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If there was an issue with bases diluting one another, you wouldn’t see these combinations; EMA vs BHX, GLA vs EDI, MAN vs LBA.
Current bases have a catchment overlap with others as above.
Personally my money would go on; LPL, MME, CWL in that order with BOH as an outsider.
Current bases have a catchment overlap with others as above.
Personally my money would go on; LPL, MME, CWL in that order with BOH as an outsider.
Not sure whether there is any truth to this new base rumour as it would be quite a leak for anything like that to seep out, they keep it quiet for good reason!
That said, LGW is the only one that makes sense currently that is not currently served, unless there is to be a strategy change I can’t imagine LPL would be on their priority list with MAN being so close. Perhaps if Wizzair U.K. are not going to be around for too much longer the slots may open up for Jet2 to enter LGW. Then you have pretty much all of the country covered.
That said, LGW is the only one that makes sense currently that is not currently served, unless there is to be a strategy change I can’t imagine LPL would be on their priority list with MAN being so close. Perhaps if Wizzair U.K. are not going to be around for too much longer the slots may open up for Jet2 to enter LGW. Then you have pretty much all of the country covered.
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Not sure whether there is any truth to this new base rumour as it would be quite a leak for anything like that to seep out, they keep it quiet for good reason!
That said, LGW is the only one that makes sense currently that is not currently served, unless there is to be a strategy change I can’t imagine LPL would be on their priority list with MAN being so close. Perhaps if Wizzair U.K. are not going to be around for too much longer the slots may open up for Jet2 to enter LGW. Then you have pretty much all of the country covered.
That said, LGW is the only one that makes sense currently that is not currently served, unless there is to be a strategy change I can’t imagine LPL would be on their priority list with MAN being so close. Perhaps if Wizzair U.K. are not going to be around for too much longer the slots may open up for Jet2 to enter LGW. Then you have pretty much all of the country covered.
For there to be a substantial new base Jet2 Holidays will need a significant increase in the number of holidays they can sell on their ATOL. If there is truth in the rumours that will be it credence.
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LPL would seem the obvious choice for a number of reasons if this rumour is true. They are close enough to Manchester to staff the base from there intially, Liverpool has both the terminal capacity and more than sufficient stands available. A considerable number of their Manchest customers must surely come from the Lverpools City region and North Wales. Manchester has capacity problems during redevlopment - reported elsewhere that Easyjet have been told not to operate UK domestic departures from MAN because of this. There is no competition with any other full package holiday operator at Liverpool, - Easyjet holidays offering is somehat different to Jet2´s
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With well documented supply chain issues for new A321s can someone please tell me where on earth Jet2 are going to get 3/4 737-800's (smallest capacity aircraft) from to open a new base?
Until it comes from the horses mouth or there is a change in Airbus situation (speedier delivery to displace 737-800's) then I don't see another base at least not until S25. And even then the fleet replacement of 300 and 757's will be taking place.
Until it comes from the horses mouth or there is a change in Airbus situation (speedier delivery to displace 737-800's) then I don't see another base at least not until S25. And even then the fleet replacement of 300 and 757's will be taking place.
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With well documented supply chain issues for new A321s can someone please tell me where on earth Jet2 are going to get 3/4 737-800's (smallest capacity aircraft) from to open a new base?
Until it comes from the horses mouth or there is a change in Airbus situation (speedier delivery to displace 737-800's) then I don't see another base at least not until S25. And even then the fleet replacement of 300 and 757's will be taking place.
Until it comes from the horses mouth or there is a change in Airbus situation (speedier delivery to displace 737-800's) then I don't see another base at least not until S25. And even then the fleet replacement of 300 and 757's will be taking place.
LPL would seem the obvious choice for a number of reasons if this rumour is true. They are close enough to Manchester to staff the base from there intially, Liverpool has both the terminal capacity and more than sufficient stands available. A considerable number of their Manchest customers must surely come from the Lverpools City region and North Wales. Manchester has capacity problems during redevlopment - reported elsewhere that Easyjet have been told not to operate UK domestic departures from MAN because of this. There is no competition with any other full package holiday operator at Liverpool, - Easyjet holidays offering is somehat different to Jet2´s
I maintain that LGW would make most sense given their current growth pattern. But this is all academic as it doesn’t seem like an appropriate time to open a new base.
In response to questions over Wizzair U.K., don’t appear to be doing too well.
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During summer, particularly at weekends, Easyjet at LGW seem to be very focussed on taking people to the beach. Biggest base and most likely a critical source of profit. I'm wondering if Jet2 opening substantially at Gatwick might (eventually) force Easyjet into a merger with another player, be it TUI, Wizz, IAG or another company.
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LPL would seem the obvious choice for a number of reasons if this rumour is true. They are close enough to Manchester to staff the base from there intially, Liverpool has both the terminal capacity and more than sufficient stands available. A considerable number of their Manchest customers must surely come from the Lverpools City region and North Wales. Manchester has capacity problems during redevlopment - reported elsewhere that Easyjet have been told not to operate UK domestic departures from MAN because of this. There is no competition with any other full package holiday operator at Liverpool, - Easyjet holidays offering is somehat different to Jet2´s
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Not trying to say it’s not happening as I don’t know, but if they wanted to open another base then LGW would be it in my view, as it’s a huge market they don’t currently serve. Huge confidence in the people in charge of growth and strategy, they are savvy and will make the call based on what is best for the business and for the shareholders, along with the customer as a priority of course. Just would like to know how this rumour has started as they are very tight lipped about these things so would remain skeptical of any Internet rumours at the moment.
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LPL may be 35 minutes from MAN but there is a whole potential catchment on The Wirral and west of Speke which will doubtless include current TUI as well as Jets Manchester customers who could see a LPL offer as being enticing. Then there is North Wales for which the same applies.
Its not just a case of making it easier for existing Jet2 customers but nicking business from their principal competitors.
Its not just a case of making it easier for existing Jet2 customers but nicking business from their principal competitors.
LPL may be 35 minutes from MAN but there is a whole potential catchment on The Wirral and west of Speke which will doubtless include current TUI as well as Jets Manchester customers who could see a LPL offer as being enticing. Then there is North Wales for which the same applies.
Its not just a case of making it easier for existing Jet2 customers but nicking business from their principal competitors.
Its not just a case of making it easier for existing Jet2 customers but nicking business from their principal competitors.