Britten-Norman conducts momentous Islander maiden flight
Planemaker Britten-Norman is celebrating the maiden test flight of the first Islander aircraft built in the UK since…
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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
RAF A400M lands Marines and vehicles on remote Arctic island
A Royal Air Force (RAF) Airbus A400M Atlas transport aircraft delivered US Marines, UK Royal Marines and two…
Manchester and Stansted owner claims hackers demanded ransom during cyber-attack
The owner of Manchester Airport (MAN) and London Stansted Airport (STN) has claimed that hackers demanded a ransom…
Britten-Norman begins ground testing of first Islander built since UK homecoming
Britten-Norman has begun ground testing the first Islander aircraft that has been built in the UK since returning…
Lockerbie bombing trial delayed over ‘newly discovered evidence’
The trial of Abu Agila Mohammad Kheir Al-Marimi for his involvement in the 1988 Lockerbie bombing has been…
Russia says UK’s plan to hand Ukraine Storm Shadow blueprints pours fuel on fire
Russia has accused the United Kingdom (UK) of “pouring fuel on the fire” over plans to provide Ukraine…
UK military helicopter fleet sheds 27 aircraft in one year
The UK’s rotary-wing military aircraft inventory fell to 249 platforms as of April 1, 2026, down 27 from one year earlier, according to annual statistics published…
Druine Turbulent pilot seriously injured during display at historic UK aerodrome
A pilot was seriously injured when a single-seat Druine D.31 Turbulent was damaged during a display at the Stow Maries…
Historic 1934 race-winning DH.88 Comet badly damaged at Shuttleworth
The de Havilland DH.88 Comet G-ACSS “Grosvenor House”, the aircraft that won the speed section of the 1934…
BA owner questions price tag of Heathrow’s third runway in evidence to committee
British Airways owner International Airlines Group (IAG) has claimed to have “serious questions” about the cost attached to…
Istanbul Airport leaps past London-Heathrow as Europe’s busiest airport
London-Heathrow Airport (LHR) has said that the “case for expansion has never been clearer” after Istanbul Airport (IST)…
UK launches search for new Royal Air Force trainer and Red Arrows jet
The UK Ministry of Defence has formally launched the procurement of a new advanced jet trainer for the…
Red Arrows cancel upcoming UK displays due to troubles returning from US tour
The Royal Air Force’s (RAF) Red Arrows aerobatic display team has canceled a series of upcoming appearances after…
British territory of Gibraltar launches own aircraft registry
The British overseas territory of Gibraltar launched its own aircraft registry on August 4, 2026, with the signature…
Apollo agrees £5.7 billion takeover of easyJet as Castlelake walks away
Apollo Global Management has agreed a recommended cash acquisition of easyJet valuing the airline at approximately £5.7 billion…
Gatwick to press ahead with second runway after judges rule against appeal
London-Gatwick Airport (LGW) will press ahead with its plans to deliver a second runway after an appeal against…
easyJet sets up dramatic deadline day finale for Castlelake and Apollo bids
A dramatic deadline day finale looms after easyJet extended the date at which potential owner Castlelake can make…
British Army picks Tekever AR5 to replace Watchkeeper after tender fails
The UK Ministry of Defence has selected the Tekever AR5 to replace the British Army’s Watchkeeper drones, in a deal…