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Before they even started digging up Stand 14 & 12 to make the new A380 stand 12, MAPlc (as it was) invited all ground handlers and service providers to review the plans to agree it was a workable stand.
I attened a few of these meetings and asked the daft question of why no Airbridge, it was initally rejected due to funds and not much chance of seeing an A380.
From what 'The96er' said it seems they have gone with the design we sketched out, i even have the paper copy of the origional plans with the pen over the top of where the Airbridge should go.
At least they finally have seen scense....if they can built it in time.
Just for the record there are no A380 Upper Deck Passenger Servicing Steps ready for use yet.
I attened a few of these meetings and asked the daft question of why no Airbridge, it was initally rejected due to funds and not much chance of seeing an A380.
From what 'The96er' said it seems they have gone with the design we sketched out, i even have the paper copy of the origional plans with the pen over the top of where the Airbridge should go.
At least they finally have seen scense....if they can built it in time.
Just for the record there are no A380 Upper Deck Passenger Servicing Steps ready for use yet.
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ok thanks for the info. Sounds like good news. Any timeframe on the replacement of Pier B? It really doesn't create a good impression for visitors....Pier C not much better btw
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Developments - Terminals
Now that majority of work on the retail side of things seems complete, anyone know if there are any plans for more lounges / exec facilities at MAN??? I'm guessing T1 being the main likelihood?
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T3
Just got back having flown from T3 for the 1st time and what a heap of dung the place is. OK, it is only the pedestrian route that p1sses me off. We were lucky, it wasn't throwing it down but it was bloody cold, is it beyond MAPlc to put in some kind of covered walkway for those plebs such as I who think it a good idea to use public transport?
We were flying BMIbaby to AMS but in future I'll go back to using EZY from LPL despite MAN being closer.
We were flying BMIbaby to AMS but in future I'll go back to using EZY from LPL despite MAN being closer.
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Let me get this straight, you are now flying from LPL that has a route from MAN, and closer, purely because you had to walk outside?!
Firstly, as you said, MAN is closer and better connected to public transport (MAN has a rail, coach and bus station) and if I remember correctly, public transport to LPL still stops outside in the open air and is a slightly further walk to the aircraft from the gate at LPL too (granted not by a huge amount but still)
Seems like your splitting a rather fine hair to me!!
Firstly, as you said, MAN is closer and better connected to public transport (MAN has a rail, coach and bus station) and if I remember correctly, public transport to LPL still stops outside in the open air and is a slightly further walk to the aircraft from the gate at LPL too (granted not by a huge amount but still)
Seems like your splitting a rather fine hair to me!!
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I believe that a covered walkway from T1 to T3 is happening soon.
And the new A380 stand will have a double airbridge.... presuming it will serve upper and lower decks.
This info came from staff at MAN.
And the new A380 stand will have a double airbridge.... presuming it will serve upper and lower decks.
This info came from staff at MAN.
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A380 Flight and CX again
Taken from the 1% reliable airlinersnet page is the following:-
As reported elsewhere (and person reporting appears to be spot on with their forecasts !): date for diary as there's an Airbus flight coming in from Toulouse on the 13th August at 1135 and departing to Hamburg on 14th August at 1335. No type mentioned but flight numbers AIB900/901. Let's see if we can work out what it can be....
Also mentioned by him is CX A340s from August 2011.
Possible that the A380may be true as this would be required before EK starts in Sept
But CX have we not been round the M60 clockwise and anti-clockwise on this one, only time will tell, thats if we are young enough to see it
As reported elsewhere (and person reporting appears to be spot on with their forecasts !): date for diary as there's an Airbus flight coming in from Toulouse on the 13th August at 1135 and departing to Hamburg on 14th August at 1335. No type mentioned but flight numbers AIB900/901. Let's see if we can work out what it can be....
Also mentioned by him is CX A340s from August 2011.
Possible that the A380may be true as this would be required before EK starts in Sept
But CX have we not been round the M60 clockwise and anti-clockwise on this one, only time will tell, thats if we are young enough to see it
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New AVP Prices
There has been a huge amount of discussion on the new AVP pricing policy which coincides with the introduction of the pay on exit barrier system, as with everything there are loosers and winners with change, obviously MAG have done market research and priced accordingly. I understand that most visitors stay less than 2 hours, these will benefit from a decrease, the changes really hit those staying more than 2 hours. The multi entrance ticket now seems to be an even bigger bargain. ***TAS have nothing to do with these changes***
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FREE entry for visitors entering on foot, by public transport and bicycle (not motorbile)
Multi Entry
Multi Entry Tickets are also available please enquire at the Aviation shop’
Get a further 10% off is you are a member of the Aviation Society when you purchase your ticket from the Aviation shop.
The ticket covers one person for one visit and is not transferable.
Tickets can be purchased from the attendant in the entry kiosk or from the Aviation Shop. If you are a member of the Aviation Society and purchase your ticket from the shop, you will receive a further discount of 10%. What amazing value!
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- £3 for up to 1 hours stay
- £6 for up to 2 hours stay
- £9 for up to 3 hours stay
- £12 for over 3 hours stay
- £12 for Coaches, no limit
FREE entry for visitors entering on foot, by public transport and bicycle (not motorbile)
Multi Entry
Multi Entry Tickets are also available please enquire at the Aviation shop’
Get a further 10% off is you are a member of the Aviation Society when you purchase your ticket from the Aviation shop.
The ticket covers one person for one visit and is not transferable.
Tickets can be purchased from the attendant in the entry kiosk or from the Aviation Shop. If you are a member of the Aviation Society and purchase your ticket from the shop, you will receive a further discount of 10%. What amazing value!
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Passenger traffic at Manchester airport falls 6.95 per cent in March - Crain's Manchester Business
2 items of interest:
2 items of interest:
The rate at which passenger traffic fell at Manchester airport slowed for the second month in a row, new figures reveal. The airport saw a total of 1.25m people go through its terminals last month, compared to 1.34m in the same period in 2009, a 6.95 per cent decline. In February, traffic was down 10.6 per cent while in January it fell 14 per cent.
Meanwhile, Jet2.com boss chief executive Philip Meeson said the airline planned to expand from Manchester in the future and possibly add transatlantic routes to its schedule.
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We were flying BMIbaby to AMS but in future I'll go back to using EZY from LPL despite MAN being closer.
I still think it's a disgrace that there's no pass holder discount (MAPLC aside) at the AVP. My little one loves to go but it's an expensive morning out. They don't charge at EMA and that's much the better park as there are more static displays to look at/in.
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No hair being split by me, simply a pragmatic decision. We live on the outskirts of Rochdale and, since our train service (Oldham loop) was withdrawn in Oct to allow Metrolink to bugger it up, we have to take a taxi to R'dale station, change at Salford Crescent then walk quite a distance (if T3). From home to gate is about 1.5 hours on a good day. On a Sunday you can double that as it means Metro across town to catch train at Victoria.
From LPL, throw bags in car, 40 min drive to pre-booked parking, 5 min walk (if that) to check in. Same on the way back. No contest.
If you add to that no bar at MAN before airside I will go for LPL if poss.
I am in the fortunate position to have 3 airports nearby, LBA is not too far away so will choose the most comfortable option.
On a more positive note, we did notice this time round that security staff seemed more human/amenable, a welcome change, but did not make up for the crap layout of MAN.
Hope this clarifies things for you wanna_be_there.
From LPL, throw bags in car, 40 min drive to pre-booked parking, 5 min walk (if that) to check in. Same on the way back. No contest.
If you add to that no bar at MAN before airside I will go for LPL if poss.
I am in the fortunate position to have 3 airports nearby, LBA is not too far away so will choose the most comfortable option.
On a more positive note, we did notice this time round that security staff seemed more human/amenable, a welcome change, but did not make up for the crap layout of MAN.
Hope this clarifies things for you wanna_be_there.
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No hair being split by me, simply a pragmatic decision. We live on the outskirts of Rochdale and, since our train service (Oldham loop) was withdrawn in Oct to allow Metrolink to bugger it up, we have to take a taxi to R'dale station, change at Salford Crescent then walk quite a distance (if T3). From home to gate is about 1.5 hours on a good day. On a Sunday you can double that as it means Metro across town to catch train at Victoria.
From LPL, throw bags in car, 40 min drive to pre-booked parking, 5 min walk (if that) to check in. Same on the way back. No contest.
From LPL, throw bags in car, 40 min drive to pre-booked parking, 5 min walk (if that) to check in. Same on the way back. No contest.
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al446. If you really, really need a bar before going airside at T3, you'll find that the large, unmssable coffee shop has a large unmissable refrigerator full of alcoholic beverages.
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You can bang your head against a brick wall because i know many plane/airport geeks have there views against the increase in retail at certain airports but the fact of the matter is that it is what MOST passengers want. The most common complaint RE: T3 at MAN is the fact that there aren't enough retail outlets. If, in a years time, we see a significant amount of retailers pulling out of T1 then maybe you have a point... but if not we can assume they are making money and therefore providing what passengers want.
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SASKATOON9999,
I have to say that most of my punters like the 'new' T1 , the fast security is one of the best in the country.
And please don't use the word abortion out of context, its distasteful and dumbs down any valid points you have to make.
Cheers TS
I have to say that most of my punters like the 'new' T1 , the fast security is one of the best in the country.
And please don't use the word abortion out of context, its distasteful and dumbs down any valid points you have to make.
Cheers TS
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There will always be the exception but I've found all three terminals quite slick in terms of security and shops can be ignored. The only poor show was the first visible screen in T3 with 'blue screen of death' - but that can happen to anyone.
Anyway, whatever happened to this scheme for Pier B?
Aedas.com - MANCHESTER AIRPORT TERMINAL 1
Anyway, whatever happened to this scheme for Pier B?
Aedas.com - MANCHESTER AIRPORT TERMINAL 1
since our train service (Oldham loop) was withdrawn in Oct to allow Metrolink to bugger it up
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Indeed, as someone who lives on the Alty line I can testify that the Metrolink service is significantly better than the old heavy rail service.
It is no surprise that passenger numbers more than doubled as soon as the line opened as Metrolink, and have continued to grow ever since.
We'll all see the benefits come 2016 when the trams reach the airport - giving those in the south of the region much improved public transport links to the airport - no need to travel into town any more to get to the airport!
It is no surprise that passenger numbers more than doubled as soon as the line opened as Metrolink, and have continued to grow ever since.
We'll all see the benefits come 2016 when the trams reach the airport - giving those in the south of the region much improved public transport links to the airport - no need to travel into town any more to get to the airport!