Rocket company granted licence to launch from Scotland A GERMAN rocket company has been granted a launch licence by UK regulators, as it plans to blast off from Shetland early next year ... The National (Scotland) · Oct 1
Rocket company granted licence to launch from UK HyImpulse passed a review process with the Civil Aviation Authority that means it can launch from SaxaVord on Shetland early next year. Evening Standard · Oct 1
UK Air Traffic Control Hit by Second Fault in Two Weeks as 25,000 Ryanair Passengers Face Delays A fault at NATS's Prestwick control centre disrupted more than 25,000 Ryanair passengers, delayed flights across northern Britain and led to at least 227 UK cancellations. International Business Times UK · Sep 21
Amazon delivery drones set for UK expansion after successful trial Vice-president of Prime Air said the advantages of a drone over a van are ‘really simple’ The Independent UK · Sep 11
Amazon ‘on precipice’ of expanding drone deliveries after limited UK launch The US tech giant started flights to a small area from its base in Darlington in February. Evening Standard · Sep 11
Fury as passengers hit by UK flight chaos 'unlikely to get compensation' Airlines are unlikely to have to pay out as the incident is expected to be put down to ‘extraordinary circumstances’ under passenger rights rules Evening Standard · Sep 9
Flight chaos that left thousands stranded and could cost aviation industry £70m ‘was avoidable’ Downing Street said the government still had confidence in the boss of National Air Traffic Services, Martin Rolfe The Independent UK · Sep 9
Heathrow Ground Stop Adds Fresh Travel Misery as NATS Fault Hits UK Airports A NATS flight-processing fault halted departures at Heathrow. It disrupted UK airports, forcing hundreds of cancellations and delays across Europe. International Business Times UK · Sep 8
Heathrow passengers to pay higher fares as airport recoups expansion costs The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) announced it has allowed Heathrow Airport Limited (HAL) to recoup £320 million The Independent UK · Jul 29
NZ’s regional air routes are under pressure. Is more government intervention the answer? Air New Zealand’s concerning recent moves to cut some regional flights have come on the back of soaring jet fuel prices. But they also highlight a deeper problem that has been worsening for years. The Conversation · Jul 13
The Latest: Israel and Iran trade fire in most serious confrontation since April ceasefire Israel and Iran have exchanged fire, marking the first such incident since a ceasefire two months ago AAP · Jun 8
Thailand updates power bank rules for air travellers The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand has announced new regulations on air travellers with power banks, setting device capacity limits and banning them in checked baggage, among other restrictions. Bangkok Post · Jun 5
Thailand updates power bank rules for air travellers The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand has announced new regulations on air travellers with power banks, setting device capacity limits and banning them in checked baggage, among other restrictions. Bangkok Post · Jun 4
Heathrow expansion could be delivered by rival company, regulator says The Civil Aviation Authority announced that an alternative developer model is among four shortlisted options. Evening Standard · May 15
The Independent UK · May 7 Amazon becomes first UK retailer to begin drone deliveries New drone can deliver to 7.5 mile area around Darlington in less than 2 hours
Evening Standard · May 4 Which London airports are the worst for flight delays? The UK’s worst airports for flight delays have been ranked
The Independent UK · Mar 31 Heathrow airport passenger charges to rise under new proposals The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has proposed new caps on the average charge Heathrow Airport can levy on airlines for the five years from 2027 to 2031. The proposed mid-point charge of £28.80 per passenger represents a 1% increase over the current £28.40, but is significantly lower than Heathrow's request…
The Independent UK · Mar 29 Watch: Drone strikes hit Kuwait Airport as blaze breaks out Kuwait International Airport was hit by multiple drone strikes on Saturday (28 March), causing major damage to its radar system, the country’s Civil Aviation Authority said.
The Independent UK · Jan 28 This airport had the highest number of cancellations in the UK last year More than three per cent of flights were disrupted at the worst performing hub
The Independent UK · Jan 13 Amazon starts drone flights in ‘next step’ for UK delivery service The US tech giant said it has begun ‘a limited number of flights’ from its Darlington test centre
The Independent UK · Jan 11 Colombian singer Yeison Jiménez among six killed in plane crash after tragic final post All six people on board died when private aircraft crashed in Colombia, authorities say
The Independent UK · Dec 2, 2025 The UK’s airports brace for busiest Christmas period in history The Civil Aviation Authority said passenger numbers for December are forecast to exceed records
The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2025 What medical conditions can airlines reasonably ask a passenger about? Plane Talk: As a former BBC editor is denied boarding due to his lack of a medical note, the health requirements for flying appear to be under scrutiny
International Business Times UK · Oct 28, 2025 What Happened to Eastern Airways? UK Airline Axes All Flights Amid Chaos Easter Airways filed a notice of intention to appoint an administrator as profits fall and debts continue to rise
Evening Standard · Sep 25, 2025 Reform of airspace changes planned after PM’s growth plea The Civil Aviation Authority said it has launched a consultation on plans to make the UK’s airspace change process ‘more proportionate’.