Josie May
Ampaire begins electric aircraft trials
US tech firm Ampaire, a specialist in hybrid electric aircraft, launches demonstration flights between Exeter and Newquay airports this week
Gatwick unveils Northern Runway plans
Bringing its existing Northern Runway into routine use will create more than 18,000 jobs and secure the airport’s future, says the London hub
IATA Travel Pass now accepts UK and EU Covid documents
The association is urging the WHO to implement a global digital vaccine standard to help with the verification process
Ryanair and Wizz Air expand Swedish operations
The low cost carriers are expected to introduce further services to their winter schedules
Flughafen Wien Group hits pandemic passenger high
Airport operator Flughafen Wien Group has reported a substantial rise in passenger volumes at all three of its hubs last month, following a difficult six months
BER opens new food outlet
The new store allows passengers to dine on the terrace overlooking the main entrance, with a selection of breakfast and lunch options
CPH releases 2021 six-month report
The airport has experienced significant job and financial losses throughout the first half of this year, with plans to keep its place as a central hub in Northern Europe
Hamburg Airport voted best regional hub in Europe
This is the sixth consecutive year that the German base has been granted this recognition by Skytrax
DXB prepares for surge is passenger traffic
The sudden increase could be due to the easing of international travel restrictions, making it easier for people from Asia and Africa to enter the UAE
Heathrow feels effects of eased travel restrictions
The London hub saw its highest intake of passengers last month since March 2020, however it says there is still a long way to go
ACI publishes half year passenger figures
Data from January-June reveals severe losses for airports across the EU, with the preliminary July numbers increasing momentum
Bristol Airport launches decarbonisation fund
The programme is set to support future research surrounding net zero initiatives conducted by local organisations