The following is a list of useful links for more information about airport operations, airspace compliance, aviation safety and noise in general:
Aviation Acronyms
The aviation industry loves acronyms, where we have used acronyms we have tried to also include its expanded form, however, this may not have always taken place. If you have an acronym that you are unfamiliar with, then the acronym database is a good resource.
Link: Air Navigation Acronym List
The Sky Library
If you want to dig into a wide range of aviation topics you can explore the Skybrary. Initially setup by EURCONTROL, it involves a broad range of industry organisations and takes the form of an online wiki. However the platform has a robust content management and control process to ensure the quality, credibility and consistency of the information.
Link: SkyBrary
The Civil Aviation Authority
The UK’s aviation regulator contains masses of information that may be useful, from operating drones to travel advice. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is the statutory corporation which oversees and regulates all aspects of civil aviation in the United Kingdom. It is a public corporation established by Parliament in 1972 as an independent specialist aviation regulator. One of its four environmental goals is to contribute to a cleaner and quieter aviation industry.
Link: CAA
Link: Airspace Change Portal
NATS
NATS provide air traffic services throughout the UK and are responsible for controlling aircraft in the airspace surrounding London Stansted Airport.
Link: NATS
