Flying Info
Flying Information for RAF Wittering
For security reasons, we are unable to publish detailed information on our flying schedules. However, we have included links to give an insight into the requirement for Low Flying Training.
Low Flying
Military Low flying in the UK is flown in accordance with the rules and regulations governed by the UK Low Flying System (UKLFS). The UKLFS covers all airspace within the UK from surface level vertically to 2000ft, with different regulations for use during the day and night. The UKLFS is organized into 20 Low Flying Areas, or LFA. RAF Wittering is at the heart of LFA 06.
The reason military aircraft are required to fly at low level in the UK is to hone essential skills needed for when they are deployed on operations. UK forces are repeatedly deploying to operational hot spots around the world, usually with little or no warning for which they must be trained and ready to deploy in order to be able to fulfill their task as effectively as possible. Of course, all types of essential fast jet, multi-engined and helicopter aircrew are required to fly difficult sorties at low level, undertaking a variety of essential roles. These roles include close air support, reconnaissance, search and rescue and the transportation of troops and humanitarian aid to remote locations.
Whatever the task may be, it can only be achieved through the practice, experience and specialist training gained through the use of the UK Low Flying System.