Latest Airport Operations News
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Vietnam: Long Thanh International Airport Conducts First Calibration Flight
A Beechcraft King Air 300 aircraft has carried out its first test flight at Long Thanh International Airport, expected to open in 2026.
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Lyon Airport Achieves Net Zero Emissions
VINCI Airports has announced that Lyon Airport (LYS) has officially achieved net zero emissions.
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Australia: WSI to Undertake Emergency Exercise Testing
Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI) has announced the undertaking of a multiagency emergency exercise this Octobe…
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FAA Certifies First United Mainline Starlink-Equipped Aircraft
The FAA has certified United's first mainline Starlink-equipped aircraft, with the first commercial flight now planned for 15 October.
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Chicago Department of Aviation Unveils New Tools to Reduce Travel Stresses
The CDA has unveiled a number of new tools designed to reduce travel stresses and improve experiences for neurodivergent passengers.
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FAA Extends Restrictions on Newark Liberty Operations Until October 2026
The FAA has further extended the restrictions on flight operations at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
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Air India Outlines Operations Plan for Navi Mumbai International Airport
The Air India Group has confirmed its operational plans for the new Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) opening this year.
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Heathrow Hits 8 Million Passenger Milestone in August
Heathrow Airport hit a new milestone with the processing of 8 million passengers in a single month this August.
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easyJet to Open New Newcastle Base One Week Early in 2026
easyJet will open its new three-aircraft Newcastle base a week earlier than initially planned, with flights now available from 22 March 2026…
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Fiji: Alstef to Modernise Baggage Handling System at NAN
The Alstef Group has been chosen to overhaul & modernise Nadi International Airport's baggage handling system.
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Denver International Airport Awarded #1 Green Fleet of 2025 Status
Denver International Airport (DEN) has been awarded the #1 Green Fleet of 2025 Award by the NAFA Fleet Management Association.
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Air Baltic to Offer Direct Flights to Riga from March 2026
Air Baltic has announced it will begin offering direct scheduled flights between Riga, Latvia and Oulu, Finland, from March 2026.
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Houston’s Bush Airport Opens New Integrated Coordination Centre
Houston’s George Bush Airport (IAH) has opened a new Integrated Coordination Centre for airport operations, security and emergency response.
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American Airlines Receives 1,000th Mainline Aircraft
American Airlines received its 1,000th mainline aircraft, a Boeing 787-9 fitted with the airline's Flagship Suite seats.
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UAE: DCAA Launches Digital Security Screener Licensing System
The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority has launched a Digital Security Screener Licensing System for Security Screeners across airports in Dubai…
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UK: Exeter Airport Unveils New Virtual Tour
Exeter Airport (EXT) has launched a new virtual tour that seeks to provide assistance for those in need of accessible air travel.
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Arka Reveals Airports Most Likely to Lose Your Luggage
New research released by Arka has revealed which airports across the globe are most likely to lose your luggage.
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UK: CAA Reports Major Aviation Growth Between April & June
A new report from the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has found that aviation in the UK has seen major growth in 2025.
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Menzies Aviation Acquires G2 Secure Staff
Menzies Aviation has completed its acquisition of G2 Secure Staff rendering it the largest independent aviation services provider in the US.
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Vienna Airport Reports 2025 Freight Handling Increase
Vienna Airport has reported a freight handling increase of 9% during the first six months of 2025 when compared to last year.
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NATS Improves Punctuality and Cuts Emissions with New Heathrow Separation Standard
NATS has seen improvements in carbon emissions, punctuality, and operational resilience at Heathrow with a new aircraft separation standard.
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Gatwick Airport to Face Delays as Screeners Strike in August
Gatwick Airport (LGW) is preparing for delays as baggage screeners plan to strike over pay later this month (August 2025).
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Civil Aviation Authority Publishes Study on Safe eVTOL Integration
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has released a new study focusing on how future eVTOL aircraft can be safely integrated into UK airspace.
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UK: Heathrow Airport Achieves Seventh Month of Punctuality Success
London's Heathrow Airport (LHR) has achieved its seventh consecutive month as the most punctual hub in Europe.