Prince George Reportedly Won’t Be Allowed to Fly with Prince William When He Turns 12

The British royal family has recently faced a situation involving Prince William and Kate Middleton’s use of the royal helicopter for transportation. Essentially, the Queen expressed concerns about the frequent flights taken by the Cambridges as a family unit from their country residence to London, citing safety reasons.

Despite the Queen’s directive, Prince William and Kate reportedly defied her orders and used the helicopter for a family vacation. Consequently, the Queen has summoned the couple to the palace for a discussion regarding the matter. This incident highlights the ongoing dynamics and potential tensions within the royal household, even among senior members of the family.

The royal family adheres to a specific protocol regarding air travel for heirs to the throne. This protocol dictates that two or more heirs should not travel together to safeguard the continuity of the monarchy. However, Queen Elizabeth has the authority to override this rule for young children. According to reports, she has previously exercised this exception for Prince George. As Prince George grows older, it will become increasingly difficult for him to fly with his father, Prince William, due to the protocol aimed at protecting the line of succession. This measure ensures that in the event of an unfortunate incident, the monarchy can continue uninterrupted.

The royal protocols dictate that once Prince George reaches the age of 12, Her Majesty the Queen will no longer possess the authority to override the established guidelines. Consequently, Prince George and his father, Prince William, will be strictly prohibited from traveling together on the same aircraft, without any exceptions. This regulation extends to Prince William and his father, Prince Charles, as well as Prince Charles and Her Majesty the Queen, who are required to travel separately.

Furthermore, it has been reported that there has been a disagreement regarding the travel arrangements of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Allegedly, Prince William and Catherine were observed boarding a helicopter with their children, despite Her Majesty’s instructions to limit their frequent usage of such transportation. According to royal expert Neil Sean, “When Prince William and Catherine return from their brief respite, they will be summoned to Windsor Castle to provide an explanation for their actions.”