A New Travel Rule for Prince George: 12 and No More Flights with Family
Royal Travel Restriction: Prince George No Longer Eligible to Accompany Family on Flights
Welcome to the royal life of Prince George, the eldest son of Prince William and Princess Kate. As second in line to the throne, he's about to face a long-standing tradition that'll hit him hard when he turns 12.
In July, Prince George will turn the magic number, bringing a centuries-old rule of the British Royal Family into action. King Charles, his grandpa, holds the power to grant exceptions. But for now, George will have to say goodbye to cozy family flights.
This rule is designed to secure the monarchy's future, ensuring a plane crash doesn't take down both potential future monarchs. As per RTL, this decree will kick in on July 22, George's 12th birthday.
Prince William faced the same rule when he turned 12 in June 1994. Former royal pilot Graham Laurie, who shared his experiences in the "Hello" magazine podcast, recalls how Prince William needed his own aircraft after turning 12. Laurie also mentioned that, even when they were younger, they could only travel together with written permission from the monarchs.
Now, this rule changes the travel game for the lively royal family. Simple family trips are a thing of the past. Unless King Charles allows an exception (which isn't likely, as reported by the "Mirror"), the family bid farewell to stress-free jetting. In case of a crash, the royal future would hang in the balance.
For young Prince George, this is another step towards his future role as king. Recently, the 11-year-old has been stepping up his royal duties.
Interestingly, this rule isn't exclusive to the British Royal Family. U.S. President Donald Trump and his vice president J.D. Vance always take separate aircraft – Air Force One and Air Force Two – to minimize risk in case of an accident.
So, gear up, George! Your royal journey is about to get a little bumpy. But remember, every rule has its purpose, and this one's to ensure a smooth transition for the throne, if the unforeseeable were to happen.
Sources: ntv.de, gut
- British Royal Family
- Prince George
- Prince William
- King Charles III
- Donald Trump
- J.D. Vance
I'm not going to be able to enjoy carefree family flights like before, as the general-news about the British Royal Family's tradition dictates that I must follow the rule when I turn 12, much like Prince William did in 1994. Politics play a role in this, as the safety of potential future monarchs is at stake.
