The Aviation Industry Awards UK 2026 has announced its full list of winners following a gala ceremony held on 22 September 2026 at the Park Plaza London Riverbank, celebrating the organisations, teams, and individuals driving innovation, excellence, and impact across the United Kingdom's aviation sector.

Stelios Haji-Ioannou of easyGroup was named recipient of the Outstanding Contribution to the Aviation Industry award, recognised for a career that has fundamentally shaped low-cost air travel across Europe and beyond.

Saxon Air claimed the Aviation Company of the Year award and also took home the Aviation Sustainability & Environment Award, making it one of the standout performers of the evening. The company's Solar Plane Port and SKYCHARGE initiative was at the centre of its recognition, reflecting a business pushing the boundaries of sustainable aviation infrastructure.

Manchester Airport had a strong night, winning both the Airport Achievement Award and the Communications Award, while Newcastle International Airport was named Airport of the Year.

NATS and Heathrow Airport, in a joint submission, claimed the Best Use of Technology Award, and PA Consulting took home the Technology Innovation Project of the Year.

STS Engine Services won the People Development Award and the Women in Aviation Award, demonstrating strength across both operational and people-focused categories.

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays claimed the Apprenticeship Programme Award, Stansted Airport College won Aviation Professional Training, and Air Charter Service was recognised with the Aviation Customer Focus Achievement Award.

Among the service provider categories, Swiipr Technologies Ltd won Service Provider of the Year for organisations under 100 employees, while TravelUp.com took the equivalent award for larger providers with over 100 employees.

Osprey Flight Solutions claimed the Global Impact in Aviation Award, Aurora Avionics won the Breakthrough Aerospace Technology Award, RTX took the Social Impact Award, and MRO-PRO was recognised with the Aviation Innovation Award. Air Canada Cargo completed the winner list, taking home the Air Cargo Award.

For the complete 2026 winners list, category details, and profile of the judges, visit the official Aviation Industry Awards UK website.