Originally Posted by
pamann
Satellite 1 is a pretty nice space which was refurbished a few years back.
Satellite 2 is a bit shabby and still in the old style that satellite 1 was in before its refurb.
Satellite 3 is like a third world bus station and is what 80% of Stansted’s passengers seem to base their opinion of the airport on. It is in my opinion, truly horrid at the far end gates.
I agree. Satellite 3 is pretty vile, with the lower level gates at the far end being even worse. Compared to the other two satellites, seating appears pretty sparse, and I think they're (at least pre-Covid) in the process of remodelling the gate areas with bus-shelter style bench seating?
As regards satellite 2, it's a shame that this isn't used more often by other carriers, as the place always seems to be pretty near empty, aside from a few FR flights that use it. Also agree that it is looking very tired now and in need of a refurbishment (doesn't appear to have been updated since it was first built). Are there any plans to refurbish it in the long term?