United States Air Force (USAF) B1-B supersonic bombers have started to arrive at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire as tensions in the Middle East continue to rise and the bombing on Iran by the US intensifies. The first aircraft arrived this evening with sources saying up to 6 aircraft are expected [read more]
Cargo flights to China are set to begin from Teesside International Airport after a landmark agreement secured a major new long-haul freight link, delivering a significant boost to regional trade and international connectivity. UK-based global air freight carrier European Cargo has confirmed it will establish a new operational base at Teesside Airport Business Park [read more]
The aviation analytics firm Cirium has reviewed scheduled flights and cancellation data between the UK and the Middle East, revealing widespread disruption as airspace closures continue across parts of the region. Despite the ongoing situation, 74 flights are scheduled to depart from the UK to Middle Eastern destinations today (2 March), representing 24,705 [read more]
International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways and Aer Lingus, has reported record financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025, highlighting sustained demand for air travel and setting out ambitious fleet and network plans – including the deployment of new Boeing 787s at London Gatwick. [read more]
Turkish Airlines has marked a significant milestone in its long history with the unveiling of its 500th aircraft, a landmark moment for the carrier that began operations in 1933 with just five aircraft. The new addition to the fleet, an Airbus A350 named TK Family, joined the airline at the end of [read more]
Regional carrier expands island network with new UK, Irish and French services for summer 2026 Loganair has unveiled plans to strengthen connectivity from Jersey with the launch of four new direct routes to Norwich, East Midlands Airport, Dublin and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. The services, which go on sale today, represent a significant expansion of the airline’s [read more]
British Airways Helicopters occupies a unique place in the annals of UK aviation history. Although the company ceased operations nearly four decades ago, its role in shaping helicopter services — from scheduled passenger flights to offshore oil support — remains a fascinating chapter in British civil aviation. Origins and Early [read more]
Welsh Government owned Cardiff Airport (CWL/EGFF) is locked in a Tribunal, which started today, where it must defend the £205.2 million subsidy it received from the Welsh Labour Government in April 2025. The case has been brought by regional rival Bristol Airport (BRS/EGGD) which says the size of the subsidy [read more]
Data from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has unveiled the most complained about airlines operating from the UK and top of the list may, or may not surprise you. In the months from Mid 2024 to Spring 2025 the CAA says that it received over 43,000 complaints about UK airlines [read more]
Southeast Asian carrier Air Cambodia has placed its largest ever single-aisle airliner order with US OEM Boeing for up to 20 737 Max airliners. The deal was announced at the Singapore Airshow and consisted of a firm order for 737 Max8 jets and options for a further 10. Air Cambodia [read more]
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