Overview
- RiverOak Strategic Partners announced a public consultation to present proposed flight paths and airspace changes for Manston’s freight-focused relaunch.
- The consultation runs from 16 March to 22 June 2026 with in-person and online community events detailing flight paths and airport usage.
- The Civil Aviation Authority’s Citizen Space will publish detailed maps, plans and flight-path information on 16 March to guide public feedback.
- The effort follows a Development Consent Order granted in 2020 with an updated version approved in 2022.
- RSP is targeting first operations in 2029, positioning Manston to handle time-sensitive imports and offer an alternative to crowded London airports, with next steps dependent on consultation outcomes and further approvals.