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Yes

ID sylw: 92115

Derbyniwyd: 27/02/2025

Ymatebydd: General Aviation Awareness Council and Airfield Operators Group

The general principles of DPD 5 are appropriate, reasonable and acceptable. The justification is robust and the presence of Wellsbourne Airfield as a Major Investment Site in close proximity to the M40 / A46 Opportunity Area supports the principles of DPD 5.

Investment could relate to new aviation technology, engineering and linkages to the University. Aviation policy statements of relevance to the future of Wellesbourne are appended.

The presence of Wellesbourne Airfield contributes to transport infrastructure. The site is used by businesses as well as for leisure and recreation purposes. Its commercial infrastructure function in this key strategic location will increase over time as aviation innovation is on the cusp of introducing new forms of light aircraft. Demand for fast, efficient means of business transport will increase with growing road congestion and the relative constraints of rail travel (routes/reliability/flexibility).

The infrastructure at Wellesbourne Airfield is a valuable asset now and this value will increase in the lifetime of this Local Plan. Its services are complimentary to the principles of accommodating growth needs which is an overarching principal of the Local Plan, as addressed in further comments below.

The Wellesbourne Airfield infrastructure is privately provided and does not require public investment.