About Us
We are Fly Doncaster Ltd, a newly formed operating company set up to mobilise, reopen and manage the running of Doncaster Sheffield Airport. Established by the City of Doncaster Council, we are committed to establishing a top-class regional airport and maximising its potential to bring economic growth to the region.
The Airport
Doncaster Sheffield operated as a commercial airport between 2005 and 2022. Today this means the site already boasts an established terminal, several hangars and top-class facilities. Having this infrastructure in place, alongside an excellent proximity to transport links, makes it the ideal location for both passenger and commercial flights.
21 January 26
Airport Consultative Committee appointed
An Airport Consultative Committee (ACC) has met for the first time at Doncaster Sheffield Airport in what is a highly significant milestone for the project.
ACC’s are an integral part of any airport ecosystem, providing a means of feedback between airport management, users, neighbours and other stakeholders.
The first meeting of Doncaster’s ACC was held at the airport on Monday 26th January, and overseen by highly experienced chair, Paul McCurry, who in a 30-year career at South Yorkshire Police held the position of Head of Operational Support and Superintendent. A qualified pilot, Doncaster-born McCurry, who now works in academia, also previously served as Head of Community Safety at Sheffield City Council.
The meetings bring together a range of individuals, specialists and expertise, including elected members and aviation representatives. Moving forward, the group will meet at regular intervals as the reopening project progresses. The appointment of an ACC represents a crucial regulatory milestone in regaining airspace certificate from the Civil Aviation Authority.
Chair of the new ACC, Paul McCurry said: “We were delighted to hold the first meeting of Doncaster’s ACC, paving the way for continued progress in the airport’s reopening. It is a vital requirement for ACC’s to have a deep understanding of the communities surrounding an airport while maintaining a close yet independent working relationship with the operator.”
“In a very productive meeting we discussed a range of issues, from understanding latest milestones in the process, to defining the priorities of this group and how it best represents the many stakeholders involved in the project, in order to have a meaningful input on proposed operations. We look forward to a very productive relationship with the airport management moving forwards.”
Programme Director for City of Doncaster Council (which is reopening the airport through Fly Doncaster), Christian Foster, said: “This is a hugely significant milestone in the reopening of the airport. ACC’s are a critical part of the picture, providing the link between airport management and the stakeholders that are impacted by its operation.”
“We have a great group of individuals representing communities, businesses and other interested parties, who will play a crucial role moving forwards under Paul’s stewardship. The airport project is progressing at pace, as we pull together all the elements required to get the airport open as soon as possible.”
Under U.K. law, airports must maintain an effective mechanism to consult with stakeholders. They fulfil a statutory obligation for major UK airports to engage with the public, providing a crucial advisory role in discussing topics ranging from environmental issues, airport development, operations, community feedback and quality of service.
