United Kingdom aviation news. 1062 news related to United Kingdom (GB)

Solutions for the aviation of tomorrow: Liebherr at Farnborough Airshow 2026

Efforts to increase fuel efficient aircraft operation and an increasing demand for digital solutions are two main drivers for the aviation industry’s – a substantial transformation process that will affect the entire value chain for the benefit of the development of next-generation aircraft with advanced aerodynamic designs and innovative propulsion systems. Through its investments int...

Do228 NXT Demonstrator makes international trade fair debut at Farnborough International Airshow 2026

General Atomics AeroTec Systems will showcase the brand-new Do228 NXT Demonstrator aircraft at the Farnborough International Airshow (July 20–24, 2026) in Great Britain, marking the aircraft's first presentation on the international stage. This appearance follows the aircraft's official Roll-Out and highly successful public debut at ILA Berlin in June 2026. Farnborough Internation...

P2012 Traveller enters into service on Stornoway - Benbecula PSO

Tecnam and Airtask Group successfuly introduced Tecnam P2012 Traveller (registration G-CMCY) onto the Stornoway to Benbecula Public Service Obligation route. Leased to Airtask Group, the aircraft officially entered active service in April 2026, marking a new era of reliability and enhanced passenger experience for the Scottish communities relying on this vital link. Transitioning regiona...

How landing pad design could reduce noise for futuristic vertical air taxis

Perforated landing pads could significantly reduce the noise of delivery drones and electric aircraft during take-off and landing, new research by the University of Bristol has found. As electric air taxis move from the realm of science fiction to reality, the study, published in Applied Acoustics this week, could influence the design of landing pads to help these futuristic vertica...

3 decades of evolution in private jet catering - interview with Daniel Robinson from Niche & Bespoke & Deluxe Catering

Even today, quite a few people still have preconceived notions about the business aviation industry. The same is true when it comes to in-flight catering for private flights. Personally, I prefer to talk to the service providers, ask lots of questions, and get a very clear picture of the subject. I had the pleasure of speaking with Daniel Robinson from Niche & Bespoke & Deluxe Caterin...

Gulfstream G300 and G400 make their European debut in Farnborough

Gulfstream Aerospace marked the European debut of the Gulfstream G300 and Gulfstream G400, bringing two of the company’s newest next-generation aircraft to customers and industry leaders at its exclusive Discover the Difference event in Farnborough, England. The event features a full-scale mock-up of the G300 alongside one of the three G400 flight test aircraft, giving customers an imme...

The countdown begins: tickets now live for Air Charter Expo – ACE’26

The Air Charter Association is announcing tickets for Air Charter Expo – ACE’26 are now officially on sale. Taking place on Tuesday 8 September 2026, ACE is a partnership between The ACA, Business Air News and London Biggin Hill Airport. Air Charter Expo has seen consistent growth over the years, with last year’s event setting new records, drawing over 2,000 attendees, 10...

First UK-built Islander passes 75% completion at Bembridge, on schedule for delivery

Britten-Norman has confirmed that first new Islander to be produced through its fully reshored UK production line has reached 75% completion at the company’s Bembridge facility on the Isle of Wight, with final assembly scheduled in the coming weeks. The aircraft, contracted to the Falkland Islands Government Air Service (FIGAS), will be the first to be delivered from the new Bembridge line....

London Biggin Hill Airport launches inclusive trial for Runway 03 Instrument Approach

All suitably equipped aircraft and operators can now fly the new Instrument Approach to London Biggin Hill Airport’s Runway 03, as the Civil Aviation Authority authorised trial moves to its full trial phase. The satellite-based approach delivers more predictable and reliable arrivals and strengthens operational resilience at the airport. The procedure enables aircraf...

Disabled people to take to the skies from Doncaster Sheffield Airport

Up to 50 people with disabilities will get the chance to soar the skies of South Yorkshire thanks to a partnership between Doncaster Sheffield Airport and Aerobility - a charity making aviation more accessible. Later this month, Aerobility will operate two adapted light aircraft over four days from Doncaster Sheffield Airport. The charity, which transforms lives by enabling people with d...

Luxaviation UK introduces Gulfstream G550 to fleet

Luxaviation UK is expanding its charter fleet with the addition of a Luxembourg‑registered Gulfstream G550. Available for charter, the aircraft will be based between the South of France and Istanbul, and operated by Luxaviation UK, servicing key routes across Europe and the Middle East. With the ability to fly non-stop between destinations such as London – Los Angeles or Paris – T...

Wi-Fly update! Virgin Atlantic accelerates Starlink rollout for take-off

Virgin Atlantic announced an accelerated rollout of Starlink, the fastest Wi-Fi in the sky, as the airline gears up to introduce free, high-speed WiFi across its entire fleet, helping customers bring their world onboard from take-off to landing. Virgin Atlantic will begin introducing Starlink connectivity onboard its Airbus A350 fleet from May, with&nb...