I have looked at the plans for the extension of the existing terminal.
They look perfectly acceptable and would readily serve until the traffic
warranted the contruction of the new terminal and station on the
Eastern boundary.
I agree with Expressflight that it is disappointing that no specific airline
is yet being mentioned, but perhaps not surprising . An airline is going
to want to see some firm commitment to improve facilities before it
makes it's own decision to commence operations.
RAL are going to have to bite the bullet and spend some real money if they
want Southend to be taken seriously.