Blackpool welcomes L-39 jet business
18th December 2020 14:26 Europe/London
L-39 Aviation, a new company operating a high performance ex-military jet trainer, has chosen Blackpool Airport as its new base.
The Aero L-39 Albatros is a high-performance jet trainer developed in Czechoslovakia by Aero Vodochody. L-39 Aviation operates the latest glass cockpit version but configured for civilian operation.
Lancashire businessman Steve Hartley, owner of L-39 Aviation, has taken a lease on 14,000sqft Hangar Four at Squires Gate, bringing several new jobs to the airport, whilst they look to develop a new purpose-built operational base at Blackpool Airport.
The aircraft has recently been refurbished and secured its permit to fly after conversion works were undertaken at MoD St Athan airfield in South Wales.