The reason for posting this thread is simple. The high amount of traffic that the low cost sector is producing is obviously placing a strain on our Air Traffic Controllers, who are already very busy. 2 go arounds at one airport in 6 hours, in my opinion, is not normal but is proof that the runways are indeed getting to capacity.
Yes I agree, to go around is the safest thing to do when congestion or trouble lurks on the runway, but it also places an extra amount of pressure back on the radar and approach guys/girls who have to put the a/c back in the circuit for another attempt.
Heathrow Director - this is a serious thread. I have been in this business for 21 years and the growth rate in the last 5 has outdone the previous 16. Surely you would agree, low costs for the punters is very good news, but low cost is placing a strain on our already overstretched ATC system.