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The only way a MAN-PHL servce would restart if US Airways go under would be if a new hub/focus city or transatlantic gateway was opened at PHL by another airline and even then a MAN service could not be guarenteed as Im sure there would be bigger priorities than MAN
However I hope than US Airways and their MAN route is around for a very long time yet
However I hope than US Airways and their MAN route is around for a very long time yet
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CO are back to the 764 on MAN-EWR for now, however, for summer they will be back to 777s, as the loads are Waaay to big for the 764.
Perhaps a 2 Daily 762/764 may be in the pipeline?
Perhaps a 2 Daily 762/764 may be in the pipeline?
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Terrywilcox said:
I don't think it is as black and white as that. I agree that the managers make a huge contribution to the success of an airport business. Incentives also have a role to play in how those managers meet or exceed targets. The incentivisation mechanisms available are dependent on the ownership structure of that business. Probably one for another topic as MAN is an interesting case study in this respect, but obviously it is a broader debate than that.
At last someone realises it's the managers of an airport that make the difference,regardless of owner. Councils or private.
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Terminal 1
My theory is that MAplc have no interest in upgrading the facilities at T1 because essentially it is to be turned in to a lo-co and charter terminal, so less sophisticated facilities means cheaper fees. Possible explains why all the money seems to be going in to Terminal 2.
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ScottieDog said:
More info at
http://www.manchesteronline.co.uk/ne..._concorde.html
the Airside General Manager and the Ops Planning Manager are both leaving
http://www.manchesteronline.co.uk/ne..._concorde.html
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Of all the rumours thrown around this thread..is there any more gossip towards the more probably new Summer '05 services?
I was thinking that maybe Cathay to HK was expected or an Air China, and possibly a second New York - either CO or Delta?
IB back to Madrid and Barcelona too?
Alitalia to Rome?
I was thinking that maybe Cathay to HK was expected or an Air China, and possibly a second New York - either CO or Delta?
IB back to Madrid and Barcelona too?
Alitalia to Rome?
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Air India ?????
I had given up on them using MAN...the vibe was that a BHX service will be launched in 05, this being backed up by several indian press releases...
Hope things have changed, maybe the very old BHX runway length aurgument has come into play again ???
I had given up on them using MAN...the vibe was that a BHX service will be launched in 05, this being backed up by several indian press releases...
Hope things have changed, maybe the very old BHX runway length aurgument has come into play again ???
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Manchester Summer Slot Deadline
Just to clarify one point. The final date for the return of slots is 31st January and not, as posted by some, the 13th.
This means that we will, hopefully, know who IS NOT operating services. After that it will be a case of who takes what pickings as 'second choice' and whether the new slot availabilty will enable other airlines to commence services at times that they want.
This means that we will, hopefully, know who IS NOT operating services. After that it will be a case of who takes what pickings as 'second choice' and whether the new slot availabilty will enable other airlines to commence services at times that they want.
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More Star members to T1?
Heard a rumour (from a mopre reliable than usual source) today that Singapore may well be moving over to T1 in the summer in order to create a 'Star Hub' along with BMI, Lufthansa and LOT.
Would certainly make sense, thoug what will SQ premium passengers think of T1 facilities?!
Would certainly make sense, thoug what will SQ premium passengers think of T1 facilities?!
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Air India... ?
......do tell us more...!
They announced BHX in the Indian Press three week ago citing a larger market in Brum...although rumours from the airport suggest they that they were adamant they wanted Manchester.
...that was UNTIL they became aware that they were saddled with remote parking, they then basically turned round and told the airport to stuff it !
Maybe BHX was simply a ploy to get stands on a terminal,
hope so ?
Whilst the new Lo Co services are great, if this is now at the expense of any new long haul surely its a bit of a backward step......!
......do tell us more...!
They announced BHX in the Indian Press three week ago citing a larger market in Brum...although rumours from the airport suggest they that they were adamant they wanted Manchester.
...that was UNTIL they became aware that they were saddled with remote parking, they then basically turned round and told the airport to stuff it !
Maybe BHX was simply a ploy to get stands on a terminal,
hope so ?
Whilst the new Lo Co services are great, if this is now at the expense of any new long haul surely its a bit of a backward step......!
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News from MAN website...
Record Breaking 2004
More new routes were launched from Manchester Airport in 2004 than any other previous year. 18 new routes were announced between January and December 04, including domestic, European, and International destinations.
A mix of ‘no frills’ carriers and full service airlines operate the new flights, further strengthening Manchester’s position as the airport of choice.
The 18 new routes were: Bristol, Kerry, Manston (Kent), Plymouth, Waterford, Antigua, Bordeaux, Boston, Bucharest, Budapest, Damascus, Deer Lake, Houston, Hurghada, Miami, Paderborn, Riga and St Lucia.
New 200-Bed Low-Cost Hotel For Manchester Airport
Travelodge, working in partnership with Manchester Airport Developments (MADL), has announced that it is to start work on its largest new-build project outside of London - a 200-bedroom hotel at Manchester Airport
The £8million Travelodge, to be located next to the main access road into Terminal 2, is due to open in November 2005.
The new hotel will be built by Manchester Airport Developments, the property and development arm of the Manchester Airports Group, and leased to Travelodge for 25 years.
Record Breaking 2004
More new routes were launched from Manchester Airport in 2004 than any other previous year. 18 new routes were announced between January and December 04, including domestic, European, and International destinations.
A mix of ‘no frills’ carriers and full service airlines operate the new flights, further strengthening Manchester’s position as the airport of choice.
The 18 new routes were: Bristol, Kerry, Manston (Kent), Plymouth, Waterford, Antigua, Bordeaux, Boston, Bucharest, Budapest, Damascus, Deer Lake, Houston, Hurghada, Miami, Paderborn, Riga and St Lucia.
New 200-Bed Low-Cost Hotel For Manchester Airport
Travelodge, working in partnership with Manchester Airport Developments (MADL), has announced that it is to start work on its largest new-build project outside of London - a 200-bedroom hotel at Manchester Airport
The £8million Travelodge, to be located next to the main access road into Terminal 2, is due to open in November 2005.
The new hotel will be built by Manchester Airport Developments, the property and development arm of the Manchester Airports Group, and leased to Travelodge for 25 years.
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Moving Annual figures show that the 2m mark has already been passed in November.
The Terminal figure was 20,888,866 and the Total Passenger figure (including transits) was 21,421,921 to the end of November. This represented an 8.3% increase in the same period last year (2003).
Shame the 21m terminal figure will not be reached in 2004 - might it!
The Terminal figure was 20,888,866 and the Total Passenger figure (including transits) was 21,421,921 to the end of November. This represented an 8.3% increase in the same period last year (2003).
Shame the 21m terminal figure will not be reached in 2004 - might it!
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Just a point to all the MAN BHX bashers...PIA operates out of both airports so why can't AI????
Coments.................
BHXviscount(NOT a MAN basher but maybe slightly jealous!)
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BHXviscount(NOT a MAN basher but maybe slightly jealous!)