Expansion & policy
Our airports coverage grouped into 6 sections, including Runway capacity, Third runway debate and Night flight limits, drawing on the 10 reports filed on

British Airways Club Silver Status Duration and Demotion
British Airways Club members who earn Silver status are guaranteed at least 12 months of benefits, with a 'soft landing' policy preventing demotion...

UK CAA Revises Airspace Change Rules for 2026
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has updated its Airspace Change Process, aligning with new government policy. The revised CAP1616 framework...

Portland Airport Opens Final Phase of Terminal Expansion
Portland International Airport has opened the second phase of its main terminal expansion, a one million-square-foot project featuring a mass timber...

Washington Dulles Airport Launches $20 Billion Overhaul
Washington Dulles International Airport is starting a $20 billion expansion to add capacity for United Airlines and growing passenger numbers...

Riga Airport Expansion Project Begins
Riga Airport has begun its terminal expansion project, aiming to increase capacity and enhance the passenger experience with a brand-new...

LAX and Long Beach Airport race to finish
Los Angeles International Airport and Long Beach Airport are accelerating terminal expansion projects to handle expected passenger surges during the...

Heathrow expansion to create 108,000 UK jobs
Heathrow Airport states its privately-funded expansion plan will create over 108,000 jobs nationwide and boost UK supply chains, as government

United Launches UA222 to Toulouse, Expands to 10 New Cities
United Airlines will begin daily non-stop service from Washington Dulles to Toulouse on 26 April 2027, using the Airbus A321XLR and flight number...

Manchester Airport’s Runway 2 Credited with Transforming Northern Economy Over 25 Years
A new report highlights the significant economic impact of Manchester Airport’s Runway 2 since its 2001 opening, positioning it as a key driver of...

Asheville Regional Airport Unveils New Air Traffic Control Tower Amid Rising Demand
The FAA has opened a new 121-foot air traffic control tower at Asheville Regional Airport, replacing a 1961 facility. The $31.7 million project...