It has to be said...
LTN once had a successful connection to LBA and I am sure many remember the airline.
I myself flew from LTN to Manchester on a scheduled flight and recall it being at least three quarters full.
However it is becoming amazing how the current airport management keep pulling in new airlines and destinations.
I used to think 18 MPPA by 2020 was not viable but this management team keeps astounding me and no doubt another 2 or 3 new airlines will no doubt be announced this year and many more routes announced after completion of the airports 'first' investment next year...