How a massive overhaul of UK airspace promises to cut flight times and delays
Airspace redesign promises quicker, quieter flights
- The Government has announced the largest redesign of UK airspace in seven decades.
- The redesign aims to create more direct flight routes, aiming to reduce fuel consumption, carbon emissions, and flight times.
- Airlines like easyJet have criticised the UK's inefficient airspace, which they say contributes to increased fuel use and emissions.
- The Department for Transport (DfT) claims the redesigned 'skyways' will reduce noise and air pollution for residents along flight routes, while decreasing flight disruptions and shortening journey times for travellers.
- The UK Airspace Design Service, established by the DfT and the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), will focus initially on redesigning London’s airspace and could also design routes for drones and flying taxis.