Just to clarify a few facts about BHD - it was indeed previously operated by Shorts/Bombardier but is now operated by Ferrovial - the land including the runway (which was totally resurfaced last year) is actually owned by Belfast Harbour Commissioners.
The passenger cap has now been removed and most of the hostility has come from its competitor on the shores of Lough Neagh.
Quote "if that never existed, Aldergrove would be the only airport in Belfast" - true, except for the fact that it isn't anywhere near Belfast (15 miles away) with second rate road connections and no rail link - the main reasons why BHD exists and is increasingly popular.
Last edited by ALLMCC; 29th Dec 2005 at 13:14.