Originally Posted by
asdf1234
SEN is aiming for 5,000 movements and whilst unlikely they will achieve that, I can see an increase over their current movements as news of the new facility starts to spread.
Why is that so hard to achieve? Just 7 arrivals a day will mean 7 departures, which equals 5110 movements per year. Job done.
Thankyou asdf1234 for your informed and positive comment on the Stobart Jet Centre. The main point will be the efficiency, quality of care and accessibility to London for high end customers that will count. 24 hour operations and low cost will also attract.
The best Southend can hope for is that it will be as good as other FBO's but it won't be better. Remember some FBO's have their own immigration staff and customs while others have to ship the passengers to the passenger terminal. I would doubt Southend would have its own dedicated customs and immigration staff yet due to the cost.
Google "Signature Luton" and click on images to see what an FBO looks like without a fireplace.
Saying that there has been talk about the high FBO cost of using Luton now with some customers looking for a change of location.