Are there any guidance documents, etc for working near airports (putting up mobile telephone masts) Regards Mike

Hi Mike Unfortunately, I haven't got anything that relates to this on the Aviation and Aerospace Groups pages. Steve – I will add your link to our resources section, if that is OK with you? In my opinion (as well as Steve’ information), for the initial planning stages and depending on where the mast is going to be sited, you will need to ascertain if it falls with the requirements of the public safety zone as defined by the Department for Transport (DfT) and Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) . Dft: http://www.dft.gov.uk/pg...cular012010/pdf/circular CAA: http://www.caa.co.uk/def...type=90&pageid=11175 You would also need to consider if noise could be factor during the build/maintance process. Factors to consider in the provision of ear defence would be: • how close you are to the airport • how busy the airport is • the type of aircraft that are using the airport • the duration of the work In addition, I would recommend that if you have any concerns about working near an airport you contact the airport operator to see if they have any specific requirements or advice. Brgds Rod

Mike you should also check the flight approach red zones for the runways where development is restricted to ensure your mast does not interfere with flight safety. Mobile masts being erected within an airport are not permitted to be above the height of the building on which they are being fitted. The airport operator and the aviation regulator should also be informed as the development may have to be “Notamed” to the airlines and operators using the airport.