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ORS4 No.1647: Noise Exemption for Experimental Aircraft

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This exemption continues to allow Research aircraft (operating in accordance with E-Conditions) to land or take off in the UK without being subject to the requirement to hold a valid noise certificate.

Status:
Current
Review comment:
Supersedes ORS4 No.1460
Version:
1
Version date:
10-Feb-2026
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