London Gatwick Hydrogen Hub – an important first step...
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London Gatwick Hydrogen Hub – an important first step toward possible zero-carbon flights Airbus, easyJet, Air Products, and London Gatwick to work together to establish how hydrogen infrastructure – including to fuel new types of aircraft – could be introduced at the airport. Airbus is developing new short-haul hydrogen powered aircraft – aiming for them to enter commercial service from 2035. London Gatwick is one of several VINCI airports to form a Hydrogen Hub partnership with Airbus. Airbus, easyJet, London Gatwick, and Air Products - one of the world’s largest hydrogen producers -...
London Stansted records busiest ever July
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London Stansted records busiest ever July The start of the peak summer holiday getaway helped London Stansted record its busiest ever July as 2.9 million passengers passed through the terminal. The monthly passenger total was an increase of 3.4% on the same month last year, and the third busiest month in Stansted’s history. July also saw the airport record its busiest ever departure day as nearly 53,000 passengers took to the skies on 26 July, the first Friday of the school holiday. The top destinations in the month were Dublin, Istanbul and Palma de Mallorca, with the most popular...
'In the bag' - quicker security checks at LLA
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'In the bag' - quicker security checks at LLA Passengers travelling through London Luton Airport (LLA) no longer need to remove liquids and electronic items from their bags as they pass through security, following the successful roll-out of next generation security scanners. The completion of the £20 million project positions LLA as one of the first major airports to complete the roll-out in time for the busy summer holidays. With all security lanes at the airport now equipped with state-of-the-art body scanners and CT scanner technology, passengers travelling this summer will benefit...
SunExpress announces new route to Dalaman from Newcastle Airport from summer 2025
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SunExpress announces new route to Dalaman from Newcastle Airport from summer 2025 SunExpress, a joint venture between Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, has announced it will launch a new route to Dalaman and additional flights to Antalya from summer 2025, providing even more choice for passengers from Newcastle Airport. The airline, which was named the Best Leisure Airline in Europe at the Skytrax 2024 World Airline Awards, will operate twice-weekly flights to Dalaman from 4 May 2025. Dalaman is home to beautiful blue flag beaches, including the vibrant Blue Lagoon of Ölüdeniz beach...
LLA opens new Express Drop Off
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LLA opens new Express Drop Off London Luton Airport (LLA) has opened a new Express Drop Off zone to provide an even more convenient option for passengers looking to be dropped off directly in front of the terminal entrance. The new Express Drop Off will operate 24 hours a day, alongside alternative free and paid-for drop off and pick up areas available in LLA’s Terminal Car Park 1 (TCP1), Mid Stay and Long Stay car parks. The Express Drop Off will operate as a cashless and barrier-free system and will be in operation until a new combined drop off/ pick up area is complete, as part of...
Emirates carries three million passengers on Newcastle to Dubai route
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Emirates carries three million passengers on Newcastle to Dubai route Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has reached the 3 million passenger milestone on its Newcastle to Dubai route. The airline currently serves Newcastle with a daily flight, offering customers access to more than 130 destinations via its home and hub, Dubai. Julie Bailey, Emirates’ Regional Sales Manager in the UK, said: “Newcastle is a very important gateway for us in the UK and we’re proud to be marking a new milestone by carrying three million passengers on the route. "Over the past two...
TUI to launch winter 2025 holidays with new Cancun flights from Cardiff
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Tui offer Cancun from Cardiff • Winter ‘25 on sale from 18 July, with holidays up until Easter 2026 available to book • New flights from Cardiff to Cancun available • Biggest ever winter for free kids’ places 18 July 2024: TUI’s winter 2025 holidays will go on sale on 18 July, with more free kids’ places than ever. And with an extended booking window customers can now book their holidays up until Easter 2026, allowing more time to plan their trip and spread the cost. TUI has also added more regional flying options for customers in Wales, with a new fortnightly service from Cardiff to...
Exploring the Top U.S. Cities for Entrepreneurs on the Move
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Exploring the Top U.S. Cities for Entrepreneurs on the Move Thanks to the explosion of digital technology in recent years, it’s now possible to work from virtually anywhere. As a result, digital nomads are on the rise! These modern-day explorers seek destinations that offer a mix of affordability, quality of life, and robust internet connectivity, allowing them to earn an income online while traveling the world. If you have the flexibility of a remote job and like the idea of traveling as a digital nomad for a few months or years, you’re in luck! Forums4Airports shares five of the top...
Loganair delivers birthday surprise to milestone passengers at Glasgow Airport
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Loganair delivers birthday surprise to milestone passengers at Glasgow Airport Loganair, the UK’s largest regional airline, celebrated carrying 1.5 million passengers through Glasgow Airport by surprising a young family with free flights. The Lee family – mum Laura, dad Stan, and 3-year-old aeroplane enthusiast Iver – were travelling to their home in Benbecula from Glasgow after celebrating Laura and Iver’s birthdays with family in Lincolnshire. As the airline’s hub, Loganair connects Scotland’s largest city to some of the country’s most remote locations, including Barra, Benbecula...
EMA ready to build on cargo success
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EMA ready to build on cargo success East Midlands Airport (EMA) is looking to build on its success as the UK’s foremost express air cargo hub. As he prepares to attend Asia's biggest air freight industry event Air Cargo China in June, EMA’s Head of Aviation David Craig outlines why EMA is perfectly placed to benefit from and support the recent boom in e-commerce East Midlands Airport’s cargo operation is already a huge success story, and a study has concluded that it could really start to fly in the years ahead. While many people doubtless see EMA as a medium-sized regional airport...
Jet2 and Jet2holidays launch Jerez and Costa De La Luz from Birmingham
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Jet2 and Jet2holidays launch Jerez and Costa De La Luz from Birmingham Award-winning flights to Jerez (exclusive route) and holidays to Costa de la Luz now on sale for next summer from Birmingham Airport Launch of new destination means holidaymakers across the Midlands can explore the sun-soaked coastal resorts of Costa de la Luz and the cities and villages of southern Spain's Andalusia region Today’s announcement also sees Jet2holidays introduce packages to Costa de la Luz via Faro Airport from Birmingham Airport too! 26th June 2024: Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have added even more...
easyJet launches a new winter route from Birmingham Airport to Finland
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easyJet launches a new winter route from Birmingham Airport to Finland easyJet has announced a new route to Rovaniemi in Finland from Birmingham Airport, meaning six new winter routes are now available from Birmingham. The airline offers more seats to Finland from the UK than any other airline and connects Finland with the most routes, offering 17 from seven countries across Europe Seats from Birmingham to Rovaniemi are now on sale on easyJet.com and the mobile app. easyJet has announced a new winter route from Birmingham Airport to Rovaniemi in Finland, with flights taking off for the...
Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks announce return of popular Iceland programme from Birmingham Airport for Winter 25/26
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Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks announce return of popular Iceland programme from Birmingham Airport for Winter 25/26 Winter 25/56 programme to Iceland put on sale early from Birmingham Airport in response to demand from customers wanting to experience all of Iceland’s natural wonders Flights and city breaks available during the best times to experience the Northern Lights 20th June 2024: Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks have announced details of their once-in-a-lifetime trips to Iceland from Birmingham Airport for Winter 25/26, revealing an exciting programme that is perfectly timed for those...
Hello Halifax!
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Hello Halifax! A third WestJet route has arrived at Edinburgh Airport, with a new summer seasonal service to Halifax starting today (21 June 2024). The Halifax service will run 3 days per week from June 21st until September 4th, operated on a Boeing 737. Flights to the coastal town will allow passengers to explore the region’s rich history and open onward connections to a range of Canadian destinations, thanks to the WestJet network. The route is the third addition for the Canadian airline from Edinburgh Airport, complementing other popular routes to Calgary and Toronto, increasing...
Chaiiwala arrives at London Luton Airport
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Chaiiwala arrives at London Luton Airport London Luton Airport (LLA) is set to offer passengers another exciting new dining option following the arrival of Indian street-food specialist, Chaiiwala. With the LLA terminal already offering a wide range of dining options to cater to the diverse palates of passengers, the arrival of Chaiiwala’s authentic Indian menu further extends the range of global cuisine now available across the airport. The new 1,500sq ft, 30-seat restaurant at LLA marks Chaiiwala’s airport debut and provides passengers with the option to dine in or choose from a...
Planning approval sought for new logistics park near East Midlands Airport
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Planning approval sought for new logistics park near East Midlands Airport Plans to turn land near East Midlands Airport (EMA) into a new hi-tech logistics and manufacturing park as part of the East Midlands Freeport have taken a major step forward. MAG (Manchester Airports Group), which owns and operates EMA, has submitted a planning application to North West Leicestershire District Council detailing the proposals for a site just south of the A453 alongside the airport. If approved, the development could result in more than 2,000 new jobs once fully operational and employ up to 174...
easyJet announces new routes from Newcastle Airport
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easyJet announces new routes from Newcastle Airport to Paris and Lyon as well as more flights to Amsterdam and Geneva easyJet has put its 2024 winter programme on sale, providing passengers from Newcastle Airport with even more choice when travelling to some of Europe’s most popular city break destinations. From 27 October, the airline will operate new flights to Paris, six days a week starting from £26.99* as well as a new weekly service to Lyon from 4 January 2025 with fares starting from £29.99*. The new route to Lyon will provide more options for those planning a ski holiday...
Twenty years of United at Edinburgh Airport
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Twenty years of United at Edinburgh Airport Picture: Edinburgh Airport Edinburgh Airport and United Airlines are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the nonstop service between Edinburgh Airport and New York/Newark. Since its launch in June 2004, the airline has carried more 2.4 million customers on nearly 17,000 flights on this route. The airline’s presence in Edinburgh has gone from strength to strength since, now operating daily year-round flights from Edinburgh to New York/Newark, with flights doubling from once to twice daily during the peak summer season 2024. United also...

Could we see APD devolved to Wales under Labour?

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Anyone who follows me on social media will know that I’m an aviation geek and that I’m very supportive of Wales only international airport - Cardiff Airport – as well as being a pro Welsh independence supporter and someone who is supportive of devolution, which to leads me wonder if we might see APD finally devolved to Wales post 4th July if UK Labour win the election. What is APD? Air Passenger Duty is an excise duty that the UK government levies on every flight departing the UK on aircraft that can seat 20 or more passengers. In Scotland it is called Air Departure Tax. From April 2024...
D-Day role highlighted in 80th anniversary exhibition
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D-Day role highlighted in 80th anniversary exhibition Exeter Airport’s vital role in supporting the allied D-Day invasion of Europe 80 years ago is being highlighted in a two-day public exhibition at the airport. The D-Day 80th anniversary event is being hosted by Chris Wiseman and Jerry Bird on 5 and 6 June, from 11am to 7pm on both days in the airport terminal. Car parking is available for just £2 per day in Car Park 4, and the airport’s Cove Café will open on both days. Chris presents talks about the history of the RAF at Exeter and is also the creator of the RAF Exeter and Exeter...
Newcastle Airport Restaurant Nominated for International Award
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Newcastle Airport Restaurant Nominated for International Award Newcastle Airport is delighted to announce that one of its newest bar and restaurants, Aster & Thyme, has been nominated for a prestigious international award. The Moodie Davitt Report ‘Airport Food and Beverage + Hospitality Awards’ are the world’s only awards that celebrate the best in global airport hospitality. This year, Newcastle Airport’s Aster & Thyme outlet has been nominated in the Airport Bar of the Year category, alongside other outlets in airports including Gatwick, Ontario, Bali, Hong Kong and Dubai. Aster &...
New My Lounge opens at London Luton Airport
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New My Lounge opens at London Luton Airport London Luton Airport (LLA) has opened the doors to a second lounge, further expanding the range of choice available to passengers ahead of the summer. My Lounge, located in LLA’s departure lounge, features a design inspired by loft style living and can accommodate 135 guests. Operated by No1 Lounges, a SwissportALD Holdings company, the lounge is accessible to Priority Pass and Lounge Key cardholders, whilst less frequent travellers can pre-book their visits directly via the No1 website at no1lounges.com. The lounge offers an all-day...
Remembering D-Day and the airfield’s important role on that historic day
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Remembering D-Day and the airfield’s important role on that historic day Millions of people across the world will paused on Thursday 6th June to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. On June 6, 1944, allied forces stormed the beaches of northern France in a bid to retake occupied Europe from the Nazis. London Stansted, George Washington Field, as it was known then, played a significant role during World War Two, no more so than on that day. As the ninth largest US Air Force base in East Anglia, the airfield was home to the 344th Bomb group, known as the 'Silver Streaks'...
Bristol Airport Reaches 10 Million Passenger Milestone
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Bristol Airport Reaches 10 Million Passenger Milestone Bristol Airport has welcomed 10 million passengers (in a consecutive twelve-month period) travelling through the terminal for the first time in its history. In celebration of reaching this major milestone 10 lucky customers were selected at random and were presented with gifts of return airline tickets, retail, catering vouchers and other gifts. Bristol Airport currently offers flights to over 120 direct destinations across 31 countries; alongside offering daily hub services to Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Dublin and Paris which connect...
Birmingham Airport updates liquid rules
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Birmingham Airport updates liquid rules In 2018 all UK airports were advised of new Government legislation for the introduction of new security screening technology. This would allow a change to the rule on electrical items and liquids in hand luggage. This legislation was amended to take into account the delay that Covid brought to the aviation industry and a revised deadline of 1st June 2024 was set as the completion date for the new technology being installed, commissioned and to be used. Instead of just replacing the technology Birmingham Airport took the decision to future proof, by...
A decade of excellence
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A decade of excellence Edinburgh Airport and Qatar Airways are celebrating ten years of the airline operating from Scotland’s busiest airport. The first service between Scotland and Doha, Qatar took place on 28th May 2014 with an initial five weekly flights. It was the first ever direct route between the two countries and carried nearly 90,000 passengers in the first year. Qatar Airways has since more than doubled its Edinburgh operations, now with 14 flights per week, having carried around 1.4m passengers between Scotland and Qatar over the past decade, with more than 292,000...
JetBlue lands at Edinburgh Airport
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JetBlue lands at Edinburgh Airport American airline JetBlue has landed in Scotland for the first time ever as a new daily service between New York and Edinburgh begins. The new direct service will connect Edinburgh Airport to New York JFK throughout the summer until 30 September. The service will operate on an Airbus A321neo. It is JetBlue’s first ever direct service to Scotland and is another addition to Edinburgh Airport’s already extensive North America connectivity. Gordon Dewar, Chief Executive of Edinburgh Airport said: “We are excited to see another new airline and tailfin...
Discovering Shanghai: 10 Unmissable Experiences and Attractions
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Discovering Shanghai: 10 Unmissable Experiences and Attractions Written by: Lucas Demmy This spring, Manchester became the only UK airport outside of London to have a direct flight to China’s most populated city – Shanghai - as Juneyao Airlines’ new service begins. Shanghai is well known as China’s financial capital, but it is increasingly popular with tourists. Many people will visit Shanghai to relish the traditional and modern Chinese culture, historical landmarks, ancient architecture and museums which displays the city’s history. In this article, we gather some of the must-see...
Newcastle International Airport plants 43,567 new trees
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Newcastle International Airport plants 43,567 new trees The most recent phase of our ambitious woodland planting project was completed last month, with 17,000 trees being planted to create an additional 10.42 hectares of woodland – equivalent in size to around 14 football pitches. The new woodland areas created by the planting project will form part of the North East Community Forest (NECF), with funding being provided by the scheme’s ‘Trees for Climate Grant’ and facilitated by Tilhill Forestry, a member of BSW Group. Trees for Climate is a Defra backed grant which is delivered through...
Strong April performance keeps Heathrow on-track for busiest year ever
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Strong April performance keeps Heathrow on-track for busiest year ever Heathrow welcomed 6.7 million passengers in April, bringing the total for the year so far up to 25.2 million. Last month, airport teams welcomed a daily average of 224,000 passengers, while Friday 19 April saw the airfield’s busiest day since October 2019 with 1,337 flights. East Asian and Middle Eastern routes have seen double-digit percentage increases in passengers. A surge in passengers to Delhi and Mumbai has made these the 6th and 8th most popular destinations so far this year with New York, Dubai and Doha...

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