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One of the oldest buildings still standing at the Airport is due to be demolished amid concerns that it is now a safety risk – and it's not yet clear what will go in its place.
Ports of Jersey has been granted planning permission to knock down the old ‘Jersey Airlines’ hangar, which is the large structure to the north of the main car park, on the right when driving into the Airport.
‘Hangar 4’, to give it its official title, was built in 1958, originally for the storage of aircraft.
The 74m long, 55m wide building was subsequently used as engineering base for several airlines, including Air UK and JEA, and is now used as an equipment store.
Pictured: The location of the hangar. (Ports of Jersey/Planning)
“This building served the island well for many years, but it is no longer possible to remedy its defects," explained Airport Operations Director, Ashley Maggs.
"We are continuing to evaluate how we can best incorporate the site into Jersey Airport’s master planning process.”
Ports said that a decision on the future of the site will be made "once the Airport’s future operational requirements are finalised".
They added that a temporary parking compound will be provided to allow contractors to safely dismantle the building.
Ports propose demolishing old 'Jersey Airlines' hangar at Airport
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