Luton airport expansion secures government consent despite examiner’s objection
London Luton’s expansion plan has obtained UK government planning approval, despite a formal recommendation that consent should be withheld.
Norway completes F-35 fleet, as its last two jets are delivered
Norway has taken delivery of its last two Lockheed Martin F-35As, marking the completion of its fighter fleet modernisation activity.
Emerald ATR 72 nose-wheel loss inquiry points to improper maintenance
UK investigators believe bearing overheat led to a nose-wheel being shed from an ATR 72-500 on departure from Edinburgh in October 2023, but the reason behind the failure could not be determined.
UK government pledges £20 million to spur eVTOL and UAV industries
The UK government has confirmed over £20 million in funding as part of a push to pave the way for electric air taxi use from 2028.
Wizz Air sets ‘customer first’ objective with three-year transformation plan
Budget carrier Wizz Air is rolling out a new three-year investment programme intended to prioritise customer service across its operation.
Heathrow chief Woldbye defends decision to close airport during power outage
London Heathrow airport chief Thomas Woldbye has defended the decision to close the hub after it suffered a substantial loss electrical power on 21 March.
Airbus sees no A350 delivery impact after fire halts fuselage section work at Illescas
Airbus believes there will be no impact on A350 aircraft deliveries after a fire damaged equipment at its Illescas plant south of Madrid.
Zurich airport operator plans noise fee hike to encourage fleet renewal
Zurich airport’s operator is to introduce a new noise classification by 2027, and implement adjustments to landing fees for the noisiest aircraft.
EasyJet adds three bases as it begins summer schedule
EasyJet has opened bases at London Southend, Milan Linate and Rome Fiumicino airports as it plots moderate capacity growth this summer.
Il-114-300 prototypes fly formation as third aircraft joins test fleet
United Aircraft has flown its latest prototype airframe of the twin-turboprop Ilyushin Il-114-300, bringing the flight-test fleet to three aircraft.