Air Arabia Launches Sharjah–London Gatwick Flights marks a major expansion milestone for the Middle East and North Africa’s largest low-cost carrier, as Air Arabia strengthens its reach into one of Europe’s most strategically important aviation markets. Beginning on 29 March 2026, the airline will introduce a double-daily nonstop servicebetween Sharjah International Airport and London Gatwick, providing significantly enhanced access…
Azerbaijan’s State Oil Fund (SOFAZ) has announced a £50 million (US$67 million) investment in London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in partnership with Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a U.S.-based firm now part of BlackRock. The investment marks one of SOFAZ’s largest single infrastructure deals in Europe, underscoring the sovereign wealth fund’s long-term strategy to diversify into global infrastructure and sustainable assets.
Delta Air Lines is set to withdraw from its London Gatwick–New York John F. Kennedy (JFK) service, with flights scheduled to end on September 7, 2025. Although no official announcement has yet been issued by the airline, schedules for 2026 no longer show operations on this transatlantic route.
British Airways has unveiled its 2026 summer schedule, revealing strategic long-haul network expansions and frequency boosts across multiple destinations. The carrier continues to adjust its international offering to meet rising demand and enhance connectivity across key leisure and business markets.
British Airways has announced the discontinuation of its direct flights from London Gatwick to Las Vegas, effective October 25, 2025. This route adjustment is part of the airline’s broader strategic realignment of long-haul operations for the summer 2026 schedule. The move signals a consolidation of its Las Vegas services through London Heathrow, which will remain the sole British Airways hub…
British Airways has unveiled a significant expansion of its long-haul schedule for the summer 2026 season, reflecting a strong recovery in demand for leisure and business travel across key global markets. The airline is set to boost capacity from both London Heathrow and London Gatwick, with a particular focus on destinations in Asia, North America, and the Caribbean.
Emirates will introduce a fourth daily flight between Dubai and London Gatwick starting 8 February 2026, marking a significant expansion of the airline’s operations in the UK. This additional service, designated EK069/070, will be operated using the airline’s newest aircraft, the Airbus A350-900, featuring state-of-the-art cabin interiors and enhanced passenger experience across three classes.
British Airways has expanded its short-haul fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A320, serial number 3468, which will be operated by its London Gatwick-based subsidiary, BA Euroflyer. The aircraft is powered by IAE V2527-A5 engines, supporting efficient operations across European routes.
Tragedy struck Air India operations when a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, bearing serial number 36279, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, en route to London Gatwick. The catastrophic accident resulted in the death of all 242 passengers and crew, and complete destruction of the aircraft.
British Airways (UK) is set to acquire Boeing’s hangar facility and MRO business at London Gatwick, marking a strategic expansion of its maintenance capabilities. This move will secure jobs at the site and strengthen BA’s long-term operational presence at Gatwick Airport.
