Blackpool and Norwich are two further backwater airports just like Bournemouth who's operations can be likened to the proverbial turd that just keeps itself above the water. You are missing the point that Southampton has more than just close proximity to LGW going for itself when it comes to providing a sizeable base for BE in the south of England.
Last edited by Rivet Joint; 14th Jul 2013 at 12:27.