Petition Allow people to listen to live commercial ATC (Air Traffic Control)

There is a law which restricts people from listening to Live ATC from UK airports. Whilst not an issue from most, I think it is a relatively pointless and outdated law which helps no one. It prevent people who enjoy aviation from listening in whilst at home or even plane spotting.

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In countries like the USA they are allowed to Listen to Live ATC and I think it is very interesting. People with a passion are unable to learn from some of the best Air Traffic Controllers in the world at the moment.

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Created by Tristan Henry William Platt
Deadline 12 February 2026 All petitions run for 6 months
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