Heathrow Airport News
Heathrow traffic falls below 2020 levels
The London airport welcomed just 19.4 million passengers last year, less than one quarter of the figure seen in 2019 and below even 2020 levels.
UK aviation sector shrinks under Covid-19 pressure
New figures from Cirium have revealed a sharp contraction in the UK aviation sector in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. The number of outbound flights fell by 71 per cent this year.
Full aviation recovery still years away, says Heathrow
Heathrow has said passenger numbers were 60 per cent lower in November than before the Covid-19 pandemic. There was, however, an increase in numbers when compared to last year.
Heathrow reopens dedicated Covid-19 red list terminal
From today, Terminal 4 will act as a separate arrivals facility, keeping direct red list arrivals away from passengers in all other operational terminals.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Radisson RED London Heathrow
Radisson RED London Heathrow is a short drive from Heathrow Airport, making it an ideal option for guests looking for a relaxing stay before or after their holiday. Here Maria Korelina finds out more for Breaking Travel News
Heathrow begins rebuilding team following pandemic cuts
Heathrow has begun recruiting for over 600 new frontline roles as the restart of transatlantic travel and easing of international restrictions boosts confidence in the aviation sector.
Heathrow continues on path to recovery
Relaxation of travel rules ahead of half-term unleashed pent up demand in October, the airport said, with close to 100,000 travellers a day using the terminals.
Heathrow takes first steps on long road to recovery
Heathrow experienced its first full quarter of passenger growth since 2019 in the three months to September, underscoring strong pent-up demand for travel.
CAA unveils Heathrow price control proposals
This rules will ultimately set the maximum rate the airport operator can charge its airline customers for using the facility for the next five years.
Heathrow Airport renews NATS partnership
Heathrow Airport has extended its strategic partnership with air traffic services company, NATS. The extension will see the current contract run through to 2030.
Heathrow calls for sustainable fuel focus from UK government
Ahead of the COP26 summit in the UK, Heathrow urged the UK government to show leadership by putting the policies in place to scale up the production of sustainable aviation fuels.
British Airways operates carbon neutral demonstration flight
The short flight - British Airways BA1476 from London Heathrow to Glasgow Airport - was powered directly by sustainable aviation fuel, provided by BP.