NATS
NATS
  • About us

    We are the UK's leading provider of air traffic control services. Every year, we handle over 2.5 million flights and 300 million passengers travelling over the UK and across the North Atlantic.

    Outside of the UK we offer our services in parts of Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia.

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    • Introduction
    • Company
    • Leadership
    • Annual Results
    • Safety Management
    • Analytics
    • Research & Development
    • Suppliers
    • Diversity & inclusion
    • 25 years of PPP
    • Annual Report & Accounts 2024
    News

    July hots up with record traffic levels

    News

    NATS Lands Major Middle East Contract in Kuwait

    Blog

    Navigating Around Climate Impact – The Contrails Opportunity

    Blog

    How will UKADS redesign the UK's busiest airspace?

    Altitude

    From runways to rockets - the sky is no longer the limit

    ELEVATE

    Edition 12: Performance Through Predictability

  • Airspace

    The commercial aircraft in our skies use an intricate and highly structured route network which allows them to fly safely and efficiently.

    We are the custodians of that ‘invisible infrastructure’ and support them and a variety of other airspace users in their flying activities.

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    • Introduction
    • About airspace
    • Airspace in numbers
    • Airspace TV
    • Airspace Modernisation
    • OpenAir
    • Other airspace users
    • Consultation & Engagement
    • Airspace consultations
    • Introduction to airspace
    • The future of airspace
    News

    July hots up with record traffic levels

    News

    Air traffic heats up as summer holidays take off

    News

    Public sees aviation as vital to UK economy and global connectivity

    Blog

    What happens when an airspace change goes live?

    Blog

    Keeping aviation moving safely when weather hits

    Altitude

    From runways to rockets - the sky is no longer the limit

  • Solutions

    We offer a unique combination of operational expertise and technology solutions that help our customers to unlock the true value of their assets by making them smarter, more sustainable, and better equipped for the future.

    Trusted by customers in over 30 countries, our proven technologies and data-driven insights enable airports and ANSPs to identify untapped potential and navigate the future with confidence.

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    • Introduction
    • ATC Services
    • Airport Capacity Enhancement
    • Clarity
    • Demand Capacity Balancer
    • Digital Towers
    • Drones and Advanced Air Mobility Services
    • Intelligent Approach
    • Intelligent Stand Manager
    • Instrument Flight Procedure Design
    • Strategic ACM
    • Engineering Services
    • Training Services
    • Wind Farms
    • Intelligent Approach
    • Demand Capacity Balancer (DCB)
    News

    VATM enlists NATS expertise to support Viet Nam’s rapid aviation growth

    News

    NATS unveils digital-twin platform for air traffic controller recruitment

    News

    Final two weeks to share views on airspace change in Scotland 

    Blog

    Shaping the future of ATC through collaboration

    Blog

    Flying like Geese: Inside the trial taking inspiration from migratory birds

    Blog

    What’s happening in the Middle East affects UK aviation too

  • Environment

    Aviation delivers strong economic and social benefits, but it can also have detrimental impacts on the environment.

    We have a critical part to play in driving down emissions and delivering a sustainable future for the industry.

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    • Introduction
    • Airspace efficiency
    • Noise & emissions
    • Responsible Business Report 2024-25
    • Responsible Business Policy
    • Environment reports & documents
    • Being a Responsible Business
    • Responsible Business Report 2022
    News

    NATS Swanwick solar project switched on

    News

    NATS commits to invest £500k in carbon removals portfolio

    Blog

    Why every mile matters in the race to net zero

    Blog

    Off the Beaten Track: How Aer Lingus and NATS are cutting fuel burn and CO₂ over the North Atlantic

    Blog

    Enabling benefits through airspace modernisation

    Feature

    Navigating the Storm

  • Careers

    Creating an inclusive, supportive and rewarding environment where our employees can thrive, is key to our success.

    Join us in advancing aviation and keeping the skies safe.

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    • Introduction
    • Operations
    • Trainee Air Traffic Controllers
    • Aircraft Control Position Operators (ACPOs)
    • Air Traffic Service Assistants (ATSAs)
    • Experienced Air Traffic Controllers (ATCOs)
    • Engineers
    • Students and graduates
    • Professional services
    • International opportunities
    • Future Minds
    • What's in it for me?
    • Vacancies
    • Our amazing everyday
    • Being a Controller - The career
    Blog

    My Experience as an Engineering Apprentice at NATS

    Blog

    Connecting young talent: NATS young professionals take flight at the Dubai Airshow

    Blog

    Leading the Way in the Aviation Industry for Menopause Support

    Blog

    Learning at Work Week 2025

    Blog

    A Day in the Life of a Duty Engineering Officer

    Altitude

    Engineering the Future of Flight

  • Investors

    Information for investors and other key stakeholders, including our financial results, operational and environmental performance, debt financing, credit ratings and economic regulation.

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    • Introduction
    • Annual Report & Accounts
    • NR23 Business Plan
    • RNS announcements
    • Debt Investors
    • Credit Ratings
    • Economic Regulation
    • Annual Report and Accounts
    • NR23 Business Plan
    News

    July hots up with record traffic levels

    News

    Air traffic heats up as summer holidays take off

    News

    Weather makes its presence felt

    News

    NATS Holdings Limited – Annual Report and Accounts 2026

    News

    Punctuality stays high as air traffic grows into summer

    News

    ATC punctuality stays high as air traffic grows

  • Media

    Information and resources for journalists, bloggers, influencers and other media professionals.

    Here you can find facts and stats about the company as well as digital graphics, photos and videos.

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    • Introduction
    • News releases
    • Blog
    • Social Media
    • Altitude webcast
    • Elevate publication
    • Photos & videos
    • Reports & documents
    • Altitude - our ATC focused webcast
    • Blog - insights from our experts
    News

    July hots up with record traffic levels

    News

    NATS Lands Major Middle East Contract in Kuwait

    Blog

    Navigating Around Climate Impact – The Contrails Opportunity

    Blog

    How will UKADS redesign the UK's busiest airspace?

    Altitude

    From runways to rockets - the sky is no longer the limit

    ELEVATE

    Edition 12: Performance Through Predictability

  • Contacts

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Reports & downloads

  • Annual Report
  • Aviation Index 2026
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Pay Gap Report
  • Responsible Business Report
  • Tax Strategy

Related websites

  • Aeronautical Information Service (AIS)
  • Airspace Change Organising Group (ACOG)
  • Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)
  • NATS Customer Gateway (restricted)
  • Searidge Technologies

Help & support

  • Quick links
  • Assisted Flight Plan Exchange (AFPEx)
  • Contingency PIBS
  • Non-Standard Flight applications
  • Wind farm pre-planning applications
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