The Latest Breaking News from London Gatwick

Mystery stowaway found dead in landing gear of plane at Gatwick Airport

The unidentified man was found within the landing gear compartment of an Air Arabia plane that had arrived from Tangiers

Evening Standard · Aug 25

Man arrested on suspicion of arson after fire at car park used by Gatwick passengers

Blaze near Crawley destroyed 140 vehicles, damaged nearby businesses and led to power cuts on Saturday night

The Guardian - UK · Aug 24

London Gatwick becomes first UK airport to offer robotic parking. Here’s how it works

The aviation hub said that the process will cut down the time it takes to drop off a car

The Independent UK · Jul 30

Gatwick accepts changes on aircraft noise and public transport in expansion bid

In February, Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander announced she is prepared to support the expansion of Gatwick airport if the project is adjusted.

Evening Standard · Apr 25, 2025

Gatwick Airport railway station reopens after fire under train

Firefighters said they were called to a ‘small fire’ which is believed to have been caused by an electrical fault.

Evening Standard · Jan 6, 2025

Christmas travel chaos as thick fog sparks mass delays and cancellations at UK’s busiest airports

Christmas travel chaos as thick fog sparks mass delays and cancellations at UK’s busiest airports

The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2024

Revealed: Airport meet-and-greet operators speeding and stealing money from vehicles

Parking providers at Heathrow and Gatwick are accused of petty theft and breaking speed limits

The Independent UK · Sep 28, 2024

Thousands impacted as Gatwick air traffic control hit by staff shortages

It comes just two weeks after a Nats technical glitch caused widespread disruption at airports across the UK.

The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023

Flights cancelled at Gatwick after short-notice staff absences

Temporary air traffic control restrictions led to 22 flights being cancelled and others diverted

The Guardian - UK · Sep 14, 2023

Flights diverted due to staff shortages in air traffic control at Gatwick

Dozens of arrivals and departures were affected on Thursday evening, with passengers advised to contact their airline.

The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023