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EDI doesn't, INTERNATIONAL passengers arriving have their own inbound route. The confusing this is that at GLA and STN, even domestic arrivals are kept seperate from the main lounge, even though they are screened to UK standards and have to clear security again if connecting !
I think there is a Schengen issue as well.
I think there is a Schengen issue as well.
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I assume EU regulations allow arriving passengers who have been screened in the EU to mix with departing passengers as there are plenty of airports where this happens (not just domestic passengers) eg Palma
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Pictures inside T1
Saw these pictures of the completed T1 departures on BBC's website, for those who have not been through.
BBC - Manchester - In pictures: Airport's T1 revamp
BBC - Manchester - In pictures: Airport's T1 revamp
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Good to see the revamp
Am I being a moaner ? but the selection of pictures tend to convey a clostrophobic feel (the last one being an exeption) - It may be the effect of the camera lenses but the ceilings seem very low - Good to see a spacious security area though - Other Aerodromes take note. Its nice to see a non tatty terminal - Competitors beware, in hard times, the monied passenger "experence" will infulence where they choose to travel from.
CAT III. (A very non monied SLF)
CAT III. (A very non monied SLF)
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I posted earlier this week about my positive outbound flight from T3 to Guernsey.
Today, just arrived back on BEE558, arrived approx. 10 mins early. The capt. said that as it was a Saturday we were going to do an "engineering check" which would last 20 secs, we held at B4 and the test was then done.
Arrived on stand at 17:33, straight off the plane, waited probably 5 mins for bags to come through and was at the exit to T3 at 17:46.
Very good imo, very clean and no congestion!
Another report in a few weeks as i'm off to Tenerife on the 13th-20th July.
Today, just arrived back on BEE558, arrived approx. 10 mins early. The capt. said that as it was a Saturday we were going to do an "engineering check" which would last 20 secs, we held at B4 and the test was then done.
Arrived on stand at 17:33, straight off the plane, waited probably 5 mins for bags to come through and was at the exit to T3 at 17:46.
Very good imo, very clean and no congestion!
Another report in a few weeks as i'm off to Tenerife on the 13th-20th July.
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Been said by a few but must compliment my recent trip to AGP via T1 last Sunday morning. It was extremely busy but the whole experience was positive. Got back late last night, GF's case was on the carousel as we came doen the stairs.
Also had nice experience with Air Finland both ways who were deputising for ZB, has a 321 been tech?. Meal & drinks included both ways. I also think it is a big positive that booze isn't served, especially as there were a few worse for wear coming back.
Also had nice experience with Air Finland both ways who were deputising for ZB, has a 321 been tech?. Meal & drinks included both ways. I also think it is a big positive that booze isn't served, especially as there were a few worse for wear coming back.
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The revamp of T1 looks great! Bring on the new Pier B!
So what is now were the pub (forgotton the name) and cafe used to be, where u could walk to T3? That was all boarded up last time I saw it in Dec 08.
So what is now were the pub (forgotton the name) and cafe used to be, where u could walk to T3? That was all boarded up last time I saw it in Dec 08.
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Pub was called 'The Donkey Stone', which for non-Northerners was a friable stone block that women used to buff up their doorsteps with. What is more annoying is that the Burger King went as well, so there's no fast food in T3.
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Is Manchester turning a corner? Once one of the best airports in the world with awards to prove it and now the new revamps, which I think look fantastic by the way, are making the place look more appealing to it's customers.
One thing that I have noticed is that people seem to be avoiding MAN for LPL as it is more quite or as they say "Manchester is too busy," "too many people" etc. I think more space is what the airport needs and a new pier would bring that. By doing this it gives the passenger the perception of the airport being less busy. I know it is little things but these can make a big difference.
I personally love flying through Manchester because of the 'hussle and bussle' and while I sit and have a coffee I can people watch and wonder where all these '000s of people are heading - it's great!
Long live MAN and I hope the good reports keep coming and expansion and revamp continues!
One thing that I have noticed is that people seem to be avoiding MAN for LPL as it is more quite or as they say "Manchester is too busy," "too many people" etc. I think more space is what the airport needs and a new pier would bring that. By doing this it gives the passenger the perception of the airport being less busy. I know it is little things but these can make a big difference.
I personally love flying through Manchester because of the 'hussle and bussle' and while I sit and have a coffee I can people watch and wonder where all these '000s of people are heading - it's great!
Long live MAN and I hope the good reports keep coming and expansion and revamp continues!
Just a quick clarification of why EK take the "scenic route" onto stand 31 ..
The engineers have suggested that the turn is too tight onto stand and may overstress the main gear.
I believe this has been referred back to Dubai for clarifiation/assesment.
In the meantime the a/c gets a "follow me" towards T2 then back via taxiway papa to stand 31 ...... this allows a gentle deviation onto stand rather than the turn.
A number of the pilots do not agree ..... at least one has made the turn anyway
The engineers have suggested that the turn is too tight onto stand and may overstress the main gear.
I believe this has been referred back to Dubai for clarifiation/assesment.
In the meantime the a/c gets a "follow me" towards T2 then back via taxiway papa to stand 31 ...... this allows a gentle deviation onto stand rather than the turn.
A number of the pilots do not agree ..... at least one has made the turn anyway
Just a quick clarification of why EK take the "scenic route" onto stand 31 ..
The engineers have suggested that the turn is too tight onto stand and may overstress the main gear.
I believe this has been referred back to Dubai for clarifiation/assesment.
In the meantime the a/c gets a "follow me" towards T2 then back via taxiway papa to stand 31 ...... this allows a gentle deviation onto stand rather than the turn.
The engineers have suggested that the turn is too tight onto stand and may overstress the main gear.
I believe this has been referred back to Dubai for clarifiation/assesment.
In the meantime the a/c gets a "follow me" towards T2 then back via taxiway papa to stand 31 ...... this allows a gentle deviation onto stand rather than the turn.
The flight crew mentioned that if they don't get the turn just right then they are on max tiller so there's no room for error.
It also means that occasionally the aircraft is on stand at an angle instead of parallel with the centre line. This excaserbated the original pushback procedure (which has now been altered). It's all a bit OTT but in this age of litigation everyones covering their arris.
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Monarch new year round scheduled flights to Las Palmas and Fuerteventura. 2 flights per week on each route
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One thing that I have noticed is that people seem to be avoiding MAN for LPL
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Originally Posted by al446
I dont have to walk ridiculous distances
Originally Posted by al446
It is not about 'too big'
I understand what you mean thought.
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Is it just me that thinks LPL is looking really tired and in need of TLC ?
A good fettle and a lick of paint needed
Mind you when you have the LOCO's as your main customers then perhaps funds are a little tight
A good fettle and a lick of paint needed
Mind you when you have the LOCO's as your main customers then perhaps funds are a little tight