The chief executive of Gatwick Airport, Stewart Wingate, has issued a stark warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, urging her not to undermine the airport’s expansion plans by raising taxes. This
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Jet2, the UK’s largest package holiday operator and third biggest airline by passenger numbers, has announced anticipated profits will be at the lower end of analysts’ forecasts, as the trend
The civil aerospace sector faces a lengthy road to recovery due to supply chain turmoil following the Covid19 pandemic with the International Air Transport Association Iata warning that pre pandemic
Heathrow Airport’s long-debated third runway project has returned to the national spotlight, with government backing and not one but two ambitious proposals vying for approval. The official plan, recently resubmitted
EasyJet is on course to achieve record profits this year, though several challenges threaten to impact its final performance. The airline, which has seen its stock rally in recent months,
Wizz Air has announced its decision to cease operations from its Abu Dhabi hub following a series of operational and financial challenges. The low-cost airline, which recently suspended flights due
London’s Heathrow Airport has unveiled plans to raise landing fees by 17%, triggering strong opposition from major airlines concerned about increased costs being passed on to passengers. The proposed increase,
Ground handling staff at major UK airports are receiving financial incentives for identifying passengers with oversized bags on easyJet flights, according to internal communications revealed today. Swissport employees at seven
European regulators are poised to implement sweeping changes to airline pricing structures, potentially prohibiting carriers from charging passengers for cabin baggage and family seating arrangements. The landmark proposal, endorsed by
The aviation sector is grappling with mounting challenges as geopolitical tensions force carriers to navigate an increasingly complex web of restricted airspace. British Airways’ recent cancellation of flights to Dubai
In a significant move towards modernising the UK’s border control systems, more than 9,000 European airline staff are undergoing specialised training to verify visa documentation at departure gates. This strategic
Ryanair, Europe’s largest budget airline, has announced a new policy imposing a £500 fine on passengers deemed disruptive and subsequently removed from flights. The airline described this as the “minimum”
Virgin Australia is set to return to the Australian Stock Exchange five years after collapsing into administration. The airline, founded by Sir Richard Branson, plans to relist with a valuation
Economy-class seating on aircraft has been woefully neglected since the 1990s, according to Sir Tim Clark, president of Emirates airline. Speaking at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) conference in
Ryanair, alongside other budget airlines such as easyJet and Wizz Air, is facing increasing scrutiny over its controversial hand luggage and seat reservation charges. Campaigners and consumer groups are calling
EasyJet is taking decisive steps to strengthen its competitive edge in the budget airline market by replacing 80 of its ageing Airbus A319 jets with more modern and efficient models.
