Aviation News Item: 01329

6th Apr 2009

Source: fly-corporate.com

Oxford Airport has been approved to provide rescue and fire (RFFS) services for Cat 5 aircraft for the first time.

For business aviation movements, Cat 5 approval means the airport can now handle jets such as the Embraer Legacy (EMB-135). The first Legacy aircraft to be based at Oxford will arrive next month and will be available for commercial charter.

The Cat 5 capability also offers opportunities to cater for charters in the 50-70 seat range for sporting or special events, conferences and exhibitions around Oxford, both in-bound to the Thames Valley region and outbound throughout the UK and overseas. Passengers utilising private charters for such events can enjoy the benefits of a quiet, fast transit and exclusive 'VIP' environment at the airport's oxfordjet business aviation terminal, free from the constraints of the mainstream 'London' airport alternatives.

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