Intensive Parachuting FREQ: 129.905 MHz

Chatteris Airfield PPR & Pilot Briefing

Please read all operational instructions, review the airfield map below, and complete the form before landing.

Mandatory Pilot Briefing & Safety Rules

⚠️ ALL visiting pilots MUST obtain PPR.
⚠️ Aircraft MUST be 8.33 radio equipped.
🚫 DO NOT USE THE RED PART OF RUNWAY 05/23
ℹ️ Use of the airfield is entirely at your own risk and no liability is accepted.
🌙 There are no runway lights and no night flying is permitted.

Study airfield orientation and dropzone hazard areas prior to approach

• Intense parachuting activity in progress at all times.
• Radio "Chatteris Dropzone" on 129.905 MHz at 6+ NM out.
• Orbit 3+ NM out until ground control confirms all parachutes have landed and gives parking clearance.
• Helicopters: NO ROTORS TO TURN without ground controller permission.
• If no reply, use standard "TRAFFIC" calls and proceed with extreme caution.

Circuit Patterns:

Left Hand (LH): Runways 19, 21, 24, 23, 29

Right Hand (RH): Runways 01, 03, 06, 05, 11

Circuit Heights:

Microlights: 700 ft AGL | Other Aircraft: 1000 ft AGL

Landing & Parking Fees:

£10 Singles | £20 Twins & Helicopters | £20/night Overnight

⚠️ No fuel available on site. Ensure sufficient fuel for onward journey.

Complete all required fields below to receive approval and proceed to payment.

Captain Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

Aircraft Call Sign / Reg *

Aircraft Category *

Aircraft Type / Model *

People on board *

Aerodrome Departure *

Overnight Parking Stay

Arrival Date *

Estimated Arrival Time *

I acknowledge, agree, and understand all the operational information, dropzone safety briefing protocols, and hazard warnings provided above.

Total Landing & Parking Fee

£10.00

Fee calculated dynamically based on aircraft category and overnight stay duration.

Radio: 129.905 MHz (Chatteris Dropzone) Phone: +44 (0)1354 740810