Pilot reviews of Alderney Airfield

“I flew into Alderney from North Weald on Sunday 13th, the day did not start to well as I was not aware you needed to give Special Branch 12 hours notice but we filed and took a chance. The procedure for reporting in the Jersey zone looks a little daunting in pooleys and on the map, BUT do not be put off, this is a delightfull destination and the scenery on the approch to the Island and the airfield must be some of the best around. We had a very warm welcome and were given directions to walk into the town for luch, it would appear that the pubs do not cater on a Sunday until the evening, but unperturbed we walked back to the airfield and had a really nice bacon sandwhich and sat outside in the sun. Ths is a fanastic destination and if you take on fuel (£1.15 a litre) the landing fee is only £8 which for the facillities offered is fantastic value. Highly Reccomended.”

“Went to Alderney a couple of weeks ago for an overnight stay after dropping by at Guernsey first. It was my first trip across the channel and I found the experience easy enough. Alderney itself is very nice, very pretty and quaint. We arrived just before the airfield shut at 19.30, and because we stayed we enjoyed a reduced landing fee.

The Victoria hotel in the main town is very good, and I highly recommend it.

Avoid the security staff at the airfield, the one guy I had to deal with was possibly the rudest I have come across recently.

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“Caution, there is no more fuel in Alderney.You must land with enough fuel to join Guernesey or Jersey.

Merveillous island but avoid The Vine restaurant.Georgian hotel is a very pleasant place to stay.

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“Alderney is the most wonderful little island. Three square miles populated by 2,300 of the nicest people you will find anywhere.

Without doubt the nicest of the Channel Islands (they're all nice - but Alderney tops my list) and the most perfect place for a GA trip. Everywhere is within walking distance.

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“nice place to visit Quite island with two days enough to visit. A little duty free and cheap AVGAS 63 p a litre total. Carefull with the ATC as very stricked, remember to ask for permission to start engine and hi - viz jackets for all crew and passengers.

bike hire not necessary as long as walking shoes taken ( a stout pair of boots ).

recomend for first long ( seams long way ) as english is spoken and very good reception.

just remember 416 speak and ATC procedures.

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