All Department for Transport (DfT) articles
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NewsHeathrow Airport approves planning application for third runway as 2026 decisions loom large
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) greenlights work on a third runway planning application amid key 2026 regulatory milestones essential for UK economic growth.
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NewsLondon Luton Airport awarded £90,000 grant to expand Classroom to Careers education programme
London Luton Airport has received £90,000 from the DfT and CAA to enhance its Classroom to Careers programme supporting education, skills, and sustainability.
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NewsGovernment backs £63 million push to scale sustainable aviation fuel and boost green aviation jobs
Seventeen UK companies will share £63 million in funding to accelerate sustainable aviation fuel production and create 1,400 green jobs.
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NewsUK Civil Aviation Authority appointed as Market Surveillance Authority for drones to enhance safety
The UK Civil Aviation Authority will ensure compliance with new drone standards, enhancing safety and supporting sector growth from January 2026.
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NewsUK launches HADeS competition to enhance airport security with £500k in funding for innovators
Connected Places Catapult has launched the HADeS competition, offering up to £500k to innovators developing advanced airport security technologies, aiming to improve alarm resolution and screening efficiency.
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Airports criticise UK Government over liquid restrictions
The Airport Operators Association (AOA) have issued a response, reflecting UK airports' criticism of liquid restrictions.
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NewsLondon City Airport’s Women in Aviation challenge won by East London students
The winning group demonstrated innovative ideas on how to make London City Airport more sustainable using alternative fuels and architectural design of the airport’s terminal.
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NewsUK SAF industry boosted with £53 million
Passengers are another step closer to flying without CO2 emissions thanks to £53 million of Government funding announced on 17 November 2023.
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NewsVirgin Atlantic granted Permit to Fly for historic transatlantic 100% SAF flight
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has issued Virgin Atlantic with a permit to fly a transatlantic 100% sustainable aviation fuel flight.
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NewsInnovative technology ends handheld luggage restrictions and 100ml liquid limit at London City Airport
The scanners will allow passengers to pass through security without the hassle of bringing out laptops and liquids from handheld luggage, and will be able to bring onboard even more liquid capacity due to the airport's relaxed limitations.