Finningly, UK - the story so far?
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Finningly, UK - the story so far?
Does anyone know any more on the progress of the development of Finningly?
The web site gives nothing away, and I know that the public enquiry has closed, due, in true UK Governmental style, to reach a decision in the Spring of 2003, but does anyone have any inside knowledge, or even rumour?
The web site gives nothing away, and I know that the public enquiry has closed, due, in true UK Governmental style, to reach a decision in the Spring of 2003, but does anyone have any inside knowledge, or even rumour?
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I'd heard it had got the go ahead...
I understand Ryanair have accepted to operate to/from and i'm sure the big orange fella won't be far behind....
I understand Ryanair have accepted to operate to/from and i'm sure the big orange fella won't be far behind....
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Hmmmmm,
FINNINGLY "Leeds", "Lincoln" "Sheffield" "Manchester?
", or heaven forfend, Doncaster!
. Sorry, it's "John Lennon east"
we aim to please, it keeps the cleaners happy
FINNINGLY "Leeds", "Lincoln" "Sheffield" "Manchester?
", or heaven forfend, Doncaster! . Sorry, it's "John Lennon east" we aim to please, it keeps the cleaners happy
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Public enquiry closed end of March - decision pending. Peel pushing for a quick decision to enable ops to begin for start of Summer 2004 season.
As is always the case with most airport expansion enquires, there were many airlines and tour operators that came forward to say that they believed the development was a "good opportunity" Non of them have yet has entered into any binding agreement, but with Peel at the helm, expect Liverpool MkII with low-cost and inclusive tour forming the bulk of the traffic. As JB says, Ryanair and Easy are the likely operators on the low-cost front.
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As is always the case with most airport expansion enquires, there were many airlines and tour operators that came forward to say that they believed the development was a "good opportunity" Non of them have yet has entered into any binding agreement, but with Peel at the helm, expect Liverpool MkII with low-cost and inclusive tour forming the bulk of the traffic. As JB says, Ryanair and Easy are the likely operators on the low-cost front.
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Heard tonight (from a well placed souce within BMA), that BMA were preparing to start a LHR service from there - to the detriment of the LBA/LHR schedule - if / and / or when it opens.
Also, that Airtours would completely pull out of Humberside
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Also, that Airtours would completely pull out of Humberside
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From the local "Doncaster Free Press" - 14/3:
"PEEL Airports called for a quick decision as the public inquiry into Finningley Airport came to a close.
The developer said that an early decision was needed so that development of the site could begin in time for the 2004 summer season.
Peter Nears, director of land and planning at Peel said: "We are pleased with the way the inquiry has proceeded and are confident of a positive outcome. We are looking forward to an early decision so we, and the airlines and tour operators who have expressed an interest in flying from Finningley, can get on with serving the requirements of local businesses and holidaymakers."
The inquiry, which has been held at the Earl of Doncaster Hotel, was due to close yesterday after six months, as government inspector Graham Self heard the closing submissions from the backers of the development.
Andrew Bosmans, of grassroots organisation FLY - Finningley Locals say Yes - said: "The RAF was a source of community pride and when RAF left Finningley we lost something that people could take pride in."
He said that the area had suffered a loss in community spirit following the miners' strikes in the 1980s, and added: "The new development's existence will put the area on the map and it will provide a positive image for Doncaster. It is a unique opportunity."
He also said that public support for the development was "overwhelming" and that 21,577 letters of support were received by FLY whereas the opponents of the development only received 505 letters against the proposals.
He added: "Our petition of support had more than 40,000 signatures."
Counsel for Doncaster Council, Simon Pickles, told the inquiry: "The benefits must be weighed against the proposal's adverse environmental and other impacts and the significance that the objectives of policy suggest should be attributed to each.
"DMBC is very keen to support Doncaster Finningley Airport, and regards this decision as of enormous significance and invites the Secretary of State to grant planning permission subject to conditions."
Peel Airports spokesman Brian Ash QC said: "There is a powerful case in terms of aviation need but that case is substantially reinforced by the other matters of regeneration, employment and sustainable travel modes. Our submission is that, in aggregate, the need case is overwhelming.
"Peel has an unchallenged and unrivalled commitment to and track record in regeneration. It has specific expertise in the operation of an airport in an Objective 1 area in Liverpool and has been conspicuously successful in achieving economic regeneration, social inclusion and increased passenger convenience and choice."
"PEEL Airports called for a quick decision as the public inquiry into Finningley Airport came to a close.
The developer said that an early decision was needed so that development of the site could begin in time for the 2004 summer season.
Peter Nears, director of land and planning at Peel said: "We are pleased with the way the inquiry has proceeded and are confident of a positive outcome. We are looking forward to an early decision so we, and the airlines and tour operators who have expressed an interest in flying from Finningley, can get on with serving the requirements of local businesses and holidaymakers."
The inquiry, which has been held at the Earl of Doncaster Hotel, was due to close yesterday after six months, as government inspector Graham Self heard the closing submissions from the backers of the development.
Andrew Bosmans, of grassroots organisation FLY - Finningley Locals say Yes - said: "The RAF was a source of community pride and when RAF left Finningley we lost something that people could take pride in."
He said that the area had suffered a loss in community spirit following the miners' strikes in the 1980s, and added: "The new development's existence will put the area on the map and it will provide a positive image for Doncaster. It is a unique opportunity."
He also said that public support for the development was "overwhelming" and that 21,577 letters of support were received by FLY whereas the opponents of the development only received 505 letters against the proposals.
He added: "Our petition of support had more than 40,000 signatures."
Counsel for Doncaster Council, Simon Pickles, told the inquiry: "The benefits must be weighed against the proposal's adverse environmental and other impacts and the significance that the objectives of policy suggest should be attributed to each.
"DMBC is very keen to support Doncaster Finningley Airport, and regards this decision as of enormous significance and invites the Secretary of State to grant planning permission subject to conditions."
Peel Airports spokesman Brian Ash QC said: "There is a powerful case in terms of aviation need but that case is substantially reinforced by the other matters of regeneration, employment and sustainable travel modes. Our submission is that, in aggregate, the need case is overwhelming.
"Peel has an unchallenged and unrivalled commitment to and track record in regeneration. It has specific expertise in the operation of an airport in an Objective 1 area in Liverpool and has been conspicuously successful in achieving economic regeneration, social inclusion and increased passenger convenience and choice."
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Thought I'd give my cynical view here.
It all seems like a good idea this airport but I can't help thinking, with Doncaster Council involved, that anything will ever happen, at least quick. Though I suppose they do have delusions of grandeur, with wanting city status an all. One final point, all those in support of the airport, I wonder how many actually live nearby where the noise impact and incresed traffic will affect them. Anyway, I'm off to think of something positive!!!
It all seems like a good idea this airport but I can't help thinking, with Doncaster Council involved, that anything will ever happen, at least quick. Though I suppose they do have delusions of grandeur, with wanting city status an all. One final point, all those in support of the airport, I wonder how many actually live nearby where the noise impact and incresed traffic will affect them. Anyway, I'm off to think of something positive!!!
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Sliding Member,
Given your rather quick update on the local political warfare of the Donny district, I would hazard a guess and suggest you live close to the Finningley airfield. What impact would it have on you? After all, the expansion would give the Rossington girls something else to do of an evening!!!!!!!!!!
Given your rather quick update on the local political warfare of the Donny district, I would hazard a guess and suggest you live close to the Finningley airfield. What impact would it have on you? After all, the expansion would give the Rossington girls something else to do of an evening!!!!!!!!!!
