Event    From 27/6/1982 

Heron Quays STOL Landing

Categories: Aviation

The landing of a STOL (short take-off and landing) aircraft in the heart of London's Docklands, was done to show the feasibility of an airport there. In due course, London City Airport opened in 1987.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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