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I think a move from Alicante to Malage would also make Reus or Girona even more viable! Who knows, they could announce a move to Malaga, and then due to last minute pressure, Alicante gives in... we could have both!
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There is no reason why LDY cannot sustain both ALC and AGP.
Now as regards ALC, they have built a massive new terminal 3 which is twice the size of terminal 1 and terminal 2 put together. It has 96 check in desks and about 50 gates.
They cannot afford to lose the likes of Ryanair but the new terminal has a bit of the marble palace about it so despised by Michael O'Leary which may explain why they are having to increasse charges etc to pay for it.
Nevertheless they do need to find an amicable resolution.
Now as regards ALC, they have built a massive new terminal 3 which is twice the size of terminal 1 and terminal 2 put together. It has 96 check in desks and about 50 gates.
They cannot afford to lose the likes of Ryanair but the new terminal has a bit of the marble palace about it so despised by Michael O'Leary which may explain why they are having to increasse charges etc to pay for it.
Nevertheless they do need to find an amicable resolution.
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I wish Ryanair would hurry up with the LDY Winter schedule, really looking forward to what it brings.
Flights are not due to be released until June with July and August to make time/day changes etc. But as they have being loaded earlier this year they may put them on sale in May hopefully.
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LF's from NOC
Seen Jamie2k9 putting the following stats on the NOC thread:
Doesn't really give you confidence regarding the sustainability of these routes from NOC, but will be very interesting to see how we fair come May 13th... (Friday the 13th that is). 
In regards to BHX not being loaded yet, I expect to see a new revamped schedule with perhaps better timings and maybe an extra weekly flight. If any domestic route was to go, I think it'd be PIK with FR's lack of commitment to that airport at the moment.
Loads on TFS and LPA routes from NOC.
Tenerife - Feb = 54% (4 flights)
Tenerife - March = 58% - SNN had 77% (both airports had 10 flights)
Gran Caneria - Feb = 12% (2 flights)
Gran Caneria - March = 37% - SNN had 63% (both airports had 10 flights)
Tenerife - Feb = 54% (4 flights)
Tenerife - March = 58% - SNN had 77% (both airports had 10 flights)
Gran Caneria - Feb = 12% (2 flights)
Gran Caneria - March = 37% - SNN had 63% (both airports had 10 flights)
In regards to BHX not being loaded yet, I expect to see a new revamped schedule with perhaps better timings and maybe an extra weekly flight. If any domestic route was to go, I think it'd be PIK with FR's lack of commitment to that airport at the moment.
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I see RYR have supplied new signage to the Airport, the big map poster as you go in the door has been revamped and now includes TFS and also new signage at the RYR Ticket Desk. All the desks like Falcon etc have been completely ripped out and the workmen are busy busy! I see all RYR screens at the check-in desks now just say 'bag drop'
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Good the improvements aregoing ahead at full speed. Will be interesting to see how the security move will improve things in departures come August when I most likely next use LDY!
Done a bit of self investigation today, comparing the amount of preflight seat booking between NOC and EDI, and LDY and MAN. Services from NOC had between 4-6 seats more booked per flight. Do you think this means it's more successful or travellers from LDY and MAN are just more cost saving savvy. In all honesty, I wouldn't spend cira £6 each way just to reserve a seat. I know I can still get a window seat and as long as I'm not right beside the propellor, I'm happy. (I do have a silly paranoia about the propellor coming through the cabin!
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Done a bit of self investigation today, comparing the amount of preflight seat booking between NOC and EDI, and LDY and MAN. Services from NOC had between 4-6 seats more booked per flight. Do you think this means it's more successful or travellers from LDY and MAN are just more cost saving savvy. In all honesty, I wouldn't spend cira £6 each way just to reserve a seat. I know I can still get a window seat and as long as I'm not right beside the propellor, I'm happy. (I do have a silly paranoia about the propellor coming through the cabin!
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Done a bit of self investigation today, comparing the amount of preflight seat booking between NOC and EDI, and LDY and MAN. Services from NOC had between 4-6 seats more booked per flight. Do you think this means it's more successful or travellers from LDY and MAN are just more cost saving savvy. In all honesty, I wouldn't spend cira £6 each way just to reserve a seat. I know I can still get a window seat and as long as I'm not right beside the propellor, I'm happy.
I would expect the NOC-EDI flight to sell a little better because there is no competition into Knock from Scotland (or anywhere north of Leeds). MAN-LDY will be in competition with the LPL flight which will probably affect numbers somewhat.
I saw on another forum where a poster reported being the only fare paying passenger on an ATR 72 from Derry to Dublin this weekend. Only three came off the inbound flight to Derry. I guess the loss of the PSO routes is unlikely to have much effect on the passenger numbers of the airports involved.
Services from NOC had between 4-6 seats more booked per flight. Do you think this means it's more successful or travellers from LDY and MAN are just more cost saving savvy.
People flying with BE from NOC may never have used them before, and therefore think this is either essential or beneficial......they'll learn!
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People flying with BE from NOC may never have used them before, and therefore think this is either essential or beneficial......they'll learn!
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People flying with BE from NOC may never have used them before, and therefore think this is either essential or beneficial......they'll learn!
I also find most frustrating with Flybe is that it is quite tricky in that you almost feel that you have no option but to choose the insurance,
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I see the advertising campaign in full swing. Went through Foyleside today and the Airport had staff handing out leaflets beside the Airport backdrop with the new routes etc. Also saw staff out on the streets too. Damien is obviously a man of his word!
Great news that STN is going 2xdaily. Times are currently ridiculous, so they will indeed change. Two on a Saturday? First time this has ever happened. I'd be surprised if this remained the case.
Shame there's no sign of BHX yet. Hopefully it'll be loaded eventually.
Shame there's no sign of BHX yet. Hopefully it'll be loaded eventually.
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Woah! A real boost for the airport! And a credit to the staff and the people of the region who are supporting it. What is even better is the fact that 2 out of 7 days the airports generally dead, so with good services on Saturdays and Tuesdays from Winter one we should see figures really rocket up!
I wouldn't be concerned about the lack of BHX routes uploaded yet as I seen on there thread that only ALC has been loaded for them as yet. I bet when the route timetabling is finally sorted, we'll see an extra weekly rotation!
I wouldn't be concerned about the lack of BHX routes uploaded yet as I seen on there thread that only ALC has been loaded for them as yet. I bet when the route timetabling is finally sorted, we'll see an extra weekly rotation!
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Just done a quick calculation and found that if these new rotations remain the way they are, that gives LDY a potential further 3400 on sales seats per week with nearly a further 380 on sale if BHX has a rotation added.
Those sales would amount to basically three new domestic route being announced! Or multiple seasonal sun routes. LDY now looks like an airport that could sustain a based FR aircraft!
Those sales would amount to basically three new domestic route being announced! Or multiple seasonal sun routes. LDY now looks like an airport that could sustain a based FR aircraft!
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Those STN times are ridiculous, the flights are to close together like 20mins difference on a Wed. They have to change times. BHX will be back and daily id say and TFS!