Heathrow's Chief Executive has resigned and will leave the airport later this year.
Colin Matthews, who has been the airport's boss for the past six years, will leave after the opening of Terminal 2, "the Queen's Terminal", in June.
Mr Matthews said: "The time is right to pass the baton.
"Long term prospects are bright following the decision of the Airports Commission to shortlist our proposal for a new runway."
Sir Nigel Rudd, Chairman of Heathrow, said: "Colin has done a fantastic job of improving Heathrow for passengers and will remain as Chief Executive until his successor is in place to ensure a smooth transition."
