects that tall construction equipment may have on airport operations, Guernsey and Alderney Airports should be consulted before the use of temporary obstacles, such as cranes or other tall construction equipment.
Failure to consult with the airport could result in, enforcement action being taken against the crane operator under the Aviation (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law 2008.
The Assessment Process
The requirements are for those cranes and tall equipment within 6km (3.72 miles) of either airport that are operating at either 10 metres (10.93 yards) above ground level (AGL) or higher than the surrounding structures or trees must be notified to and approved by the airport.
You will be asked to input all relevant information for an assessment to be made. We ask that you notify Guernsey Airport with at least seven working days’ notice so we can carry out the relevant safety assessments and if there are any concerns or operational requirements, the appropriate briefings and control measures can be put in place.
Guernsey Airport understands that sometimes it is necessary to urgently erect a crane and therefore any applications within the seven day period will be dealt with as quickly as possible.
Please remember that any unauthorised crane constitutes an offence under the Aviation (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law 2008, which states that “A person shall not recklessly or negligently act in a manner likely to endanger an aircraft, or any person therein.”
1st February 2019
The Guernsey Air Cadets will join 1,000 other Royal Air Force squadrons containing 30,000 cadets across the British Isles marking National Air Cadet Day this weekend. National Air Cadet Day 2019 falls on Sunday 3rd February, a parade and a remembrance service, which is open to all, will start at the Allied Air Crew memorial at Guernsey Airport from 10.45am. As part of the day, the Guernsey…
25th January 2019
Guernsey residents now have two new low-cost services direct to the UK, as Blue Islands adds a daily London Southend service and twice weekly Liverpool service to provide Islanders with new convenient options for travelling to London and the north west from Guernsey. Rob Veron, CEO Blue Islands said: “As an independent local airline, the exciting addition of the two new low-cost services from…
24th January 2019
Blue Islands is proud to announce the launch of the #mybi Flight Fund, which will provide opportunities to Channel Island residents, groups and charities to achieve goals that would otherwise not be possible without the ability to travel off Island. The #mybi Flight Fund marks a departure from Blue Islands’ previous approach where in 2018 ad hoc support saw over 100 return flights provided for…
24th January 2019
Guernsey based Pula Aviation Ltd, parent company of Centreline AV Ltd, is expanding its footprint in business aviation and has acquired 100% of the share capital of ASG Ltd, a Guernsey based operation which specialises in business and general aviation maintenance and executive ground handling, and the sale and acquisition of business aircraft. Together with Centreline AV, ASG Ltd will form part…
19th December 2018
Passengers travelling out of Guernsey and Alderney Airports this festive season are reminded to try to pack for a smooth journey through both airports. Knowing what can and cannot be taken in hand or hold baggage will save you time, and inconvenience, and make your journey more enjoyable. Wrapped Christmas presents in hand luggage are not exempt from the current aviation security measures…
18th December 2018
Guernsey Airport reopened the forecourt in front of the passenger terminal at 11:45am on Tuesday 18th December after it was closed as a precautionary measure. Guernsey Airport had closed the forecourt area, as there could have been a risk of a couple of external roof panels above the departures entrance falling, due to the direction and the speed of the wind. The Airport thanks the Guernsey…
17th December 2018
Guernsey Airport is pleased to announce that Leah Jeffreys has been appointed as our new Manager of Air Traffic Control Services for Guernsey and Alderney Airports, following a competitive recruitment process. The appointment comes as the current Manager Frank McMeiken, is retiring after 29 years of service to both Airports. Leah Jeffreys will take up her appointment on 11th January 2019 and she…
7th December 2018
Guernsey Airport Christmas Eve - The passenger terminal will close at 6.30pm. However, the Airport will remain open in the evening to deal with any late arrival and departure of passenger flights due to weather or other operational reasons. Christmas Day - Closed. Boxing Day - Normal opening hours. New Year’s Eve - Normal opening hours. New Year’s Day - The passenger…
7th December 2018
The second security lane has now been opened at Guernsey Airport as the busy festive travel season is about to get underway. This means as of Friday 7th December 2018 two lanes are available for security screening for hand-luggage at peak times, instead of the temporary restriction to one lane whilst building works were being undertaken at the security search area in the passenger terminal…
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