Runway extension..
The proposed diverted A45 does indeed go through the middle of The Clock Pub where it joins the new junction roads to BHX itself.
I believe there is to be no tunnel required now, to make it affordable the plans have been amended I believe without a tunnel.
In relation to a dream list of new airlines and routes..yes theres nothing wrong with dreaming.
The first benefits will be for Emirates and PIA, who will be able to add more cargo and thus money to the routes.
Secondly it will make charter flights to the likes of Las Vegas, Calgary, Vancouver more likely.
Would not be surprised to see Virgin adding an Orlando.
Other than that, BHX would struggle to fill business or first class to destinations like Singapore..however their new lower cost venture with mostly economy could be a success as could Air Asia.
We have to get it built first and at BHX things are never nailed till they are up and running.
Nigel