In a statement, the airport said it had consulted with residents and understood how important the open space was to local people.
“The proposal would not affect any bridleways or public rights of way, with 99.87% of the common remaining accessible,” it added.
“As part of our wider proposal, measures include off-site planting, community resources to help maintain open spaces within the local area and a proposal for a dedicated community fund for our nearest communities which would see investment in community facilities and support local projects.”
The airport submitted its plans for the expansion in March and North Somerset Council is reviewing the proposal.
