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The UK Civil Aviation Authority has approved Heathrow’s plan to claw back costs tied to early work on a proposed third runway by raising per-passenger charges. The measure allows a maximum 15 pence increase in 2028 and then a further doubling in subsequent years, enabling recovery of up to £320 million.
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The UK Civil Aviation Authority has approved Heathrow’s plan to claw back costs tied to early work on a proposed third runway by raising per-passenger charges. The measure allows a maximum 15 pence increase in 2028 and then a further doubling in subsequent years, enabling recovery of up to £320 million.
Vietnam’s Government Inspectorate has recommended further investigation into alleged bidding violations for the Long Thanh International Airport project, expanding an inquiry that has already led to the detention of multiple executives from companies linked to the program. The probe centers on procurement and tender-related compliance concerns tied to the $16 billion project.
Heathrow reported that it retained its position as Europe’s most punctual hub, showing steady progress in the first half of 2026 despite geopolitical headwinds. The operator said performance and service strength continued through the period, underscoring resilience in demand and operations.
Amsterdam Schiphol says it invested a record €801 million in airport quality in the first half of 2026, the highest six-month spending total it has reported. The company frames the increase as supporting accelerated improvements tied to the quieter-aviation trend.
Charleroi airport plans to halt flights in 2028 for more than two months to complete major reconstruction works on the airport’s only runway. The temporary suspension is intended to enable the hub’s runway remediation work to proceed without operational interference.
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) and the Modern Skies Coalition are urging Congress to appropriate new funds for air traffic control (ATC) modernization. The ask would build on the $12.5 billion approved last year, aimed at keeping modernization momentum and expanding investment capacity.
Bluebox is shifting its Blueview software suite to a cloud offering—Blueview Cloud—aimed at improving ROI for connected aircraft. The platform routes an airline’s branded portal and digital services through IFC, positioning in-flight connectivity as a channel for customer-facing applications.
The FAA is testing “Mobile Clearance” across five airports, enabling pilots to receive IFR clearances through mobile applications including ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot. The trial evaluates how remote clearance delivery can integrate with current IFR clearance processes during day-to-day operations.
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