A pilot was fined £4,511 after failing to maintain communication with air traffic control during a flight that prompted a RAF interception. During an SAS flight from Oslo to Manchester, Captain Christopher Hollands lost communication for over 30 minutes, leading to fears of hijacking. The UK Civil Aviation Authority investigated and confirmed violations of the 2016 Air Navigation Order. This incident, which resulted in the deployment of Typhoon jets and a police escort upon landing, marks the first prosecution under this law in the UK.
Aviation is one of the safest methods of transportation, and it relies on pilots maintaining radio communication with air traffic control through the standard channels during flight.
We continue to work with pilots, airlines, and the Government to reduce similar incidents, including by prosecuting offenders when appropriate to maintain confidence in UK aviation's safety and security.
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