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Where is the helicopter based and does it have to work with other air traffic when airbourne or does it have priority over other aircraft?

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Where is the helicopter based and does it have to work with other air traffic when airbourne or does it have priority over other aircraft?

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The aircraft is based at Filton Airfield, Bristol. When airborne the pilot can communicate with air traffic control to ensure that safe separation from other aircraft. The police Helicopter does have priority over other aircraft if required, but is not normally necessary.