At Orlando airport, Florida, they permit drop off and pick up at the terminal but with a strict no staying policy. Where pick-up is concerned, they achieve an efficient flow with an off-airport section of one of the Long Stay car parks (5 minutes drive away), appropriately named the Cell Phone Lot, which allows 2 hours free parking. As soon as the passenger is kerb side with their bags, they call for pick-up. Easy and CUSTOMER FRIENDLY! Going back to Birmingham, the roads all around the airport are littered with waiting cars. The fact remains that the entire process is totally disorganised (oh yes it is) and not planned with any other intention than making a quick buck.