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Nigel
I suppose the unknown at least to the public is to what extent EMA traffic is just pulling traffic that would use BHX anyway, if you live south of EMA then i guess BHX is no big deal or if you live North then DSA might be a consideration, but you would put the Derby/Nottingham catchment area at risk of using one of the other EMA based operators.
Personally i can't see them pulling the plug on EMA, Leeds on the other hand must be a uphill battle against FR & Jet2, but they face the same at EMA so who knows? perhaps DSA might give them an easier slice of the cake.
I suppose the unknown at least to the public is to what extent EMA traffic is just pulling traffic that would use BHX anyway, if you live south of EMA then i guess BHX is no big deal or if you live North then DSA might be a consideration, but you would put the Derby/Nottingham catchment area at risk of using one of the other EMA based operators.
Personally i can't see them pulling the plug on EMA, Leeds on the other hand must be a uphill battle against FR & Jet2, but they face the same at EMA so who knows? perhaps DSA might give them an easier slice of the cake.
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Facelookedbovvered,
I think also you have to factor in the MAG effect, EMA being a MAG airport.
Sure they would want any extra passengers that might head to LBA to instead go to a MAG group Airport, would they have pulling power over MON re this ?
Nigel
I think also you have to factor in the MAG effect, EMA being a MAG airport.
Sure they would want any extra passengers that might head to LBA to instead go to a MAG group Airport, would they have pulling power over MON re this ?
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Not been officially announced yet but it's clear Gatwick's seasonal Air China A330 to Beijing is unlikely to return next year as CA have just announced double daily A332s out of LHR this winter.
Fair play for trying but like Korean Air, certain markets continue to massively favour LHR.
Fair play for trying but like Korean Air, certain markets continue to massively favour LHR.
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Have to agree, very unlikely Air China will return after this summer now. The only thing that could net LGW a Chinese route in the future could be an airline like Hanian who don't already serve LHR, and I can only see this happening if the Visa rules and Bilateral's are eased to make travel between the UK and China easier and more attractive to business and leisure passengers alike.
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Air One will cease flying to London Gatwick from Catania and Palermo at end of September. Rather a shame as traffic to Catania has been given a real boost this year from the launch of the route.
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Anyone know or have any input as to the Iraqi Airlines services from LGW. Working at Gatwick I do see them out the window but can't help but wonder if they will be able to stay profitable in light of the recent events involving Iraq
evergreenlondon, it is indeed a shame about AirOne, it is my understanding they are soon to cease to exist?
evergreenlondon, it is indeed a shame about AirOne, it is my understanding they are soon to cease to exist?
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I wonder if BA will further increase their Catania frequency next Summer in light of the withdrawal of Air One. Palermo might also be worth looking at a couple of times a week.
In addition BA flights to Paphos seem to be always heavily booked. They were 5 weekly this Summer, maybe some scope to increase to daily during the peak period. We shall see.
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In addition BA flights to Paphos seem to be always heavily booked. They were 5 weekly this Summer, maybe some scope to increase to daily during the peak period. We shall see.
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Norwegian Long Haul S15
It looks as though 787-8 number 8 (try saying that over and over again...) will be based in LGW for next summer from the current schedule:
JFK - 6 weekly (3 weekly S14)
LAX - 4 weekly (2 weekly S14)
FLL - 1 weekly (2 weekly S14)
It is a shame to see FLL reduced so soon, although I expect concerns about punctuality put off a lot of potential cruise passengers. However the increases to JFK and LAX should help make DY a more appealing option by offering some additional flexibility for passengers. The above is 11 weekly flights in total so I shall hedge bets on a 2/3 weekly service to OAK being announced soon to fill the gap!
Source: Norwegian S15 Proposed Long-Haul Service Changes as of 01SEP14 | Airline Route
JFK - 6 weekly (3 weekly S14)
LAX - 4 weekly (2 weekly S14)
FLL - 1 weekly (2 weekly S14)
It is a shame to see FLL reduced so soon, although I expect concerns about punctuality put off a lot of potential cruise passengers. However the increases to JFK and LAX should help make DY a more appealing option by offering some additional flexibility for passengers. The above is 11 weekly flights in total so I shall hedge bets on a 2/3 weekly service to OAK being announced soon to fill the gap!
Source: Norwegian S15 Proposed Long-Haul Service Changes as of 01SEP14 | Airline Route
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So today marks the long awaited return of Garuda to LGW. I wish them well & hope the route proves a success. Does anyone know how well it's selling?
Good to read that Norwegian's long haul operation is increasing in 2015. Presumably this will require at least two 787's & from the routes & frequencies confirmed so far, there's still a bit of scope to grow further?
It sounds like Air China are unlikely to return so it isn't all good news for LGW's long haul ambitions but is there likely to be any more new routes in the offing?
Good to read that Norwegian's long haul operation is increasing in 2015. Presumably this will require at least two 787's & from the routes & frequencies confirmed so far, there's still a bit of scope to grow further?
It sounds like Air China are unlikely to return so it isn't all good news for LGW's long haul ambitions but is there likely to be any more new routes in the offing?
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On other forums it is stated that Air Zimbabwe wish to reinstate there Harare to LGW route and the airline are considering new aircraft such as an Airbus A340, but time will tell on that one, if it is the case it would be a welcome return for the airline and at least LGW secures another long haul destination.
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Norwegian Premium passengers will now be able to use the No. 1 Lounge for free at Gatwick and economy passengers can pay £25 to enter (door price is £30).
Norwegian agree Gatwick lounge deal with No.1 Traveller
Since Garuda started yesterday, does anybody know how forward bookings are looking for the route, I imagine the constant chopping and changing has not helped it.
Norwegian agree Gatwick lounge deal with No.1 Traveller
Since Garuda started yesterday, does anybody know how forward bookings are looking for the route, I imagine the constant chopping and changing has not helped it.
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Aegean
Airlineroute.net reporting Aegean to Heraklion next summer starting at four a week increasing to six.
I assume the route is new as a schedule even if not the airline.
Pete
I assume the route is new as a schedule even if not the airline.
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Interesting that opening up new point to point markets with cutting edge B787 tech suddenly looks like trying to take market share from core and exisiting bread and butter markets.
Anyone know how FLL is doing?
Anyone know how FLL is doing?
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Im not sure Norwegian ever said they were to fly 787 on ground breaking point to point services on untapped markets ? That was some of the legacy carriers...
I understand the FLL and Orlando demographics are actually subtly different and so in theory should complement each other. 90% of Orlando is point to point Disney seekers, whereas FLL has an older clientèle with larger cruise component, more likely to be travelling to MIA or elsewhere in Florida and even transferring at some point outwith FL.
Doesn't appear to be any reduction in FLL schedules as a result...
FLL is an excellent alternative to the hellhole that is MIA
I understand the FLL and Orlando demographics are actually subtly different and so in theory should complement each other. 90% of Orlando is point to point Disney seekers, whereas FLL has an older clientèle with larger cruise component, more likely to be travelling to MIA or elsewhere in Florida and even transferring at some point outwith FL.
Doesn't appear to be any reduction in FLL schedules as a result...
FLL is an excellent alternative to the hellhole that is MIA