American Airlines' New No. 1 Long-Haul Hub: Dallas/Fort Worth Dethrones Heathrow In 2026
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Revealed: Heathrow Secures New Airline With 13-Hour Nonstop Flights [Map]
It is one of five airlines to join or rejoin Heathrow's map this year. See more here!
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London Heathrow’s Third Runway Expansion 2026: Health and Environmental Impact
The proposed construction of a third runway at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has triggered renewed national debate following an official health and environmental impact assessment warning that up to three million residents could face significant adverse effects. The findings, commissioned by the UK Department for Transport, highlight concerns ranging from air quality and noise pollution […]
Travel Radar•Eve Powell20 Jun
Inside Riyadh Air's 72-Boeing 787 Order & The Slot-Sitting Trick That Got It To Heathrow
Riyadh Air is quickly moving from a mere startup to one of the world's top airlines. Can it challenge the status quo?
Project Sunrise: what Qantas passengers can expect on a heroic 22-hour flight
Now that Qantas has finally confirmed London-Heathrow (LHR) as the first destination for its long-awaited Project Sunrise, focus…
AeroTime•Ian Molyneaux19 JunA
Poll finds strong local support for London Heathrow third runway expansion
Heathrow Airport says a new survey shows significant local backing for its proposed third runway, with 68% of residents living around the airport supporting expansion plans. The poll, conducted by Savanta among more than 9,000 people, found the highest level of support in Slough, where 82% of respondents backed the project. Support was largely driven […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban19 Jun
Qantas Backtracks On London Heathrow First Lounge: It Was All Fake Hype
In early 2023, Qantas announced plans to expand its network of first class lounges, by opening a new location in London. Qantas’ first class lounges are exceptional, so this is something that many of us were very excited about. There’s now an update, as this lounge is no longer in the cards. Not only that, but I think it has to be mentioned how there wasn’t actually any plan all along, and this was all fake hype, best I can tell.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig19 Jun
Heathrow expansion takes major step forward as government publishes draft National Policy Statement
The UK government's publication of a draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement has been welcomed by Heathrow Airport
Airline Routes & Ground Services•Eddie Saunders18 JunAN
Qantas Confirms October 2027 Launch Date for Historic Nonstop Sydney to London Flights
Aviation News – Qantas has officially locked in the launch timeline for its highly anticipated nonstop service connecting Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport and London Heathrow Airport....
Qantas selects London-Heathrow for A350-1000ULR Project Sunrise launch
Qantas has selected London as the destination to launch its first Project Sunrise flight using a custom-built ultra-endurance…
AeroTime•Ian Molyneaux17 Jun
Heathrow Turns 80: Record May Day Shows Strong Travel Demand
Heathrow Airport celebrated its 80th birthday in May with clear signs of robust passenger demand as the UK’s busiest airport gears up for the busy summer season.
AviationSource News•Len Varley15 JunTR
Far Eastern Travel from the UK Grows Rapidly
Data from the UK’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) shows the route between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) has grown quicker than any other major UK flight path. The route between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) was second on the list, showing a widespread growth in […]
Travel Radar•Billy Stack15 Jun
Riyadh Air Completes First Commercial Flight on Brand New Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to Heathrow
Riyadh Air, the Kingdom’s new national carrier, celebrated its first commercial (maiden) flight operated on its brand-new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, which arrived in Riyadh from Boeing only five days earlier on June 5. The daily service, flight RX401, departed from Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport (RUH) for London Heathrow (LHR) marking a major milestone in the airline’s evolution and beginning a new era of travel and connectivity for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Riyadh Air alters Heathrow full-service launch date, opens sales to more cities
Riyadh Air has altered the launch date of its first full-service flight to London-Heathrow Airport (LHR) just weeks…
AeroTime•Ian Molyneaux8 JunA
Heathrow feels Middle East pain
LONDON - Fallout from the war in Iran dents traffic at London Heathrow Airport. April passenger numbers at Europe's biggest airport decreased by five percent year on year to 6.7 million, "reflecting the ongoing impact of the Middle East conflict on some markets and short-term adjustments to travel plans".
aero.uk13 MayA
Heathrow airports awaits "clarity" on regulatory model
LONDON - Heathrow airport approved new investment to begin work on a planning application for a third runway, marking a "significant step forward" for one of Britain's most important growth project. The airport expects several key decisions from authorities over the next few months.
aero.uk16 JanA
Heathrow airport records busiest year ever
LONDON - Heathrow closed out 2025 in record-breaking style in December. Passenger numbers for the year surpassed 84 million for the first time ever.
aero.uk16 Jan
British Airways Club Suite Business Class, London Heathrow to New York JFK
We walk you through the highlights of British Airways' new suite-style business class. How does it compare against the older Club World cabin? And is it worth your time / dollars / points / miles? Read to find out.
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British Airways launches year-round Heathrow–Guernsey route
British Airways is making a welcome return to Guernsey, announcing a new year-round, daily direct service from London Heathrow beginning April 2026. The move, officially revealed on 21 November 2025, ...
Fresh Aviation•Fresh Aviation3 Dec 2025A
Heathrow can proceed with plans for 3,500m new runway
LONDON - Heathrow submitted "shovel-ready proposals" for a privately financed third runway, capable of flights taking off within a decade. The "once-in-a-generation" redesign of the runway and terminal system of Europe's biggest aviation hub just received a government nod - and faces British Airways scrutiny.
aero.uk28 Nov 2025