Waverley council opposes Farnborough Airport expansion plan

Alton Herald
Hugo Berger
20 May 2025

Waverley Borough Council has formally opposed the proposed expansion of Farnborough Airport, citing serious concerns about the environmental and health impacts on local residents.

At a recent meeting, councillors voted to reject the airport’s plans, which would see an increase in its annual flight limit from 50,000 to 70,000 planes.

The council warned the proposal would lead to greater noise and air pollution, particularly affecting communities in northwest Waverley.

But Farnborough Airport has defended the proposed rise in air traffic. A spokesperson said: “Continued growth at Farnborough Airport is necessary to realise the economic potential of the region, safeguarding the prosperity of the local area and sustaining household incomes which are reliant on the many thousands of jobs the airport supports.”

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