Heads Up: Sky Restrictions Over Manchester for Conservative Party Conference

Get ready, Manchester! From 4th to 8th October 2025, the skies over our city will be closely monitored and restricted to ensure safety during the 2025 Conservative Party Conference. Here’s what you need to know:

What’s Happening? The UK government has rolled out new regulations to restrict airspace over Manchester as part of security measures for the Conservative Party Conference. This means no aircraft can fly below 3,800 feet within a specific area during this time.

When and Where?

• Timeframe: 3:00 AM on 4th October to 4:00 PM on 8th October 2025.
• Location: A 2-nautical-mile radius centered at coordinates 53°28'37"N 2°14'46"W. That's essentially a circle around central Manchester.

Exceptions to the Rule: Certain aircraft are exempt from these restrictions:

• Police Air Support and Emergency Medical Service aircraft.
• Flights heading to or from Manchester Airport, as long as they’re under air traffic control direction.
• Aircraft with special permission from Greater Manchester Police.

Why the Restrictions? The Civil Aviation Authority and the Department for Transport have deemed these measures necessary for public safety and security during the high-profile event.

Need More Info? For those in aviation or anyone directly affected, more details are available through official channels like the Aeronautical Information Circular and Notice to Aviation. If you need to reach out, Mr. Alan Frew, Airspace Regulator, can be contacted at 03301 382734 for further inquiries.

Keep these dates in mind as you plan your flights or any activities involving the skies over Manchester. Stay safe and informed!