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Well maybe if they all move away we can level the hangars and build a bazillion more stands for executive jets. Just kidding of course, Would make more money that way though no? hehe
It is certainly the case that numerous airlines have started ops at Luton and diversified away as they have grown. I suspect that is inevitable - there simply isn't enough traffic (or space) at LTN for 38 Monarch aircraft, 48 (ish) Thomson, and 200 plus EZY!
It suggests Luton's a good place to start up though. (forgetting Court Line and Debonair)
It suggests Luton's a good place to start up though. (forgetting Court Line and Debonair)
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Thompsons and many other IT companies deliberately reduce demand at Luton and other airports in the southeast to push up demand at Gatwick by charging such high supplements when comparing comparable flight times.
While those local to Luton will often pay the supplements many others will head south and save a few hundred pounds. As already mentioned a while ago a neighbour of mine who lives not a mile from Luton flew from Gatwick to save a small fortune.
While those local to Luton will often pay the supplements many others will head south and save a few hundred pounds. As already mentioned a while ago a neighbour of mine who lives not a mile from Luton flew from Gatwick to save a small fortune.
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Thompsons and many other IT companies deliberately reduce demand at Luton and other airports in the southeast to push up demand at Gatwick by charging such high supplements when comparing comparable flight times.
).....Thomson (no p!) have no problem selling their program from LTN so they are hardly reducing demand!!
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Being a big user of TUI Thomson flights from Luton, they must average >90% all the time. I'm sure if they based another frame they would have no problem filling it - is it just the travel agent arm discounts LGW?
Being a big user of TUI Thomson flights from Luton, they must average >90% all the time. I'm sure if they based another frame they would have no problem filling it - is it just the travel agent arm discounts LGW?
Historically, TOM has actually kept the same overall summer capacity at LTN since the 737-200 was retired back in the early 90's. At that time around six aircraft were based (two of which were kept busy on the MOD charters to Germany which ceased when the type was withdrawn) From then on, two 757's were based (with a 767 occasionally swapping or operating MCO flights etc) More recently, its been a mix of one 757 and two 737's in the summer giving a greater range of destinations.
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All the best Mr. Bust - your clear and concise transmissions will be very much missed.
Will you be taking up "spotting" like our mutual friend ... despite all his denials?
OLY1B
Will you be taking up "spotting" like our mutual friend ... despite all his denials?
OLY1B
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I will be seeking advice from Mr Bear on the subject of spotting.
Seriously, thank you to everyone over the many years, both those that listen and more importantly those that I have attempted to 'control' for putting up with my ramblings!
Seriously, thank you to everyone over the many years, both those that listen and more importantly those that I have attempted to 'control' for putting up with my ramblings!
LB..a happy and healthy retirement and whatever you plan to do make sure you enjoy yourself.
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Me a spotter! In denial! I will book the hotel tomorrow night on Mr Bust's credit card!
AirBlue......it is gonna happen!
Anyway, off to torture Stanley just a bit more and get some tips on how to get a blue rinse from an ole dear I know! Maybe it should be HairBlue!
AirBlue......it is gonna happen!
Anyway, off to torture Stanley just a bit more and get some tips on how to get a blue rinse from an ole dear I know! Maybe it should be HairBlue!
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The air is often blue in our household.
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When does work start on the expansion?
Hi Guys,
Was dropping a family member off at the airport this morning. Not been there in a few months...
Was surprised to see no work has commenced on the front of the terminal, as I thought they were filling in the gap where the buses drop off. Also the same drop off zone and layout has not changed.
I thought all the work was due to be complete by the start of next summers timetable???
That only gives them four to five months to get the taxiways and terminal extended, new parking spaces and a multi-storey built. Call me cynical, but I think getting all that done, in that timeframe is near impossible, unless they temporarily close the airport for a few months.
Was dropping a family member off at the airport this morning. Not been there in a few months...
Was surprised to see no work has commenced on the front of the terminal, as I thought they were filling in the gap where the buses drop off. Also the same drop off zone and layout has not changed.
I thought all the work was due to be complete by the start of next summers timetable???
That only gives them four to five months to get the taxiways and terminal extended, new parking spaces and a multi-storey built. Call me cynical, but I think getting all that done, in that timeframe is near impossible, unless they temporarily close the airport for a few months.
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They haven't put in the planning application yet, although I think that is imminent. From memory, I don't think any major work is due to start until the autumn next year and that is obviously assuming planning approval is not held up