Further Information on Air Observer Teams Supporting the Olympic
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Further Information on Air Observer Teams Supporting the Olympic
Further Information on Air Observer Teams Supporting the Olympic Air Security Plan During the Olympic and Paralympic Games For free translation, phone: For free translation, phone: For free translation, phone: For free translation, phone: 07879 603506 For free free translation, translation, phone: phone: For 07879 603506 For free translation, phone: 07879 603506 For free translation, phone: 07879 603506 For free translation, phone: 07879 603506 For free translation, phone: 07879 603506 07879 603506 Forfree freetranslation, translation, phone: For phone: For free translation, phone: 07879 603506 For free translation, phone: 07879 603506 07879603506 603506 07879 07879 603506 07879 603506 07879 603506 07879 603506 07879 603506 Army HQ Design Studio ADR001146 © Crown Copyright 2012 07879 603506 07879 603506 07879 603506 07879 603506 07879 603506 07879 603506 07879603506 603506 07879 07879 603506 07879 603506 Information that you may want to know about the Armed Forces contribution to the Olympic and Paralympic Games in your area Safety and Security To support the delivery of a safe and secure Olympic Games, the Secretary of State for Defence announced last year that the Armed Forces would support the Police and the Olympic Organisers (LOCOG). These include Typhoon aircraft, helicopters, HMS Ocean and Ground Based Air Defence systems. The Olympic Security Plan includes an air security plan to protect the restricted airspace that will be in place over London. As well as talking with the general aviation community, the plan includes Royal Air Force Typhoon aircraft to intercept suspect aircraft, helicopters and the use of Ground Based Air Defence systems in conjunction with Air Observers to monitor and provide early warning of unauthorised aircraft in the air space over London. British Army and Royal Air Force Air Observers will be based at 16 locations which offer an excellent view of the airspace around London. Air Observers will be equipped with thermal imaging binoculars and the Air Detection Alerting Device (ADAD) which will assist the teams in detecting and identifying any suspicious activity in the sky. The improved detection capability, as part of an overall air security capability for the London Games, will also help to deter hostile acts. It is not unusual for the civil authorities to seek assistance from the Armed Forces when there is a significant and large public event in the UK and the Olympics is no different. Similar capabilities to those described here have been used at every recent Olympic Games. During the Games The Air Observers will be deployed for the period of the Games from mid July. Profile of the Equipment Air Detection Alerting Device (ADAD). This is a thermal imaging system that detects the heat given off by aircraft. It does not emit any signal itself and will work in all kinds of weather and during both day and night-time. It can detect hostile aircraft and helicopter targets flying at low levels and at high speed. Frequently Asked Questions How Long will the Armed Forces Air Observers be in their current position? The Armed Forces will be present throughout the Olympic and Paralympic Games, for a period of approximately 2 months. Why did the Armed Forces chose this location? This location was selected because it offers an excellent view across the local area and approaches to London from the air. It is part of a wider Air Defence deployment and supports our other Air Defence locations. The site offers a flat and uncluttered area from which to operate safely. Are there no other suitable buildings nearby? This site has proved to be the best available site in this area for the ADAD system. Is the equipment noisy? The equipment is not noisy. It is operated from mains electricity or operated by a silent generator which the Ministry of Defence has procured for the Games. Will the Armed Forces be there 24/7? During the deployment, there will be a presence of up to 8 Service personnel on site 24/7. They may be supported by the Ministry of Defence Police. Will the soldiers be armed whilst they are on site? No. Armed Forces personnel will not be armed whilst on site. However, if police are deployed to the site, they will be armed. Is there a threat of a terrorist attack against the London or the Olympic and Paralympic Games? There is currently no evidence of a specific threat against the site, London or the Olympic Games. Will having air detection systems on our building make us a target? The presence of Air Observers does not make the site a target Further Enquiries Further information on the deployment of Armed Forces personnel and equipment can be obtained by calling: 07879 603506. Please leave a message and a representative of the Ministry of Defence will call you back promptly. Alternatively, please send your enquiry by e-mail to: LONDIST-MoDOlympicsEnquiries@mod.uk. If you would like further information, please visit our website at: http://www.mod.uk.DefenceInternet/ DefenceNews/InDepth/ OperationOlympicsDefenceSupportToLondon2012.htm.