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The United Kingdom (UK) holds a significant position in the global aviation industry. Home to some of the world’s oldest airlines and aerospace manufacturers, the UK plays a crucial role in aircraft manufacturing, airline operations, and air traffic management. The country boasts a large domestic aviation market and serves as a major international aviation hub connecting Europe with the rest of the world.
Key Facts
- Airlines headquartered: British Airways, easyJet, Jet2, Virgin Atlantic
- Major airports: London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), Manchester Airport (MAN)
- Aerospace manufacturers: Rolls-Royce Holdings, BAE Systems, Airbus UK
- Aviation regulator: Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)
- Air traffic control provider: NATS Holdings
Ryanair welcomes UK union approval of post-COVID pay deal
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UK cancels Mosquito Loyal Wingman project
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Norse Atlantic Airways UK applies for US foreign air carrier permit
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Heathrow records busiest month since March 2020, reopens Terminal 4
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Heathrow to reopen Terminal 4 after two years of closure
London Heathrow airport will reopen Terminal 4 on June 14, 2022, two years after it was closed due…
Ryanair faces backlash after giving South African passengers Afrikaans test
Low-cost airline Ryanair has announced that it will require South African travelers aiming to enter the United Kingdom…
Spitfires and Red Arrows: Queen’s Jubilee to be marked with 70-aircraft flypast
If you’re in London on June 2, 2022, then you’re in for a treat. 70 aircraft, including Spitfires,…
Virgin Atlantic allows flight attendants to display arm tattoos
Virgin Atlantic will allow cabin crew to display tattoos on their arms, becoming the first British airline to…
What was it like to work as a flight attendant on Concorde?
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The United Kingdom Ministry of Defence announced it will help secure the airspace of Qatar during the FIFA…
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Airbus is planning to set up a Zero Emission Development Centre (ZEDC) in the United Kingdom to further…
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The number of passengers flying in and out of British airports totaled 31.4 million in the first quarter…
UK Ministry of Defence launches helicopter fleet replacement tender
The British Ministry of Defence launched a tender for the procurement of up to 44 New Medium Helicopters…
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ZeroAvia and Shell to develop aircraft hydrogen refueling site in US
Hydrogen-electric aircraft developer ZeroAvia will work with Shell, one of the world‘s largest oil companies, to design and…
easyJet to cut A319 seat capacity to fly with fewer crew
easyJet will reduce its Airbus A319 aircraft capacity in order to fly with fewer cabin crew members. The…
UK to provide Ukraine with cargo drones
Ukraine’s latest military support package will include cargo drones, United Kingdom authorities have announced. “The package includes electronic warfare…