London City Airport’s plans to expand capacity to 9M annual passengers rejected
London City Airport’s (LCY) expansion plans have been rejected by a local council due to environmental and noise…
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The United Kingdom (UK) holds a significant position in the global aviation industry. Home to some of the world’s oldest airlines and aerospace manufacturers, the UK plays a crucial role in aircraft manufacturing, airline operations, and air traffic management. The country boasts a large domestic aviation market and serves as a major international aviation hub connecting Europe with the rest of the world.
Key Facts
- Airlines headquartered: British Airways, easyJet, Jet2, Virgin Atlantic
- Major airports: London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), Manchester Airport (MAN)
- Aerospace manufacturers: Rolls-Royce Holdings, BAE Systems, Airbus UK
- Aviation regulator: Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)
- Air traffic control provider: NATS Holdings
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A disagreement between two passengers on a Ryanair flight erupted into a physical altercation. Footage of the fight was…
Stansted Airport’s plans for terminal extension will deliver 5,000 new jobs
London-Stansted Airport (STN) in the United Kingdom (UK) has published plans to extend its terminal building, in a…
Study into passenger behavior during plane evacuation needs 400 volunteers
A new university study will look at passenger’s behavior during the evacuation of a plane and is asking…
Aviation disrupter Global Airlines adds three more Airbus A380s to its fleet
British carrier Global Airlines has confirmed that it has added three more Airbus A380s to its fleet. The aviation…
Trooping the Colour: the 70 aircraft set to join Charles III’s birthday flypast
In the United Kingdom (UK) on Saturday, May 6, 2023, Charles III was crowned King in a coronation…
Here’s where to catch the RAF Hercules farewell flypast across UK
A historic event is set to take place across the United Kingdom as a flypast is planned to commemorate…
RAF pilots battle winds to land largest -ever aircraft on St Helena: video
The British Royal Air Force (RAF) has shared footage of the largest-ever aircraft landing at Saint Helena Airport…
New RAF Atlas transport aircraft capable of lifting 37-ton payload arrives in UK
The United Kingdom’s newest Royal Air Force (RAF) Atlas transport aircraft has landed at the Brize Norton station…
Cases of air rage, fights and unruly behavior on flights have tripled since 2019
Incidents of air rage, fights and disruptive behavior on flights tripled in 2022 according to UK airlines. Figures shared…
Germany declines to participate in Ukraine jet alliance
Germany has declined to participate in the international coalition agreement to provide Ukraine with F-16 fighter jets or…
US unwilling to see Ukrainian pilots train on F-16 despite Europe’s readiness
While several leaders in Europe have expressed their eagerness to deliver F-16s fighters and train pilots from Ukraine…
Last surviving 1950s Blackburn Beverley airlifter in danger of being scrapped
In its prime the Blackburn B-101 Beverley heavy transport aircraft was one of the largest aircraft flown by…
UK provides Storm Shadow long-range missiles to Ukraine ahead of offensive: CNN
In a move aimed at bolstering the capabilities of Ukrainian forces ahead of a potential counter-offensive, the United…
Coronation of King Charles III: discover the 68 aircraft set to join the flypast
[Ed. note: At the end, due to the weather conditions, with rain and low clouds over Central London,…
New British long-haul carrier Himalaya Jet meets with Boeing
Executives from Himalaya Jet, a new long-haul carrier based in the United Kingdom, have met with Boeing to…
London mayor opposes expansion of weekend flights at City Airport
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, is not backing extending the hours that London-City Airport (LCY) can operate…
Gold bars worth $4.8M ‘owned’ by South American drug cartels seized at Heathrow
The UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) has seized gold bars worth over $4.8 million at London-Heathrow Airport (LHR).…