Originally Posted by
SWBKCB
Southend has many disadvantages for both airline and passenger.
Lack of brand awareness (perception of fauilure?), "interesting" financial position of the airport operator, operating restrictions, poor road access, limited terminal facilities - shops, bars, etc, lack of destinations, no economies of scale for operators/high start up costs if your setting up a base/plenty of availability at more established rivals.
Apart from that it has been voted the best London airport for many years running. Just an observation in the interest of balance!