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We represent the views of over 100,000 local people, businesses & community groups who want a new runway at Heathrow. Back jobs & economic growth!

[Back Heathrow @BackHeathrow]

Residents of #Hillingdon are not just Heathrow's neighbours - they are also the airport's biggest champions 🏆

They say: "It's imperative to get #Heathrow's expansion done!"

Watch now 👇✈️
https://t.co/nJXcMSBEgc

[Captain Brent 🇬🇧 @Birdseed501]

Heathrow Airport is 80, and today marks the 30th anniversary of this unique air display commissioned to mark its 50th birthday.

In 1996 normal ops were suspended for 30 min for this incredible fly past of types associated with LHR over its history.

A truly unrepeatable event.

[Back Heathrow @BackHeathrow]

The UK has a massive opportunity to lead in green aviation. By investing in our own refineries for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), we can protect skilled jobs and boost energy security.

Let’s back UK-made SAF! ✈️🌱@unitetheunion

https://t.co/sTVqxVCeWg

[Back Heathrow @BackHeathrow]

Heathrow's third runway project is a lifeline for the UK's youth! Lord Blunkett argues mega-projects are the ultimate engine to fight unemployment, turning massive infrastructure into a generation of new careers. ✈️

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https://t.co/xzA6EdUHi8

[HeathrowNews @HeathrowNews]

A special release for a special birthday! 🥃 To mark Heathrow’s 80th birthday, we’re launching an exclusive 17‑year‑old single cask from @TamdhuWhisky – created solely for Heathrow and launching this summer in our terminals.

This unique release is a testament to the strength of Heathrow’s supply‑chain connections and our role in showcasing exceptional UK products to the world.

Our Retail Director Fraser Brown recently visited Tamdhu's distillery in the Scottish Highlands to see the cask first-hand and celebrate the collaboration ⬇️

[HeathrowNews @HeathrowNews]

Ahead of Heathrow’s first flight 80 years ago this Sunday, we asked critically acclaimed David Larbi to pen a special new poem to mark our legacy.

In his ode to Heathrow, "Gateway to the World" captures the excitement and wonder of air travel - positioning Heathrow as more than an airport; a gateway that brings the world within reach, connecting millions of passengers safely and smoothly. 🌍

And this is no normal poem – a piece has been etched in GIANT LETTERS into a local field, visible only to those in flight above! ✈️

Larbi said “I’m greatly honoured to be the airport’s first Poet-in-Residence, with an ode that captures Heathrow’s 80 year legacy, the excitement and wonder of air travel and all those who work daily to make Heathrow the incredible place it is”.

Since that first flight 80 years ago more than 2.9 billion total passengers have travelled through Heathrow on over 22 million flights. ✈️

Read David's full poem 👉🏼https://t.co/pRQuJWxKuA

[HeathrowNews @HeathrowNews]

Speaking from Leeds Bradford Airport, CEO Vincent Hodder and Heathrow’s Nigel Milton explain why expanding the UK’s only hub airport matters for communities and businesses across the country.

For Yorkshire, that could mean a future direct connection between Leeds Bradford and Heathrow, opening access to destinations around the world for local passengers and businesses.

With Heathrow currently at capacity, regions across the UK are missing out on vital connectivity opportunities. Expansion could help change that - creating the capacity needed for new domestic links and better access to global markets for people across the UK.

Read our full report and find out the benefits of domestic connectivity and what expansion could mean for the UK's nations and regions ➡️ https://t.co/bSqmfyPKrW

[Back Heathrow @BackHeathrow]

Heathrow Airport is solidifying its status as One World's ultimate global hub!

With Alaska Air launching its historic first-ever nonstop flight from Seattle (SEA) to London (LHR), there are now 14 alliance carriers serving the airport ✈️👏

https://t.co/5L85rILYC6

[HeathrowNews @HeathrowNews]

The UK Government has agreed a landmark Free Trade Agreement with six Gulf countries – making it easier, faster and cheaper to trade.

➡️ £3.7bn boost to the UK economy each year
➡️ Tariffs cut on cars, food, tech and more
➡️ Stronger investment, services and digital opportunities

For UK businesses, this presents a valuable opportunity to deepen ties with a key global market. For Heathrow – the UK’s global hub – it will support trade, tourism and investment, while strengthening the connections that underpin long-term economic growth

Heathrow Airport Chief Customer Officer Ross Baker said: “Tourism, trade, and investment between the UK and the GCC is critical for economic growth. As the UK’s only hub airport, Heathrow is vital to these connections, handling 71% of UK air cargo exports to the GCC.

"We welcome this Free Trade Agreement and the opportunities it brings, with Heathrow the gateway for the businesses and people across the UK who sell, invest, or travel to markets across the Gulf.

"By backing @HeathrowAirport expansion, the Government is ensuring even more UK businesses can benefit from smoother trade links by adding 50% capacity to the country’s most valuable cargo port.”

Read the full news story: https://t.co/5zvq5Mwh6p

Department for Business and Trade (@biztradegovuk) | Sir Chris Bryant MP | The Rt Hon @peterkyle MP

[Back Heathrow @BackHeathrow]

Connecting the nation! 🇬🇧

A third runway at #Heathrow could unlock 5 new domestic routes to Leeds Bradford, Cornwall, Teesside, Liverpool and Belfast - a massive boost to local regional economies ✈️👍

https://t.co/yIo2R0CDDT

[HeathrowNews @HeathrowNews]

From regional airports to government and industry voices, there’s clear support for Heathrow expansion – unlocking new UK routes, boosting tourism and connecting communities nationwide.

And the latest analysis from @FrontierEcon’ report, Keeping the UK Connected: Domestic Connectivity at Heathrow, shows how unlocking new domestic routes could bolster £335m in annual gross tourism spend for the UK.🔑

The backing is clear. ⬇️ Hear from Tourism Minister @Steph_Peacock MP, @LBIAirport CEO Vincent Hodder, @AirportsUKNews and @HeathrowAirport's Chief Communications & Sustainability Officer, Nigel Milton.

Find out which five UK airports have been highlighted in the latest report ➡️ https://t.co/bSqmfyPKrW

[Back Heathrow @BackHeathrow]

A massive leap forward for zero-emission flight! ✈️🌍

Industry leaders are investing £188m to fast-track hydrogen-powered planes, bringing us closer to a cleaner, greener future for aviation 🌱

https://t.co/3mdDLAl7CO

[Back Heathrow @BackHeathrow]

From Heathrow to healthcare ✈️🏥

Watford General Hospital has has eradicated "corridor care" and entered the top 10 for A&E wait times by using techniques borrowed from Heathrow Airport to track and manage patient flow.

https://t.co/WVcq2elq8F

[HeathrowNews @HeathrowNews]

Unions and businesses are backing Heathrow expansion to boost jobs and opportunities in every nation and region of the UK.

Thank you to our supporters, including @unitetheunion, and find out more about Heathrow's plans ➡️ https://t.co/rc0g1WnWyZ

#UKGatewayToGrowth

[Back Heathrow @BackHeathrow]

@Naveedcudri1 Well said! 👏👏

[Back Heathrow @BackHeathrow]

Back Hearthrow's response to a proposal to move #Heathrow's third #runway further towards central London...

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[Dans Aviation17 @DAviation17]

Heres a shot of @British_Airways Flight BA274 Airbus A350-1041 (G-XWBK) seen onto Finals into Runway 27R from (LAS) 🇺🇸 to (LHR) 🇬🇧 on 10/03/26. @HeathrowAirport #BritishAirways #Airbus #AirbusA350 #A35K #GXWBK #Aviation #Avgeeks #avgeek #planespotting #Heathrow #HeathrowAirport

[Dans Aviation17 @DAviation17]

Heres a shot of @British_Airways Flight BA82 Boeing 777-200ER (G-VIIN) seen here arriving from (ABV) 🇳🇬 to (LHR) 🇬🇧 on 10/03/26 in Hounslow. @HeathrowAirport #BritishAirways #Boeing #Boeing777 #B772 #GVIIN #Aviation #Avgeeks #avgeek #planespotting #HeathrowAirport #London

[Back Heathrow @BackHeathrow]

"You have to make decisions. That's your job!"

As the dust settles on #LocalElections2026...former @UKLabour Leader of #Ealing Council @juliangbell shares his advice for #London's Council Leaders about #growth, courage and the need to Back #Heathrow's expansion.

[Back Heathrow @BackHeathrow]

The oil crisis is fast-tracking the future of flight!

The narrowing price gap is fast-tracking Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from a "future goal" to a "present reality," paving the way for cleaner skies and a greener way to fly ✈️🌱

https://t.co/EjYXowNM94

[Back Heathrow @BackHeathrow]

April saw 6.7M passengers, with a massive 10% surge in transit travelers choosing London as their key global connection. CEO Thomas Woldbye highlights Heathrow's incredible resilience and continued growth as a premier world hub 🇬🇧✈️

https://t.co/wJ2D79DyK8