London Oxford Airport Upgrades Fire and Rescue Service to Full-Time Category 6

London Oxford Airport (EGTK) has commenced the New Year with a significant upgrade of its Rescue and Fire Fighting Services (RFFS) to Category 6. The enhanced status follows the introduction of replacement fire tenders, allowing for associated changes in manned resources at the UK’s fifth busiest business aviation airport.

Previously, customers had to pre-book and pay for an upgrade from the standard Category 4 RFFS, which required notice. Now, it’s available as standard airport service without any additional charge and on immediate demand. A further advantage, especially for operators coming in with larger business jets, is that the airport can be a viable alternative for weather-related (or other diversion reasons) from elsewhere. Operators coming in with larger aircraft types will have the peace of mind that the requisite fire cover is now always available.

The airport has welcomed an increased number of long-range and ultra-long range business jets these past 12 months, with customers from further afield finding London Oxford Airport to be a convenient and hassle-free option for access to the north and west side of London, as well as the Thames Valley.