If you want your local airport to survive, then I suggest paying the fee for drop off or extra car parking is the least of it. With Airlines suffering too revenue streams that generate any income become very important, car parking tends to be at the top of the list. I was lucky enough to be able to use staff parking till retirement (Not EGNT !) but It will not worry me paying the fee when I use Newcastle as I want the Airport to succeed. I do not understand those who complain but do not quibble at spending money on other things.