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===Roof Terrace===
===Roof Terrace===


Shut, probably indefinately
Shut, probably indefinitely.


==Other Spotting Locations==
==Other Spotting Locations==


===08R Crash Gate===
===08R Crash Gate===
Probably the most popular spot at Gatwick, it's excellent for shooting aicraft taxing and holding for departure from 08 (and as a result is only available 30% of the time). The spot provides several different angles depending on where along the crash gate you shoot from. If a ladder is used please take it down after you have taken your shot.
Probably the most popular spot at Gatwick, it's excellent for shooting aircraft taxing and holding for departure from 08 (and as a result is only available 30% of the time). The spot provides several different angles depending on where along the crash gate you shoot from. If a ladder is used please take it down after you have taken your shot.


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===South Terminal International Departure Lounge===
===South Terminal International Departure Lounge===


Only accessible if you are travelling. Situated upstairs in the departure lounge by the Sports Bar, offers nice views across the airfield and runway. Windows seem to be generally clean, so photos may be possible.
Only accessible if you are traveling. Situated upstairs in the departure lounge by the Sports Bar, it offers nice views across the airfield and runway. Windows seem to be generally clean so photos may be possible.


==Locations to Avoid==
==Locations to Avoid==
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Transit train between the North & South Terminals. Each terminal has short stay parking (albeit quite expensive).
Transit train between the North & South Terminals. Each terminal has short stay parking (albeit quite expensive).


Coach services depart/arrive from locations around the country, such as central London, Bristol, Brighton, Birmingham, Oxford, Cambridge and Norwich. For those wanting to combine a Gatwick visit with a Heathrow one, there is a direct link provided by National Express Coach 700 Service, which operates every 15 minutes. Journey takes approximately 80 minutes.
Coach services depart/arrive from locations around the country such as central London, Bristol, Brighton, Birmingham, Oxford, Cambridge and Norwich. For those wanting to combine a Gatwick visit with a Heathrow one there is a direct link provided by National Express Coach 700 Service which operates every 15 minutes. Journey takes approximately 80 minutes.


==External Links==
==External Links==


[http://www.lgw.web-wings.co.uk The Gatwick Spotting Site]
[http://www.lgw.web-wings.co.uk The Gatwick Spotting Site]
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