Can a private jet fly in the fog? Starting the winter season it is easy to find low visibility weather conditions on our flights. One of the problems present during the cold season is fog. All aircraft, including private jets, are affected by fog and poor visibility. Although many commercial aircraft are equipped with auto-land autopilots (that can land the aircraft in zero visibility), it is on the ground and during the take off phase that most of the Air Traffic Delay occur. When the visibility at an airport drops below 1,500m (described by pilots and airports as RVR – Runway Visual Range) the airport enforces Low Visibility Procedures (LVPs). During LVPs, Air Traffic will reduce the number of aircraft taxing and taking off to prevent accidents and incidents occurring. How private jets fly in foggy conditions But just as in heavy snow and other unforseen weather conditions, the flexibility of private jet charter is a huge advantage in foggy weather. A private jet charter flight plan allows for last minute changes of plan, finding gaps in the fog and rerouting the flight accordingly – not an option open to airlines. For example while visibility might be 100 metres at London Luton airport, bit could be 4km at London Northolt. So by switching a flight departure from Luton to Northolt, the customer was able to depart with very minimal delays. As the fog clears huge backlogs for airlines will mean disruption can continue for the next day or two. With many aircraft now out of position, passengers are recommended to contact their airlines for further information before leaving home. In foggy conditions, the advantages of private jet charter become very clear! Share This Content! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Google+ Tumblr Pinterest Email Related Posts New year start for the newest Istanbul Airport November 7th, 2018 The top 5 of european private aviation November 7th, 2018 6 reasons why (most) private jets are white November 7th, 2018 Aereoporto Capodichino – 80144 Napoli – Italy Tel: (+39) 081 584 4319 Fax: (+39) 081 0100 779 info@slamair.eu © Copyright 2021 | Slam Air | P.Iva: 03604091219 | (+39) 081-5844319 | PRIVACY POLICY Facebook Instagram This website uses cookies We use cookies to personalize content and ads, to provide social media functionality and to analyze our traffic. We also share information on how we use our site with our web analytics, advertising and social media analytics partners, who could combine it with other information they have provided or have collected from their use of their services. Agree to our cookies if you continue to use our website. Settings OK