New RAF Atlas transport aircraft capable of lifting 37-ton payload arrives in UK
The United Kingdom’s newest Royal Air Force (RAF) Atlas transport aircraft has landed at the Brize Norton station…
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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
Cases of air rage, fights and unruly behavior on flights have tripled since 2019
Incidents of air rage, fights and disruptive behavior on flights tripled in 2022 according to UK airlines. Figures shared…
Germany declines to participate in Ukraine jet alliance
Germany has declined to participate in the international coalition agreement to provide Ukraine with F-16 fighter jets or…
US unwilling to see Ukrainian pilots train on F-16 despite Europe’s readiness
While several leaders in Europe have expressed their eagerness to deliver F-16s fighters and train pilots from Ukraine…
Last surviving 1950s Blackburn Beverley airlifter in danger of being scrapped
In its prime the Blackburn B-101 Beverley heavy transport aircraft was one of the largest aircraft flown by…
UK provides Storm Shadow long-range missiles to Ukraine ahead of offensive: CNN
In a move aimed at bolstering the capabilities of Ukrainian forces ahead of a potential counter-offensive, the United…
Coronation of King Charles III: discover the 68 aircraft set to join the flypast
[Ed. note: At the end, due to the weather conditions, with rain and low clouds over Central London,…
New British long-haul carrier Himalaya Jet meets with Boeing
Executives from Himalaya Jet, a new long-haul carrier based in the United Kingdom, have met with Boeing to…
London mayor opposes expansion of weekend flights at City Airport
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, is not backing extending the hours that London-City Airport (LCY) can operate…
Gold bars worth $4.8M ‘owned’ by South American drug cartels seized at Heathrow
The UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) has seized gold bars worth over $4.8 million at London-Heathrow Airport (LHR).…
BA pilot dies shortly before he was due to captain Airbus flight to Heathrow
A British Airways pilot collapsed and died at the crew hotel shortly before he was due to captain…
RAF jets scrambled to escort plane cause sonic boom over UK: video
A sonic boom that was heard over large parts of central England was caused by Royal Air Force…
Saudi Arabia to study the possibility of joining Tempest development
Saudi Arabia has signed a partnership agreement with the United Kingdom to explore the possibility of joining the…
Lufthansa poster banned in UK for ‘misleading advertising’
A Lufthansa poster advertising the airline’s green credentials has been banned by the Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) in…
Korean Air buyout of Asiana cleared by UK with Virgin Atlantic set to benefit
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has given the merger between Korean Air and Asiana its approval.The…
Airline’s 1M passenger given free flights for life after boarding plane
A passenger who boarded a flight at Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) has been given free flights for…
Rescue deal for Flybe fails to find new buyer despite ‘significant interest’
The administrators of Flybe Limited have confirmed it has not been possible to find a buyer for the…
United Kingdom to train Ukraine’s pilots ahead of fighter deliveries
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced that Ukrainian fighter pilots will be trained in the United Kingdom. The announcement…