British Airways CEO on Heathrow Expansion
British Airways' chief executive, Sean Doyle, expressed that Heathrow Airport should be expanded without relocating the M25 motorway if possible.
Heathrow Expansion Proposals
- The Government is reviewing two plans to expand Heathrow.
- The airport’s owners propose a 3,500-metre third runway, which would require diverting the M25.
- The Arora Group suggests a 2,800-metre runway that avoids moving the motorway.
Sean Doyle’s Comments at Airlines 2025 Conference
“If you can avoid moving the M25, you should avoid moving the M25. I can't argue against the logic of that. I think we should look at ways of potentially building a shorter runway.”
The owners’ plan would involve constructing a new M25 tunnel and bridges 130 metres west of the current motorway.
Additional Context
- Heathrow’s passenger number growth in 2025 is projected to be only 0.3%, limited by current capacity.
- Motorists heading to Heathrow recently faced long delays following a car fire on the M25.
Summary: British Airways’ CEO advocates expanding Heathrow by building a shorter runway where possible to avoid relocating the M25 motorway, aligning with a less disruptive approach to airport growth.
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