Flying Restrictions Over London for Trooping the Colour 2025

Attention all aviators: New regulations are coming into effect that will temporarily restrict airspace over Central London due to the Trooping the Colour ceremony and its rehearsals. Here's what you need to know:

Key Details:

• Effective Dates:

  • 31st May 2025: 07:30 - 12:00 UTC
  • 7th June 2025: 07:30 - 12:00 UTC
  • 14th June 2025: 07:30 - 13:00 UTC

• Restricted Area: A circular zone with a 2-nautical-mile radius centered at 51°30'00"N 0°08'01"W, up to 2,500 feet above mean sea level.

• Exceptions:

  • Aircraft operations already restricted by existing regulations over the City of London, specified areas, and Hyde Park.
  • Aircraft approaching or departing from London City Airport, Heathrow, RAF Northolt, or London Heliport under specific conditions.
  • Flights operated by Police Air Support, Emergency Medical Services, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, or the King’s Helicopter Flight.
  • Flights with special permission from the Metropolitan Police Service.

Why the Restrictions?

These measures are necessary to ensure public safety and security during this significant ceremonial event, as agreed by the Civil Aviation Authority and the Department for Transport.

Need Permission?

For flights requiring special permission, contact the Metropolitan Police Service at 07554 407716 or email Sarah.A.L.Davies@met.police.uk.

Further Information:

• Contact: For detailed inquiries, reach out to Mr. David Ridley, Airspace Regulator at the Civil Aviation Authority, via 03301 382471.
• Details Announcement: Full details will be announced through Briefing Sheets and Notices to Airmen (NOTAM).

Stay informed and ensure compliance to avoid any disruptions or penalties during these key dates. Fly safe!