London City Airport’s attempt to overturn Saturday flight restrictions fails, but the passenger cap is increased.
London City Airport (LCA) has lost its bid to overturn the ban on Saturday afternoon flights, but it has been granted permission to increase its annual passenger capacity. The airport, located in Newham, east London, had sought to extend the current Saturday curfew from 12:30pm to 6:30pm, hoping to accommodate more flights during the weekend. However, the government has decided to uphold the existing restrictions, citing strong opposition from local residents and campaigners.
The decision reflects ongoing concerns about noise and disruption in the surrounding communities, which have long opposed any extension of flight operations into Saturday afternoons. Campaigners argued that maintaining the curfew was essential for preserving the quality of life for those living near the airport,...