I've watched this thread with interest for a while and find the differing views fascinating. I don't have a 'dog in this fight', I'm just a customer who flies on a very regular basis. Living in close proximity to BHX I've traditionally used it as my local. However, I've become sick of the hours I waste on the M42 (normally between the M40 Jct and the airport) and the general superior attitude of the staff at the airport (pretty much across the board). Coventry is a great little airport in my book, it meets all my needs and the people who work there are excellent. BHX's attitude throughout the enquiry reflects their feeling of 'god given right' to a Midlands monopoly. I will continue to support Coventry with my business and hope the management find a way to reverse this protectionist decision.