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Ethiopian Airlines suffers fatal accident

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An Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 Max 8 en route from Addis Ababa to Nairobi in Kenya crashed shortly after take-off. It's been confirmed that all 157 people on board (149 passengers and eight crew) have lost their lives. It's said that the pilot reported difficulties and had asked to return to Addis Ababa. This is the second incident involving the 737 Max 8 after a Lion Air aircraft crashed into the sea off Indonesia five months ago killing the 189 people on board. It's very sad news and eveyone's condolences will reach out to the loved ones of those lost. On a personal note my ears...

International Women's Day at Birmingham Airport

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International Women's Day at Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport celebrated International Women’s Day with a series of activities running across the Airport based on the official theme #BalancedforBetter. This year’s #IWD2019 is about raising awareness against bias and taking action for equality, with emphasis being placed on how a gender-balanced world is better for all. To celebrate women’s achievements, Birmingham Airport reached out to some of its most inspiring female employees to share the reasons why International Women’s Day is important to them. A series of videos have been...
Minister launches new ePassport gates at Cardiff Airport
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Minister launches new ePassport gates at Cardiff Airport The latest-technology e-gates have been funded by the Welsh Government. They will permit travellers with biometric passports to bypass manual inspections, allowing for a quicker entry into Wales. Although Cardiff International Airport Ltd (CIAL) was one of the first airports in the UK to introduce e-gate technology, the three original gates were removed by the UK Border Force in 2017 as the initial technology was superseded. UK Government allows ePassport gates to be fitted free of charge by UK Border Force only at airports with...
New deal to grow passenger numbers at Heathrow
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Heathrow and airlines agree new deal to grow passenger numbers Landmark deal on airport charges worth several hundred million pounds heralds a new phase of airport and airline commercial cooperation supporting growth at Heathrow New arrangement would extend current regulatory settlement to 2021 and includes an incentive for airlines to grow passenger numbers Airline moves to fill their existing aircraft could result in further reductions to airport charges and will help unlock affordable growth Heathrow and airlines representing each of the alliances have already signed the agreement...
Fly BMI cease trading citing Brexit as a major contributing factor
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British Midland Regional Limited, the East Midlands-based airline which operates as flybmi, has today announced that it has ceased operations and is filing for administration. Flybmi operates 17 regional jet aircraft on routes to 25 European cities. All flights have been cancelled with effect from today. Customers who booked directly with flybmi should contact their payment card issuer to obtain a refund for flights which have not yet taken place. Customers who have booked flybmi flights via a travel agent or one of flybmi’s codeshare partner airlines are recommended to contact their...

Manchester Airport retains its crown as Best UK Airport

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Manchester Airport retains its crown as Best UK Airport for fifth year in a row Manchester Airport is flying high after being named the UK’s best airport, for a fifth year running, at the Globe Awards hosted by Travel Weekly. The UK’s third largest airport fought off competition from the likes of Heathrow, Liverpool, Gatwick and Birmingham to receive the accolade. The award comes after a strong 2018 for Manchester Airport, which saw it smash its all-time passenger record, as 28.2m people passed through the airport in the calendar year. It also saw Manchester Airport launch a wealth of new...
New long-term partnership announced for London Gatwick
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New long-term partnership announced for London Gatwick Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) has announced a new partnership with VINCI Airports, a leading worldwide airport operator with a network of 46 airports in 12 countries VINCI Airports will take a 50.01% stake in Gatwick GIP will maintain its integral role in the management and ownership of the airport Commenting on the announcement by GIP and VINCI Airports, Gatwick’s Chairman Sir David Higgins, said: “We very much welcome this commitment from VINCI Airports to Gatwick which is a vote of confidence in Gatwick and its future...

Drones ground London Gatwick flights causing disruption to thousands of passengers

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Flights remain grounded at London Gatwick airport due to drone operations close to the airport. There is a Police operation underway to search for the drone and it's operator. Numerous flights have been diverted to other airports. Passengers are advised to contact their airline before travelling to the airport. Flights are not expected to recommence until 19:00 at the earliest. (20.12.18) In a statement from the airport the airport said, "Gatwick Airport’s runway remains closed and all flights are currently suspended following reports of drones flying over Gatwick’s airfield last night...

Manchester Airport reacts to publication of the Government’s Aviation Strategy Green Paper

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Manchester Airport reacts to publication of the Government’s Aviation Strategy Green Paper (17 December 2019), Government published its Aviation Strategy Green Paper, called Aviation 2050: The Future of UK Aviation. The draft strategy, open for public consultation for 16 weeks, is structured around a series of objectives: support growth while tackling environmental impacts help the aviation industry work for its customers build a global and connected Britain/ encourage competitive markets ensure a safe and secure way to travel develop innovation, technology and skills airspace...
NATS installs new digital flight strip system at Bristol Airport
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NATS installs new digital flight strip system at Bristol Airport NATS, the UK’s leading air traffic services provider, has successfully introduced its new Hub and Spoke Electronic Flight Progress Strip (EFPS) system at Bristol Airport. The new system will incorporate the airport’s tower and approach services that handle over 75,000 flights per year carrying more than 8.5 million passengers to destinations across Europe and beyond. The roll-out follows the system’s previous successful implementations at Belfast International, Belfast City and Farnborough Airports when controllers...
Heathrow pays for ‘settled status’ as team welcomes 80m passengers
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Heathrow pays for ‘settled status’ as team welcomes 80m passengers Recognising the service Heathrow colleagues provide, airport pays to settle status of EU nationals in move to reassure colleagues News comes as Heathrow welcomes 80 millionth passenger over a twelve-month period Announcement follows the launch of the Living Wage roadmap which ensures direct suppliers guarantee employees the Living Wage by the end of 2020 As Heathrow today reaches an historic milestone, the airport has announced that it will pay to achieve ‘settled status’ for EU colleagues responsible for welcoming 80...
New passenger scanner uses space technology to speed up airport security
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New passenger scanner uses space technology to speed up airport security A super-sensitive passenger scanner that reveals hidden security threats is being trialled at Cardiff Airport in the UK. The walk-through scanner, which uses space technology to image human body heat, is the result of a collaboration between Sequestim Ltd. and Cardiff University scientists. Computer learning allows the scanner to distinguish between threats and non-threats but without the need for passengers to keep still or remove outer clothing. Globally, around 12 million passengers travel by plane...
Government urged to prioritise infrastructure spending
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The Government should champion investment in regional infrastructure to support economic growth and help eradicate the north-south divide, according to a new report published today. The 32-page report, ‘Investing in the Future’ by the economic consultancy, Metro Dynamics, concludes that the Government should work more closely with regional and city leaders to ensure that economic ambitions of all regions of England are reflected in national priorities. In a series of recommendations, the report says that the Government should explicitly promote the Shared Prosperity Fund for regional...

Birmingham Airport Master Plan 2018

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Birmingham Airport to invest £500 million to grow passengers to 18 million by 2033 The draft Master Plan outlines ambitious plans to grow by 40% to 18 million passengers per year by 2033. Birmingham Airport is opening its plans to the public from today with an extensive consultation that will run to the end of January to seek views from local communities and stakeholders The Plan reaffirms the Airport’s commitment to serve the region and its communities, increasing its contribution to the local economy from £1.5 billion to a forecast £2.1 billion a year and 34,000 jobs in 2033. An...
Gatwick Hosts Employment Fair
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Over 1500 jobs on offer at Gatwick with almost 50 employers exhibiting at the airport’s Job Fair next week Video pod available to practice and build confidence at interviews ‘Yes Chef’ food preparation demonstrations to showcase behind the scenes at a busy restaurant and inspire people into the industry Fashion show will display affordable recycled clothing suitable for interviews Over 1500 jobs are on offer – from almost 50 employers – at the next Gatwick Job Fair, the airport announced today. To support job seekers a video pod will be available to practice and build confidence at...

The future of Domestic UK air travel

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What is the future for UK domestic air travel ? We are not a big country and yet getting around by any form of transportation can prove taxing to say the least ! Our roads are clogged ( don't even mention pot-holes ! ) . Train travel , in my opinion its worse since BR days , more expensive , more packed with shorter trains. It's ok to and from the capital in general for most big towns and cities, but cross country, that's very different, with still scant investment, outside London and SE for getting around. And what of domestic air routes, over the years these seemed to have diminished...

Record month for Malta International Airport

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September traffic grows by 12.8 per cent to reach 706,814 passenger movements More than 27,000 passenger movements recorded on the month’s busiest day September closes off third quarter with more than 2.2 million passenger movements With 706,814 passenger movements recorded, September was yet another busy month in what is proving to be a record-setting summer for Malta International Airport. September was, in fact, the third consecutive month during which more than 700,000 passengers were welcomed by the airport team. September’s traffic brought peak holiday season to a close with more...
Ryanair General Meeting 2018
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Attended the AGM with the media as MOL had to back down and let them in. ATC issues in Portugal, Germany, France and Spain, have had a huge effect on the schedule. Whilst an agreement with the irish union, the company has been advised of strikes in Belguim, Italy, Holland, Portugal and spain next friday (28th) and it looks as if german union staff will also join in. strikes will continue on a monthly or more frequent basis. Ryaanir have lost their court case in the european court on this union issue. whilst they hoped the Irish deal could be dovetailed in other european countries, the...

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