If everyone is cutting back, how come BHX managed to handle 30+ diverts OK, a few days ago ?
The airport are not really in control anymore, there are too many other companies who's lack of resources are having a detrimental effect on the overall efficiency of the airport. Where will it end ?
I think when companies take over handling and concessions within the airport, there should be exacting standards and levels of service imposed on them, maybe with a financial penalty when they dont deliver ?
Manchester consistantly wins travel awards so it must be doing something right 90% of the time but see what happens when you let the guard down !
I understand that Gatwick are having much worse problems, is it right that BAA LHR took away a load of snow clearing equipment just prior to the sell off, or is that a wicked rumour
"LOW STOCKS OF DE-ICING FLUID"
Is that aircraft or runway de-ice