Overview

• Gatwick's £2.2 billion plan aims to double passenger capacity to 78 million annually.
• The project involves converting an emergency strip into a second runway for take-offs.
• A government decision is expected by early 2025 following a planning inspectorate's recommendation.
• The expansion is seen as less disruptive compared to Heathrow's third runway proposal.
• Environmental and local community concerns remain significant hurdles.