Virgin Atlantic is looking to raise £200 million from a bond issue, using its Heathrow slots as security.
The deal will be announced within the next few weeks, The Sunday Times reported.
Airlines have long-struggled to raise cash against what is one of their most valuable assets. Virgin Atlantic tried three years ago to raise £450 million through a similar arrangement.
The money the airline raises will reportedly be used to invest in new aircraft.
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