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News & articles from International Airport Review covering Air Traffic Control and Air Traffic management (ATC/ATM)

Airports affected by U.S. Government shutdown

16 October 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Staff shortages and operational disruptions at key US airports are causing flight delays, security challenges, and heightened concerns over passenger safety nationwide.

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European airports see 4.9% passenger growth in August as summer travel demand stays strong

13 October 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Passenger traffic across Europe rose 4.9% year on year in August 2025, driven by international travel and strong leisure demand throughout the summer.

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George Bush Intercontinental Airport opens first integrated coordination centre to strengthen airport safety, emergency response and passenger communications

3 September 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Houston Airports has launched its first Integrated Coordination Centre at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, uniting safety, security and operations to improve emergency response and passenger services.

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Arora Group unveils Heathrow Airport West expansion plan with Bechtel to deliver efficient, sustainable growth

2 September 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

The Arora Group has launched its Heathrow West proposal, promising a cost-effective, sustainable expansion with Bechtel and partners to enhance capacity and connectivity.

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Picture of the week: Alef Aeronautics begins flying car operations at Half Moon Bay and Hollister airports

29 August 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

This week’s picture of the week comes from Alef Aeronautics, who has secured agreements to operate flying cars at Half Moon Bay and Hollister airports, expanding its research, testing, and future fleet bases.

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Intelligent Approach sets new standard for single-runway airport efficiency

18 August 2025 | By Leidos

Leidos explores how London Gatwick became the first single-runway airport to deploy Advanced Mixed Mode, boosting efficiency, cutting delays and reducing emissions.

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Test arena launches in Norway with first flight of all-electric ALIA aircraft

15 August 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Bristow and BETA Technologies begin evaluation flights in Norway, advancing zero-emission aviation and testing routes between Stavanger and Bergen airports.

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London Heathrow Airport celebrates record month and seventh consecutive win as Europe’s most punctual major hub

11 August 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

London Heathrow Airport marked its busiest month ever in July, retaining its title as Europe’s most punctual hub while unveiling plans for significant expansion.

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European airports report steady passenger traffic growth amid geopolitical tensions and market volatility in first half of 2025

6 August 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

European airports saw 4.5% passenger traffic growth in H1 2025, driven by international travel, with notable gains in Eastern Europe and strong leisure demand.

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London Heathrow Airport submits £21bn third runway proposal promising growth, jobs and improved UK connectivity

1 August 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

London Heathrow Airport has submitted a £21bn plan for a third runway, aiming to boost UK trade, create thousands of jobs, and enhance global connectivity.

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Second major air traffic control technical outage in two years disrupts UK airports

31 July 2025 | By International Airport Review

More than 150 flights have been cancelled to and from UK airports due to a 20 minute technical issue at the NATS Swanwick ATC centre.

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CANSO and ICAI partner to drive innovation in global air traffic management solutions

17 July 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

CANSO and ICAI have signed a cooperation agreement to advance air traffic innovation, safety and sustainability through research and joint activities.

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ERA warns US–EU trade dispute and tariffs from Trump could severely impact Europe’s regional aviation connectivity and economy

16 July 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

ERA urges urgent resolution to avoid tariffs that risk higher airline costs, reduced services, and weakened regional connectivity across Europe.

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Sydney Airport completes major apron expansion to boost international capacity and future-proof operations

24 June 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Sydney Airport has finished a $169 million apron expansion, increasing layover capacity and improving efficiency for future international growth.

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Europe’s air connectivity still lags behind 2019 despite passenger growth and shifting travel demand

18 June 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

ACI EUROPE's 2025 report reveals connectivity remains -9% below 2019, highlighting policy, market and geopolitical challenges impacting recovery.

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