Little Mongeham appeal

A renewed flight for the new airfield that has been proposed at Little Mongeham in Kent has begun, following the submission of an appeal against the refusal of planning consent for this new airfield. That refusal by Dover District Council was on the grounds of noise creation and followed after a fervid campaign by some local groups.

The initial outline proposal was for a 750m grass runway together with a control building and basic facilities, along with a glamping site. It is a predominantly rural area, but close to Deal town centre and a number of country pubs.

The appeal is hailed as a first for the GA sector as it comes from within the industry, guided by the General Aviation Awareness Council (GAAC), rather than through political machinations or personal whim.

GAAC is asking for public support for the appeal, which is being made under Section 78 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.