White Waltham Airfield is situated in a very built up area and close to the Heathrow CTR. Although the airfield has been here for nearly 80 years, it is now nearly totally surrounded by a myriad of roads, railways and houses. At West London Aero Club we take the issue of aircraft noise very seriously and have drawn up strict circuit and aerobatic procedures. All pilots, whether members of WLAC or visiting, must read, understand and comply with these here. Please do not hesitate to call and speak to one of the instructors if there is anything you are not completely clear about. Be considerate especially if you have a constant speed propeller. Think noise abatement!
Operations are open from 08.00hrs local and closes just after last landings, typically at dusk in the winter and 19.30 in the summer. The airfield is licenced from 0700z until 18.30z In the summer we close at 19.30hrs local. Closing times may be earlier if weather conditions are considered unsuitable for flying training. PPR is therefore mandatory. Arriving aircraft should report their positions in relation to, but not necessarily overhead, the appropriate visual reporting points.
All our Arrival and Departure information can be found on our website here. Please ensure that you have read and understand these procedures before completing the PPR form below. Please be aware that drone testing takes place at various locations within the airfield boundary up to a height of 400′ AAL and may be taking place at the thresholds of runways not in use.
Currently runway 03/21 is notified closed by notam due to resurfacing works. If arriving on 07/25 please return to the visitors line in front of the Clubhouse by using the intersection of 03/21 and runway 11/29. Do not back track down runway 25. When arriving on 11/29, the intersection of Runway 07/25 with 03/21 should be used to access the Eastern side of the Airfield. By applying for PPR you confirm that you have read and understood these instructions. Please call Operations should you have any questions
Helicopters
Rotary aircraft are expected to use “Helicopter” followed by their callsign or registration. Please also see the helicopter routes into and out of the airfield here. Please be aware that drones are often testing on the threshold of runway 03 and 29.
Plan your departure as thoroughly as your arrival. Be very aware of the proximity of the London Control Zone and note that there are no overhead departures allowed.
To obtain PPR you must complete the form below and submit it ensuring that you provide all mandatory information. Once submitted, you will receive an email confirming receipt of your PPR. Operations will be in touch should there be any issues. If you have any problems at all then please contact Operations on 01628 823272.
Out of hours arrivals are available on request including fuel and lighting for Rotary Aircraft if required. Please contact Operations. Out of hours charges will be applicable.