Gatwick Airport has been granted a conditional approval for a second runway expansion, potentially increasing its capacity by over 100,000 flights annually. The transport secretary, Heidi Alexander, issued a positive indication following the planning inspectors' recommendation, despite their initial suggestion to reject the proposal. The expansion is contingent on addressing concerns related to noise pollution and public transportation access. The government has extended the decision deadlines to ensure thorough evaluation from all parties involved, with expectations that the airport could see new operations launched before the end of the current parliamentary term.
Gatwick's potential expansion could permit more than 100,000 additional flights annually, signaling a significant upgrade for London's second-largest airport if approved.
The transport secretary indicated a path forward for Gatwick's runway expansion, emphasizing the necessity of meeting conditions on noise and public transportation access.
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