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Bristol Airport's expansion plans supported by hundreds of people, poll finds
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (436+ words) Hundreds of people in the West of England support the expansion of Bristol Airport, according to a new You Gov poll. The survey, which questioned more than 1, 120 adults, found 44 per cent were in favour of the transport hub's growth, while…...
Concorde museum Aerospace Bristol appoints first chief operating office
1+ week, 2+ day ago (389+ words) Lloyd Hughes is the new chief operating office of Aerospace Bristol(Image: Aerospace Bristol) Aerospace Bristol has appointed its first chief operating officer as it pursues an ambitious 10-year strategy to double visitor numbers and grow its commercial operations. Lloyd…...
Ten airlines raising passenger fees as jet fuel prices surge
1+ week, 2+ day ago (476+ words) Ten airlines have confirmed they are increasing their charges to deal with soaring jet fuel costs. Israeli and US strikes on Iran, and the subsequent blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, have sent global oil prices skyrocketing. The International Air…...
Cardiff Airport passenger numbers are on the rise
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (577+ words) Cardiff Airport achieved a near 10% rise in passengers last year, but still remains well below its pre-pandemic level. The Rhoose-based airport, which is wholly-owned by the Welsh Government, welcomed 963, 000 passengers in 2025, up 9% on 2024, with a 4% rise in air traffic movements....
Aviation sector creating thousands of jobs across the West of England
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (467+ words) Industry giants are creating highly skilled roles while Bristol and Cornwall Airport are also playing a major role The South West's aerospace sector is creating tens of thousands jobs across the region and is driving economic growth, a new industry…...