Coventry airport closed | Aviation International News
Early last month, Coventry Airport in the UK was closed by its owners, West Midlands International Airport, after Britain’s Customs and Revenue department
www.ainonline.comCoventry Airport is set to close permanently in June 2026 to make way for a green energy site, with flights halted ahead of the closure. The Civil Aviation Authority has confirmed the closure timetable, and local plans point to a transition to a battery gigafactory project in the area.[2][4][6]
Key points:
- Closure date: June 11, 2026 (per CAA notice), with operations stopping before that date.[4]
- Post-closure use: site redeveloped as Greenpower Park, a battery manufacturing and recycling facility as part of regional manufacturing initiatives.[1][2]
- Last flights: passenger services largely ceased long before 2026; remaining charter, flight training, and private operations have wound down ahead of the final shutdown.[6][2]
If you’re traveling soon or need alternatives:
- Consider nearby airports for short-haul options (e.g., Birmingham or East Midlands) and check current flight schedules.
- For freight/aviation services currently offered at Coventry before closure, contact operators directly or consult local travel advisories forUpdates on access or flight schools relocating.
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