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Solent Airport at Daedalus

Following a competitive procurement process, Regional and City Airports Ltd (RCA) were appointed in 2016 to provide airport operations and management services at the Airport on behalf of the Council.  This appointment has ensured that the airport is managed professionally by an operator with extensive experience in the aviation sector.

Solent Airport External Hyperlink (opens in new window) supports a range of aviation activities, including private fixed-wing flying, flying schools and helicopter movements as well as aircraft manufacture, aircraft maintenance and other employment activities that require airside facilities. HM Maritime and Coastguard Agency also operates its Search and Rescue helicopter service (SAR) from the airfield.

Facilities at this CAA Licensed Aerodrome include a resurfaced runway, aircraft refuelling, on-site engineering, hangarage and outdoor aircraft parking, along with flying tuition and flight experiences. There is also a café and viewing area for members of the public to enjoy External Hyperlink (opens in new window).

Airport Investment Programme

In March 2022, the Council announced a £4.7M package of further investment in the Airport to enable its continued safe operation and to continue to deliver the Council's Vision to develop a vibrant and sustainable airfield. This was increased to £5.5M in June 2023. Further details of the Council's investment in the Airport can be found here.  

The proposed programme of investment includes aeronautical ground lighting, a performance-based navigation system, taxiways repairs, improvements to the Control Room and replacement fuel vehicles. These investments will support existing airside activities and improve the airport's competitive position by removing some of the identified operational capacity constraints.