21 hurt in Heathrow Terminal 3 car park pepper spray assault
A group assault with pepper spray at Heathrow's Terminal 3 car park left 21 needing treatment. Police confirm it's not terrorism. Read the latest updates.
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Ozzy Osbourne airport petition nears 80k but is grounded
A campaign to rename Birmingham Airport after Black Sabbath's Ozzy Osbourne has gained over 76,000 signatures but has been officially rejected by airport bosses. Read the full story.
Coventry Airport to Close in 2026 for Gigafactory
Coventry Airport will shut permanently in June 2026 after 90 years. The site will be transformed into a major gigafactory, creating 4,000 new jobs. Read the full story.
Wizz Air launches six new flight routes from £22.99
Wizz Air unveils six new budget routes from London Luton to Greece, France, and Germany. Fares start from just £22.99 for 2026 getaways. Book your early Christmas travel deal now.
Major Walsall fire at unit 'full of fireworks'
A huge fire at a Walsall industrial unit, believed to be full of fireworks, caused explosions and major damage. 55 firefighters were deployed. No injuries reported. Read the latest.
Edinburgh Airport flights grounded by IT failure
Edinburgh Airport has suspended all operations due to a major IT issue with its air traffic control provider. Passengers are urged to contact their airlines for updates.
Major Walsall Fire Involving Fireworks Contained
A major fire at a Walsall industrial unit, believed to contain fireworks, caused explosions. 55 firefighters responded. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Major Walsall fire at storage unit full of fireworks
A major fire erupted at a Walsall storage unit containing fireworks, requiring 55 firefighters. Pleck Road was closed. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Explosion at Walsall unit full of fireworks forces firefighter to run
Dramatic footage shows a firefighter fleeing a massive explosion at a Walsall industrial unit packed with fireworks. 55 crews battled the blaze. Read the latest updates.
Major Walsall fire causes fireworks explosion
A major fire at a Walsall storage unit containing fireworks led to dramatic explosions. Pleck Road remains closed as emergency services continue operations.
Controlled explosion in Derby major incident
A controlled explosion was carried out in Derby after 200 homes were evacuated. Two men are in custody as police confirm it is not a terrorism incident. Read the latest.
Jet2 removes two East Midlands Airport routes
Jet2 has withdrawn flights to Costa de Almeria and Split from its East Midlands Airport summer 2026 schedule. Affected customers are being offered full refunds.
Love Actually star hosts festive airport reunions
Martine McCutcheon joined a Costa Coffee welcoming committee at Stansted Airport, recreating a festive film moment. New research reveals 86% see holidays as key for connection.
Birmingham Airport invests £3.8m in accessibility
Birmingham Airport announces a major £3.8 million investment in new ambulifts and staff training to improve travel for passengers with reduced mobility and hidden disabilities.
Birmingham Airport's £3.8m boost for assisted travel
Birmingham Airport announces a £3.8 million investment in new ambulifts and staff training to improve services for passengers with disabilities and reduce waiting times.
Birmingham Airport lift drops, delays Lanzarote flight
A lift carrying airline crew at Birmingham Airport dropped several floors, causing a staff member to feel unwell and delaying a flight to Lanzarote. An investigation is underway.
Army carries out controlled explosion on historic bomb
A controlled explosion was carried out on a WWII mortar round found near Walton Hall. Warwickshire Police urge the public to call 999 if they find suspicious items.
Cornwall Airport Newquay to get major radar upgrade
Cornwall Airport Newquay is investing in a new high-performance radar system to improve safety and reliability. The upgrade, part-funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, will support all airspace users. Read more.
Ex-England Star Arrested at Airport Over Rape Allegation
A former Premier League and England footballer was arrested at Stansted Airport on suspicion of attempted rape. He has been released on bail until February 2026.
Airport Security Scandal: Forged Training Certs Risked Shutdown
A contractor at Birmingham Airport forged 85 training certificates, risking 'catastrophic' security failures. Read the full investigation into the breach that nearly closed operations.
Birmingham pair caught with 60kg of cannabis
Two Birmingham residents were intercepted at Manchester Airport smuggling over 60kg of cannabis concealed in their luggage. Discover the details of this major drug bust.
Birmingham duo caught smuggling drugs from Thailand
Two strangers from Birmingham arrested smuggling cannabis on same Thailand flight. One jailed, one gets suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
Six arrested after Villa Park disorder
Six BSC Young Boys supporters arrested at Birmingham Airport following violent disorder at Villa Park. Dutch striker Donyell Malen injured. Police condemn unacceptable behaviour.
Luggage stolen from mum breastfeeding at Gatwick
An opportunistic thief targeted a mother while she breastfed her baby at Gatwick Airport. John Brooks, 52, was fined after admitting theft and criminal damage.
EasyJet boss warns against Budget flight tax increase
EasyJet CEO cautions Chancellor Rachel Reeves against hiking air passenger duty ahead of Budget, as airline posts £665m profit and announces 16 new summer routes from UK airports.
Ryanair cancels all Azores flights from March 2026
Ryanair ends all flights to the Azores, blaming a 35% rise in Portuguese airport fees and EU taxes. 400,000 passengers affected. Find out the impact on your travel plans.
Cornwall to London flights resume with Skybus
Flights between Cornwall Airport Newquay and London Gatwick have resumed under Skybus. The carrier has taken over the route after Eastern Airways entered administration. Book your flights now.
easyJet adds new Birmingham routes to Nice and Inverness
easyJet announces two new summer routes from Birmingham Airport to Inverness and Nice for 2026, offering more travel options for Midlands passengers. Book your getaway now!
Aer Lingus may close Manchester base, cutting Disney route
Aer Lingus is considering shutting its Manchester Airport base, threatening the direct Orlando route to Walt Disney World and putting 200 jobs at risk. Discover the full story.
New Wetherspoon pub in Spain, three hours from Birmingham
JD Wetherspoon is opening its first European pub at Alicante airport in January 2026. The 'Castell de Santa Barbera' will serve British classics and Spanish dishes. Read more.
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