Apparently Henry Winkler is ‘relaxed’ about Heathrow Airport expansion (Picture: BBC News)

The BBC’s unique status means it is innately committed to presenting a wide spectrum of views on the issues of the day.

Apparently that spectrum includes the Fonz.

Happy Days star Henry Winkler, in London for a panto stint as Captain Hook in Richmond, was unexpectedly asked for his opinion on the expansion of Heathrow Airport on the BBC News at Six.

The BBC’s deputy political editor confirmed that the vox-popper, shopping bag in hand, was Winkler.


In case you were just watching BBC News, that was indeed the Fonz who gave me his views on Heathrow airport… — James Landale (@BBCJLandale) December 17, 2013

And what did the Fonz have to say for himself?

‘Richmond is a lovely place, I watch the planes go every day; I hear nothing,’ he said, indicating that he was ‘relaxed’ about the plans.



So there you go.

Introducing the segment that saw him interview the TV star, Landale said airport expansion could lead to ‘happy days’ for travellers.

Aaay! *thumbs up*