Community and Environment FAQs

Members of the Airport team are available to give talks and presentations to community groups.  These may either be an overview of the Airport and its operations, suitable for a general audience, or may focus on specific issues, according to need.

Where demand is heavy, preference will be given to groups in those communities most affected by our operations. We do not normally charge, but many groups choose to make a donation to our nominated charity.

If you would like to book a talk or presentation please submit your request here.

We have a viewing area within Car Park 5,  Sheldon Country Park which is close by also has great views.

In addition to the outdoor viewing area located in Car Park 5, you may be interested to learn that there is a 'free to use' location in Sheldon Country Park, on publicly accessible land at the north end of the runway which affords excellent views of arriving and departing aircraft. You can read more at www.birmingham.gov.uk/sheldonpark.

If you wish to plan or organise a balloon or sky lantern release you need to contact the Civil Aviation Authority directly. You can do so by visiting www.caa.co.uk/Consumers/Displays-and-events/Displays-and-events/ and reading information about 'fireworks, lasers and sky lantern releases'.

To raise a question/comment, complaint or provide a compliment please use our Noise Complaints form or use the chatbot.

For people moving to the area you can find detailed information on flight paths and airport policies on our Aircraft Noise page.

To find out how your area may be impacted by aircraft noise please visit our Aircraft Noise page.

For people moving to the area you can find detailed information on flight paths and airport policies on our Aircraft Noise page.

To find out how your area may be impacted by aircraft noise please visit our Aircraft Noise page.

In order that we can deal with your enquiry as soon as possible please call our emergency number 0121 767 8585.  Please note this is only for emergency calls relating directly to roof damage.

We welcome visits from schools and colleges and have a dedicated facility for visiting groups called Flight School.

For more information on educational visits and how to book please see our Educational visits page.

Flight School can accommodate a maximum of 30 children on any one visit. If you wish to bring more than 30 children, you'll need to make an additional booking for another time. This is because we have to balance the impact of groups of children in the terminal with the needs of other passengers and other airport users in what is a busy working environment.

For more information on educational visits and how to book please see our Educational visits page.

Flight School is open Monday to Friday, throughout the year, between 09:00 and 16:30.

For more information on educational visits and how to book Flight School please see our Educational visits page.

Yes. Flight School and the terminal buildings provide a safe, controlled and welcoming environment for groups with a broad spectrum of special needs. There is plenty of room, all areas are accessible by ramps or lifts and our staff are always willing to offer any help you may need.

Yes. However, you should be aware that Flight School is not open outside school hours or at weekends. It is available on weekdays during school holidays.

Unfortunately not. Access to these areas is restricted and not open to the public.

To request an Educational Visit please complete and submit this form

Our Nominated Charity - Birmingham Children's Hospital Charity

We’re delighted to announce Birmingham Children's Hospital Charity as our official nominated charity partner for 2025-2028. This partnership, chosen directly by our colleagues through a company-wide vote, reflects our commitment to supporting vital healthcare services in our community. Watch the below short video to find out more.

Birmingham Children’s Hospital is a leading, specialist paediatric centre, delivering some of the most advanced treatments, complex surgical procedures and cutting-edge research to over 100,000 poorly children every year, from across the UK and beyond.

Every patient and family benefits from the hospital’s charity, which exists to make a real difference to poorly children during difficult times.

Charitable donations allow the hospital to be at the forefront of the very latest medical treatments and care, experiences and environments, ensuring patients and families receive the best.

We’re proud to be supporting them with their mission, so they can continue to transform the lives of children and their families.

Throughout our partnership, we will proudly participate in various fundraising events and volunteering opportunities, helping to spread awareness about this incredible hospital.

Our ambitious goal of raising £250,000 will make a meaningful difference and help transform the lives of some of the UK’s sickest kids

You can help by donating at bch.org.uk/bhx.

Birmingham Airport supports local charities and community activities through various investments.

For more information on the Airport’s charitable work, please visit our Community Investment page.

For more information on the Airport’s Community Trust Fund and how to apply please visit our Community Investment page.