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Local authorities in the UK intend to acquire the closed Doncaster Sheffield airport from its current owner as part of efforts to reopen the facility. Freight services could begin in autumn 2027, but only if regulatory and operational requirements are met.
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Local authorities in the UK intend to acquire the closed Doncaster Sheffield airport from its current owner as part of efforts to reopen the facility. Freight services could begin in autumn 2027, but only if regulatory and operational requirements are met.
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