In March 2005, LLA proposed to extend the Luton Controlled Airspace to enable arriving aircraft to track north of the airport during easterly operations. After a 5-month consultation, the change was implemented in 2006.
 
The change improved efficiency and enhanced the safety of arriving aircraft. It also allowed arriving aircraft to successfully conduct a Continuous Descent Approach, keeping aircraft higher for longer and reducing the noise disturbance on the ground. 
 
For more information about this change you may wish to read and download the Formal Airspace Change Proposal and the CAA’s Post Implementation Review below. 
 
If you have any further enquiries regarding the Western Airspace Extension please contact the Flight Operations Department or call on +44 (0) 1582 395382.