Written questions

Aviation: Storms

Lords · Question HL4397 · Tabled 27 Jan 2025 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 10 Feb 2025

Question

Asked by Lord Birt

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the safety implications of passenger aircrafts landing at airports during Storm Eowyn.

Answer

Answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, 10 Feb 2025

The safety of the traveling public is a priority for the Government. Whether or not it is safe to land at an airport is an operational decision between the aircraft operator, air traffic controllers, and ultimately the pilot in command of an aircraft. UK ...