The High Court has rejected a bid by local campaign groups who claimed that the Governments decision to allow the Gatwick Airport expansion was unlawful. Campaigners Communities Against Gatwick Noise Emissions (CAGNE) and Gatwick Area Conservation Campaign (GACC) brought the action which claimed that the impact of the second runway [read more]
UK Aviation News•Nick Harding23 JunUK low-cost carrier easyJet (U2/EZY) has rejected multiple bids from US based investment group Castlelake following the deceleration of an offer period. The latest offer totalled £4.7bn which prompted the easyJet board to reject the bids and to accuse Castlelake of trying to “buy it on the cheap” however the [read more]
UK Aviation News•Nick Harding22 JunThe Norwich base of the East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) has been awarded ‘Outstanding’, the highest possible award, by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). During a recent inspection the CQC found that everyone at the Norwich Base championed a culture of empathy, teamwork and continuous development in order to provide [read more]
UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News21 Jun
Australian flag carrier Qantas has confirmed it will launch non-stop flights between Sydney and London in October 2027 using an Ultra long range variant off the Airbus A350. Under the banner of Project Sunrise, Qantas is looking to make travel to Australia form long haul destinations like London easier and [read more]
UK Aviation News•Nick Harding18 JunIstanbul’s mega hub iGA Istanbul Airport has become the worlds first of its size to meet 100% of its electricity needs by solar power. This is possible due to the completion of a new solar power plant in Eskişehir which is one of the largest renewable investments in global aviation. [read more]
UK Aviation News•Nick Harding17 JunThe UK Government has unveiled a new £219 million funding programme aimed at accelerating domestic sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production, with ministers hoping the investment will strengthen the country’s position as a global leader in low-carbon aviation while creating thousands of skilled jobs. The new Low Carbon Fuels Fund (LCFF), [read more]
UK Aviation News•Nick Harding15 JunThe announcement of a preliminary agreement between the United States and Iran has been welcomed by financial markets and the global aviation industry alike, raising hopes that one of the most disruptive periods for international air travel in recent years could finally begin to ease. For UK travellers, however, the [read more]
UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News15 JunAvincis, Europe’s largest provider or emergency aerial services, has signed a contract with Airbus for the supply of 15 H145 helicopters which will be deployed across its network. The operator provides emergency medical services and offshore transportation and the new aircraft will strengthen its prescience in the Nordics, Spain and [read more]
UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News15 JunLoganair (LM/LOG)has become the first UK regional airline to deploy OpenAirlines’ SkyBreathe fuel efficiency platform, marking another milestone in the carrier’s long-term strategy to reduce emissions and improve operational performance. The Glasgow-based airline, which serves more than 70 routes across the UK and Europe, has confirmed that the software is [read more]
UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News14 JunThe organisers behind the new Hampshire Air Festival have unveiled a ‘Founding 200’ initiative designed to help businesses and individuals play a direct role in bringing the county’s newest airshow to life. Set to take place at Thruxton Aerodrome on the 12th and 13th September 2026, the inaugural Hampshire Air [read more]
UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News13 JunAviation enthusiasts, families and visitors from across the South West are set to descend on Cotswold Airport this summer as the airport prepares to host its annual Open Weekend on 4 and 5 July 2026. Running from 10am to 4pm on both days, the event will provide a rare opportunity [read more]
UK Aviation News•Nick Harding12 JunBritten-Norman has announced that the first new BN2 Islander to be produced entirely through its reshored UK manufacturing programme has reached 75% completion at the company’s Bembridge facility, marking a significant milestone in the return of full Islander production to Britain. The aircraft, which is being built for the Falkland [read more]
UK Aviation News•Nick Harding11 JuneasyJet has entered an offer period under the UK City Code on Takeovers and Mergers after aviation-focused investment firm Castlelake announced it is considering a possible offer for the airline. The US-based investor revealed on 29 May that it is in the early stages of evaluating a potential bid for [read more]
UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News9 JunResearchers from Swansea University have played a key role in a landmark aviation achievement after a modern aero engine was successfully operated on 100% hydrogen fuel at full take-off power for the first time. The milestone marks the culmination of a four-year international programme led by Rolls-Royce and easyJet, aimed [read more]
UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News6 JunCornwall Airport Newquay (NQY/EGHQ) has announced a new partnership with Murray Travel to launch a direct-flight package holiday programme to Tenerife in March 2027, providing passengers across Cornwall and the South West with a new winter sun option from their local airport. The programme, which officially goes on sale at [read more]
UK Aviation News•Nick Harding6 JunBournemouth Airport based specialist freight carrier European Cargo has appointed administrators after six years of operations. Founded during the COVID pandemic, European Cargo played a vital role in importing medical PPE equipment using an ex Virgin Atlantic A340-600 that was converted for cargo. Founder Paul Stoddart sold the airline in [read more]
UK Aviation News•UK Aviation News3 Jun