British Airways becomes the first UK airline to introduce two next-generation real-time weather apps
British Airways will become the first UK airline to roll out two next-generation weather apps, to provide pilots and the airline’s flight planning teams access to real-time weather data, allowing them to better plan and mitigate the impact of weather on any intended flight route, in the moment. Currently, teams rely on manually produced weather […]
UK nombra a 10 nuevos embajadores de la aviación
En una iniciativa pionera para inspirar a la próxima generación de profesionales de la aviación, Anthony Browne, ministro de Aviación en Reino Unido (UK), anunció el nombramiento de 10 nuevos embajadores del sector. Con designaciones que van desde un influencer de TikTok, que se especializa en mostrar la vida detrás de escena en los aeropuertos, […]
Travellers will not need to show passports to enter UK in new trial
“Smart” passport gates that allow travellers to cross the UK border without showing a passport could be trialled as early as this year. According to The Times, Phil Douglas, director-general of the UK Border Force, is aiming for “much more frictionless facial recognition than we currently do”. The aim is to upgrade the current eGates […]
UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme to be in place by end of 2024
The Home Office has outlined plans for the rollout of the UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme by 2025. The scheme will require all visitors to the UK who do not need a visa for short stays to apply for an ETA in advance. This will include travellers from Europe, as well as other nations […]
British Airways, LanzaJet and Nova Pangaea Technologies move one step closer to large-scale production of sustainable aviation fuel in the UK
British Airways, LanzaJet and Nova Pangaea Technologies have signed an agreement that will accelerate their ground-breaking Project Speedbird initiative to develop cost-effective sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for commercial use in the UK. As part of the agreement, British Airways’ parent company IAG, is investing in the project to support the next phase of development work […]
First ever net zero transatlantic flight to take to the skies in 2023
World’s first net-zero emissions transatlantic flight could be delivered by the UK government and industry as early as next year, ushering in a new era of guilt-free flying in the coming decades. The pioneering flight, on an aircraft powered by 100% sustainable aviation fuel, is expected to take off in 2023. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps […]
El Secretario de Transporte del Reino Unido promete el primer vuelo transatlántico de emisiones cero en 2023
Se espera que un vuelo transatlántico de cero emisiones netas despegue en 2023, anunció el gobierno del Reino Unido. En particular, el nuevo avión estaría propulsado por combustible de aviación 100% sostenible (SAF) que “marcaría el comienzo de una nueva era de vuelo libre de culpa en las próximas décadas”, dijo el Departamento de Transporte. […]
Aviation industry welcomes UK easing of Omicron testing requirements
Airlines and airports have welcomed the UK government’s announcement that it is to lift testing and self-isolation requirements temporarily imposed in late November to combat the spread of the new Omicron variant of Covid-19. UK prime minister Boris Johnson today said that with Omicron prevalent in the UK, the measures are having a “limited impact” […]
Aer Lingus Regional Accelerates Launch Plans
Emerald Airlines will commence regional flights between the UK and Ireland in March 2022 under a franchise agreement with Aer Lingus—about 10 months ahead of schedule. The Irish airline will operate services as Aer Lingus Regional from March 17 using leased ATR 72-600 aircraft, taking over many of the routes previously served by Stobart Air […]
Simple Testing, Affordability and Sustainability Keys to Restoring UK Aviation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) outlined an agenda for the UK to restore its air transport sector to health by embracing a simpler COVID-19 testing regime, ensuring affordable, competitive airport costs, and working for net-zero air transport. Speaking at the UK Aviation Club, IATA Director General Willie Walsh emphasized the value of face-to-face meetings […]
