The Court of Appeal has dismissed a legal challenge against Gatwick Airport’s expansion project, allowing the second runway to operate fully from 2030. The decision ends years of legal uncertainty. The expansion is expected to add 100,000 flights annually, increasing passenger choice and airline competition. It will create 14,000 jobs and generate £1 billion in annual economic benefits. The government emphasized sustainability commitments, requiring expansion projects to meet strict air quality, carbon emissions, and noise standards. Additional funding of £219 million has been allocated for sustainable aviation fuel production, alongside £43 million for hydrogen and electric flight initiatives. The Court of Appeal also denied permission for the campaign group to appeal the decision.
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