Explanatory note

This Order amends the Air Navigation (Isle of Man) Order 2007 (S.I. 2007/1115), which makes provision for the Isle of Man corresponding to certain provisions of the Air Navigation Order 2005 (S.I. 2005/1970). In addition to minor and drafting amendments, this Order makes changes corresponding to certain amendments made to the Air Navigation Order 2005 by the Air Navigation (Amendment) Order 2007 (S.I. 2007/274) relating to requirements for non-public transport flights and the introduction of 8.33kHz channel spacing. It also transfers the functions of the Department of Transport of the Isle of Man Government under the Air Navigation (Isle of Man) Order 2007 to the Department of Trade and Industry of that Government.