LONDON - The UK-US trade deal has come into force Monday, slashing US export tariffs for the key UK industries. Aerospace goods will clear US customs without any levies again - with immediate effect. A deal between the US and the EU about future trade remains pending but could copy elements of the UK blueprint.»
LONDON - Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP) reached an agreement to sell its interests in three UK airport assets - Birmingham Airport, Bristol and London City Airport - to Macquarie Asset Management. The Canadian pension plan has been a long-term investor in these airports.»
LONDON - A London-bound Air India Boeing 787-8 crashed right after take-off in the Indian city of Ahmedabad killing 241 of 242 people on board. The UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has offered its assistance in the investigation. In addition, the UK AAIB will have expert status in the Indian safety investigation.»
LONDON - With over 2.5 million flights handled through UK airspace each year, the role of an air traffic controller is critical in keeping the skies safe and efficient. This year, NATS is offering further opportunities for people to start a hugely fulfilling career at the heart of the aviation industry.»
LONDON - British Secretary of State for Transport Heidi Alexander is "minded to grant consent” for the Northern Runway planning application at London Gatwick Airport subject to certain conditions. The airport will accept stricter limits on aircraft noise in return for Government approval - and a public transport requirement.»
MONTREAL - London Heathrow switches spots with Tokyo Haneda in the 2024 ACI list of the world's busiest airport. The British Airways hub remained the biggest European airport by passenger numbers with 83.8 millions travellers last year. An airport in the United States is trailing Heathrow close behind.»
LONDON - A fire at a substation cut power supply at London Heathrow Airport for hours last Friday - 1,300 flights were cancelled, 200,000 passengers affected by schedule disruptions. The incident triggered an anti-terror investigation by MET Police and Scotland Yard - as of now, no foul play is suspected.»
LONDON - Heathrow Airport shuts down all Friday due to a "significant power outage". Operations have been suspended until 11.59pm local for safety reasons, the airport said on X. Passengers were advised not to travel to the airport, British Airways faces major disruptions before the weekend.»
LONDON - Gatwick Airport wants to put its northern runway to full use by the end of the decade. The Government just signaled support for the project as the Secretary of State for Transport "is minded to approve" the northern runway plans and has outlined "a clear pathway to full approval" later in the year.»
LONDON - The UK government endorsed expansion plans for London Heathrow. A third runway would not only expand overall capacities of Europe's largest aviation hub, but also most likely "reshape" British Airways' operating model. The carrier could switch from a "constant operation" to inbound and outbound traffic waves.»
LONDON - The British government backs plans for a third Heathrow runway. The airport expects the infrastructure project to stimulate growth beyond greater London, "putting the UK back on the map of at the heart of the global economy". Still, not everybody is in favor of the idea.»
LONDON - London City Airport has submitted an application to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) that would, if approved, enable Airbus A320neo to operate at the the airport. The airport suggests a new approach procedure with a less steep glidescope angle for landing A320neo aircraft.»Discussions on current events and developments in the aviation industry
