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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
First Tempest prototype to fly within 5 years, Japan considers partnership
The United Kingdom announced it would conduct a “joint concept analysis” with Japan and Italy to identify areas…
Runways at Brize Norton, Luton melt in UK heatwave
Runways at two locations in the UK have been affected by the country’s heatwave, while a fire has…
The future of urban transport? Flying taxi makers head for Farnborough Airshow
How soon will we be traveling in air taxis? How can they be safely integrated into existing airspace?…
Joby Aviation applies for UK certification of its eVTOL aircraft
Aiming to enter the vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft market in the United Kingdom, Aviation has formally…
World’s largest engine: Rolls-Royce nears completion of UltraFan demonstrator
British engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce has entered the final stage of the assembly of the world’s largest aero engine…
Vertical Aerospace announces deals ahead of Farnborough Airshow
Vertical Aerospace, the maker of eVTOL aircraft, has signed two deals ahead of the Farnborough Airshow, with American…
UK authorities call on airlines to prioritize passengers amid travel chaos
As travel disruptions continue to cause chaos across the industry, the UK Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA) and…
What can we expect at the Farnborough Airshow 2022?
Airshows often feature breakthrough technologies, lucrative aircraft deals, airplane displays, and a number of interesting discussions on the…
Boeing to showcase 737 MAX 10 and 777X at Farnborough Airshow 2022
Boeing has announced that it will demonstrate its 737 MAX 10 and 777X aircraft in a flying display…
ZeroAvia says has boosted safety culture after report into 2021 crash
UK air accident investigators have published a report into a crash of a ZeroAvia Piper PA-46 electric aircraft…
Start-up ZeroAvia discusses the challenges of hydrogen-electric flying
Just over a century after the dawn of aviation, are we on the verge of a technology shift…
Ryanair welcomes UK union approval of post-COVID pay deal
Ryanair’s UK pilots have approved a deal on restoring pay to pre-pandemic levels, the low-cost carrier has announced. …
UK cancels Mosquito Loyal Wingman project
The UK Ministry of Defense announced the cancelation of Project Mosquito, a program to develop an advanced combat…
Norse Atlantic Airways UK applies for US foreign air carrier permit
Norway’s newest long-haul airline Norse Atlantic Airways has applied for a foreign air carrier permit from the US…
Heathrow records busiest month since March 2020, reopens Terminal 4
London Heathrow Airport said that May 2022 was the busiest month since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. …
Heathrow to reopen Terminal 4 after two years of closure
London Heathrow airport will reopen Terminal 4 on June 14, 2022, two years after it was closed due…
Ryanair faces backlash after giving South African passengers Afrikaans test
Low-cost airline Ryanair has announced that it will require South African travelers aiming to enter the United Kingdom…