A fire at Heathrow Airport led to the closure of a runway and caused travel delays, with social media images showing smoke rising from the grass outside a terminal.

A passenger on a British Airways flight that issued a distress call before safely landing at Heathrow earlier this month described the fear on board, recalling a shout of 'I don't want to die' during the incident.

Heathrow passengers will face higher airfares as the airport has been permitted to recover costs associated with its early expansion plans. This decision allows the airport to recoup investments made towards future development.

Heathrow Airport welcomed a record 40 million passengers in the first half of 2026, posting resilient financial results despite geopolitical uncertainties impacting its global network.

Heathrow Airport reported a 1.8% decrease in passenger numbers for June, with 7.2 million travelers passing through its four terminals during the month.

A British Airways flight from Bridgetown, Barbados, to Heathrow was cancelled after crew members were reportedly found to be intoxicated in a hotel bar before their scheduled duty.

Hundreds of flights at London's Heathrow and Gatwick airports have been delayed due to thunderstorms.

Over 600 flights at Heathrow and Gatwick airports have been delayed, primarily attributed to stormy weather conditions south of the UK.

Heathrow Airport anticipates a decline in passenger numbers and profits this year, attributing the expected downturn to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Heathrow Airport has released its 'critical' expansion blueprint, outlining plans for future development. This blueprint details the strategic vision for the airport's growth and infrastructure improvements.

The head of Emirates, Tim Clark, has proposed nationalizing Heathrow Airport to facilitate the construction of a third runway, while also expressing openness to a successor to the A380 superjumbo, potentially even one made in China.

The company behind Heathrow's pod taxi system, which had previously supported a similar project in Mumbai, has reportedly withdrawn its involvement from the Indian venture.

Heathrow Airport is experiencing major travel disruption with no train services to Terminals 2 and 3 due to a signal failure caused by flooding from a burst pipe.

British Airways is demanding £10 million in compensation from London's Heathrow Airport after 20,000 pieces of luggage were not loaded last weekend.

Heathrow Airport, the UK's busiest, has collaborated with Salesforce to develop an AI customer service agent named Hallie. This AI assistant handles traveler inquiries via WhatsApp, aiming to reduce the volume of phone calls.

Heathrow Airport reported a 5% drop in passenger numbers in April, attributing the decline to the Iran war which significantly disrupted travel plans, particularly from the Middle East.

A flight from Zurich, Switzerland, to Newark, New Jersey, was forced to make an unexpected landing at Heathrow Airport in London due to a fire that broke out in an electrical outlet.

Delta Air Lines flight DL-59, en route from London Heathrow to Boston Logan, was diverted to Dublin Airport after the crew reported an engine issue over the North Atlantic.

The proposed third runway at Heathrow Airport is at risk if UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves, a key proponent, is removed from her position following the May elections.

Columnist Tim Dowling shares his personal account of grappling with knots and man overboard drills while learning to sail a rigid inflatable boat on a reservoir near Heathrow in challenging weather conditions.

Air Peace has confirmed its plans to begin direct flights to London from Ogun State’s Gateway International Airport this summer, offering routes to both Gatwick and Heathrow.

The UK Civil Aviation Authority has rejected Heathrow Airport's £10 billion spending plan, stating that average charges per passenger should remain broadly flat over the next five years.

Kenya Airways announced a pre-tax loss of 17.93 billion shillings ($138.30 million) in 2025 due to lower revenue, with plans to boost performance by adding an extra aircraft to its London Heathrow route in July.

Windsor MP Jack Rankin has voiced concerns regarding transport infrastructure for the proposed Heathrow expansion and expressed support for the development of a western rail link to the airport.

Heathrow Airport experienced its busiest February on record, with 5.8 million passengers traveling through its terminals last month, largely attributed to a 'bumper half-term' period.

Nasser was given unconditional bail and his trial date was confirmed as September 11 2028

Malaysia Airlines has announced additional flights on its Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow and Kuala Lumpur to Paris routes from March 6 to 8, in response to ongoing travel disruptions.

A couple turned up at Heathrow Airport ready to fly - only to learn they had lost more than £2,500.

I’m writing this at 30,000 feet, somewhere above the North Channel between Belfast and Heathrow.

Spanish construction giant Ferrovial reported an 88% decrease in profit, primarily due to capital gains from Heathrow a year prior, but saw an 8% increase in revenue. The company plans to focus on Nor

Heathrow's chief, Thomas Woldbye, stated that the proposed third runway would add £15 to the cost per passenger, as the airport awaits a crucial regulatory decision.

Heathrow Airport, Europe's busiest, has chosen Netcompany as its primary digital operations partner to drive its ambitious digital transformation and enhance passenger experience.

Heathrow CEO Thomas Woldbye stated that the airport is not crowded but experiences issues with people walking in the 'wrong place,' noting that Europeans and Brits often 'crash into each other' due to different walking sides.

A customer reported losing £185 after a car hire firm marked them as a 'no-show' for a booking at Heathrow, despite having prepaid through Holiday Autos and provided their flight number for a severely delayed flight.

A new air taxi service is being proposed in the United Kingdom with the ambitious goal of reducing travel time from Heathrow Airport to central London to just eight minutes. The initiative aims to revolutionize urban transportation.

A British Airways flight issued a mayday call while on its approach to Heathrow Airport, indicating a serious incident or emergency.

Heathrow Airport has received approval to recover costs associated with its runway project, a decision expected to result in a 15p increase in ticket prices for passengers. This allows the airport to recoup expenses, impacting air travel costs for flyers.

The Centaure armored vehicle, designed for protection and deterrence against looters, has been deployed to the massive wildfires in Gironde, France. Separately, a Virgin jet engineer died after an accident at Heathrow.

Ireland West Airport in Knock reports 'very strong' bookings for its Heathrow service, indicating 'business as usual' despite Aer Lingus's announcement of 500 job cuts.

Heathrow Airport is on the verge of being overtaken as Europe's busiest airport, with only 3,012 more passengers than its Turkish rival in May, according to airports group ACI Europe.

Heathrow Airport is offering free therapy to residents whose homes will be demolished due to its expansion plans. The initiative aims to support those facing the 'incredibly difficult' prospect of displacement for the new runway.

Heathrow Airport is experiencing a decline in passenger numbers from several nations, including Egypt, Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Japan, Morocco, and Tunisia. This decline is attributed to the Middle East conflict, which has triggered massive flight cuts and a reshaping of UK travel routes.

A government report found that a third runway at Heathrow would add only 0.05% to UK GDP, significantly less than original estimates. This new figure suggests the economic benefits are up to 90% lower than previously projected.

Heathrow Airport reported a 1.2% year-on-year decrease in passenger numbers for May, despite experiencing a record day for the month, with 7.1 million passengers passing through its terminals.

Heathrow’s potential expansion could result in the destruction of the village of Longford but its residents have another more pressing concern, as Dan Haygarth finds out

Bodycam footage captured the moment a woman was arrested at Heathrow Airport for the murder of her stepdaughter, an unsolved case dating back almost 50 years.

The article explores how Kesar mangoes from Gujarat have become a seasonal favorite among consumers at London Heathrow Airport.

Shareholders gathered at the Sofitel Hotel near Heathrow on Tuesday to challenge Shell's board regarding its ongoing investments in oil and gas, despite plans for a long-term decline in fossil fuel demand.

The aviation watchdog is currently considering new rules for Heathrow Airport in anticipation of its possible expansion, with a rival potentially leading the development.

A deepening jet fuel shortage is increasing pressure on global airlines, with Heathrow reporting a 5% drop in April passenger numbers.

London's Heathrow Airport is overloaded, but there are many objections to its expansion, including concerns from some airlines about higher fees. The proposed expansion is estimated to cost £50 billion.

China's state-backed wealth fund, China Investment Corporation (CIC), is reportedly considering selling its 10% stake in London's Heathrow Airport due to concerns over the costs associated with a potential third runway.

The UK Civil Aviation Authority has ruled that Heathrow Airport can recover up to £320 million in early costs associated with its expansion project.

Virgin Atlantic has inaugurated its first route to South Korea, offering a daily nonstop service between Incheon International Airport and Heathrow Airport, anticipating a surge in Korean demand.

American rapper Kanye West is not the only celebrity to have been banned from entering the United Kingdom. The article notes that Snoop Dogg was also famously denied entry in 2006 following an incident at London's Heathrow Airport.

Nigel Farage was reported to be at Heathrow airport, with The Times commenting on his actions or statements as 'taking a holiday from reality.'

Heathrow Airport has issued a warning that the costs associated with its proposed third runway project could escalate into an HS2-style spiral, prompting a proposal to establish an oversight panel to manage the project's budget.

Lithuania is evaluating the possibility of providing financial support to establish or maintain direct flight routes to London Heathrow Airport.

A woman died shortly after takeoff on a British Airways flight from Hong Kong to Heathrow, with passengers spending 13 hours on the plane alongside her body as the pilots continued the journey.

The $83.6 billion third runway project at Heathrow Airport was always anticipated to be expensive, according to reports.

An elderly Indian-origin couple reported losing £2,500 in a fake flight ticket scam at Heathrow Airport, expressing confusion over how scammers obtained their contact information.

A couple arrived at Heathrow Airport for their flight only to discover they had purchased fake tickets, resulting in a loss of over £2,500.

The chief executive of Heathrow Airport stated that Istanbul Airport is expected to surpass Heathrow as Europe's busiest aviation hub within the next year or two.

Opponents argue that expanding Heathrow, already the UK's most indebted piece of infrastructure, with a third runway is illogical given its financial state.

Heathrow's chief executive stated that Istanbul Airport is expected to surpass Heathrow as Europe's busiest hub this year or next, using this projection to reinforce the case for building a new runway at the London airport.

Heathrow Airport, Europe's busiest, has selected Netcompany as its primary partner for a major digital operations upgrade.

A 45-year-old British mother, Amy Jayne Durban, was arrested at Heathrow Airport on July 6 for allegedly smuggling £512,000 worth of Thai cannabis, having reportedly posted about 'grass' prior to her arrest.

Virgin Atlantic's 'Royal Box' at London Heathrow Airport is an invite-only 'lounge-within-a-lounge' inside its Clubhouse, offering an exclusive experience akin to a private club.

A British Airways flight issued a mayday call while on approach to Heathrow Airport. The incident prompted an emergency response as the aircraft prepared to land.

Heathrow Airport has been granted permission to recover costs associated with its runway project, which is expected to result in a 15p increase in ticket prices for passengers. This decision allows the airport to recoup expenses, impacting air travel costs.

A new report suggests that expanding Heathrow airport with a third runway could lead to the loss of thousands of jobs from other regions of the UK, including nearly 10,000 from the West Midlands.

Three British Airways pilots on a Boeing 777 flight from Hyderabad to Heathrow simultaneously fell ill due to suspected food poisoning after consuming the same meal.

The head of Star Alliance has criticized the 'eye-watering' £33 billion cost of Heathrow Airport's proposed third runway expansion, likening it to a 'luxury Mercedes'.

Extreme heatwaves are causing damage to roads, disrupting traffic, and straining hospitals across Europe, while severe thunderstorms have led to hundreds of flight delays and cancellations at major airports like Gatwick and Heathrow.

Heathrow Airport has revised its passenger forecast, predicting a 1.1% fall in numbers this year, attributing the decline to the impact of the conflict in Iran. The ongoing geopolitical tensions are affecting travel plans and airline operations.

A blueprint detailing the plans for the 'critical' expansion of Heathrow Airport has been published.

Tommy Robinson has reported being stopped by police at Heathrow Airport.

A shorter third runway at Heathrow Airport is being proposed as a better alternative than no expansion at all, urging the UK airport and its airlines to compromise on development plans.

A technical issue with the baggage system at Heathrow Airport has left approximately 20,000 bags stranded, causing significant disruption for travelers. This marks the fifth such incident at the airport since January, prompting an apology from British Airways.

British Airways is reportedly seeking up to £10 million in financial redress from Heathrow Airport following a series of baggage system breakdowns, which included the loss of 20,000 bags last weekend.

The aviation watchdog is evaluating new regulations for Heathrow Airport in anticipation of its potential expansion, suggesting a rival could lead the development.

London's Heathrow Airport is facing significant disruptions, with thousands of passengers experiencing massive queues and baggage wait times of up to three hours after landing.

Heathrow Airport's new chair has initiated talks with major airlines, including BA owner and Virgin, and a billionaire local landowner to resolve disputes concerning costs and service issues that could potentially delay the construction of a third runway.

Heathrow Airport has issued a warning that its passenger numbers for the rest of the year are likely to be impacted by 'significant uncertainty in the Middle East' due to the ongoing conflict.

The Civil Aviation Authority has issued a draft decision allowing Heathrow Airport to increase ticket prices, a move intended to help fund its controversial third runway expansion project despite criticism from airlines.

London's Heathrow Airport has seen a 10% increase in rerouted transit passengers, with Mideast routes dropping by half while Asia and Africa traffic rises, as a result of war diverting global flights and spiking jet fuel prices.

Europe is experiencing fuel shortages, with Italy already affected and France potentially next, leading Ryanair to consider flight cancellations. Deliveries to London's Heathrow Airport are also reportedly at risk.

The UK aviation regulator has partially rejected Heathrow Airport's proposals to significantly raise landing fees, which the airport intended to use to fund a multi-billion pound upgrade.

Lithuania is actively discussing a new flight route to London Heathrow Airport, following LOT Polish Airlines' decision to discontinue flights between Vilnius and London City Airport from the end of March.

A 60-year-old woman died an hour into a British Airways flight from Hong Kong to Heathrow, and her body was subsequently stored in the plane's heated galley, leading to a 'bad smell' upon arrival.

Heathrow Airport is undertaking a massive $65 billion investment, a move described as a significant bet against historical trends or previous challenges.

Sarah and Ed Short, who travelled almost 300 miles across the Middle East to board a flight back to the UK, said their children feared they had been arrested when they couldn’t contact them during…

A flight to London’s Heathrow, likely to be carrying stranded UK nationals, departed from the United Arab Emirates capital on Monday.

Syed Usman Shah says he was proud to appear in the campaign, but upset by what followed.

The proposed third runway at Heathrow Airport is described as an infrastructure fiasco, with calls for government intervention to resolve the issues.

Thomas Woldbye says major funding model decisions need to be taken if the airport is to meet government timetable Heathrow has reported falling profits and a squeeze on passenger growth, as its boss s

Heathrow Airport reported a significant drop in its annual pre-tax profits for 2025, falling by over a third to £575 million from £917 million in 2024.

Netcompany has been contracted to provide a new digital platform for Heathrow Airport, similar to the systems already in use at Copenhagen and Munich airports.