Coventry Airport, operational since 1936, is set to close permanently on June 11, 2026, after nearly 90 years of service. The Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that flight operations ceased on May 9, 2026. The closure paves the way for the development of Greenpower Park, a multi-billion pound green energy facility focused on vehicle battery manufacturing and recycling. This initiative is part of the West Midlands Investment Zone, aimed at revitalizing the region's manufacturing sector and is expected to generate over 30,000 jobs and attract £5.5 billion in private investment. The airport has a storied past, including its use as RAF Baginton during World War II and hosting a Papal visit by Pope John Paul II in 1982, which drew an estimated 350,000 attendees. Despite its historical significance, Coventry Airport has not seen passenger flights since 2008, marking the end of an era for the local community as residents reflect on the airport's legacy and its impact on local businesses.