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Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
7th Mar 2024, 13:10
Replies: 66
Views: 21,054
Posted By Twitcher

The next fly-in... Kent Strut Fly-in, Manston...

The next fly-in... Kent Strut Fly-in, Manston (https://flyer.co.uk/event/kent-strut-fly-in-manston/)
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
7th Mar 2024, 13:06
Replies: 4,427
Views: 629,546
Posted By Twitcher

Just arrived at Northolt for a photographic night...

Just arrived at Northolt for a photographic night shoot apparently.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
19th Aug 2022, 10:26
Replies: 146
Views: 44,703
Posted By Twitcher

DCO granted (again)

BBC Link (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-kent-62597620)

DCO Approved again, reopen to freight in 2025.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
18th Aug 2022, 20:19
Replies: 66
Views: 21,054
Posted By Twitcher

DCO granted (again)

https://infrastructure.planninginspectorate.gov.uk/projects/south-east/manston-airport/
Again the go ahead is given to reopen.
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
15th Mar 2022, 14:52
Replies: 1
Views: 1,381
Posted By Twitcher

The runway is intact. The basic tower is there....

The runway is intact. The basic tower is there. No ground equipment, lights or radar but I guess it can act as an unlicensed airfield if it was needed. A small on site company can provide some fire...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
27th Sep 2021, 11:13
Replies: 4,427
Views: 629,546
Posted By Twitcher

Some B1s due in to Fairford this week, so keep...

Some B1s due in to Fairford this week, so keep your eyes on those screens.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
13th Aug 2020, 11:19
Replies: 146
Views: 44,703
Posted By Twitcher

The runway is, two helicopter companies operate...

The runway is, two helicopter companies operate from the field.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
4th Jan 2020, 16:39
Replies: 27
Views: 4,902
Posted By Twitcher

Some good info here, thanks for the prompts. I...

Some good info here, thanks for the prompts. I know noisy prop aircraft aren't luxurious but never looked out the window to see spinny things in a flight before. ATR floats my boat I think.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
19th Dec 2019, 19:51
Replies: 27
Views: 4,902
Posted By Twitcher

European holiday using Turboprop

For a change of plan next year I fancy going somewhere by turboprop instead of an Easy Airbus.
Ideally to the south of France of Spain or similar 'warm' destination from a London regional airport....
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
12th Sep 2018, 06:26
Replies: 12
Views: 4,053
Posted By Twitcher

More info here... VC10.net...

More info here...

VC10.net (http://www.vc10.net/History/incidents_and_accidents.html)
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
16th Feb 2016, 19:23
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Manston Airport: Three investors come forward as...

Manston Airport: Three investors come forward as potential partners to run airport (http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/manston-airport-investors-91091/)

Thanet council says three would-be...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
7th Sep 2015, 18:00
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Thanet Council and RiverOak to hold meetings over...

Thanet Council and RiverOak to hold meetings over Manston | Thanet Gazette (http://www.thanetgazette.co.uk/Thanet-Council-RiverOak-hold-meetings-Manston/story-27750795-detail/story.html)

Thanet...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
2nd Sep 2015, 17:41
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

The runway marking as it stands today... ...

The runway marking as it stands today...

http://s23.postimg.org/f2ap262iy/20150902_152451.jpg
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
30th Jun 2015, 09:12
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Manston had regular flights from Cargolux using...

Manston had regular flights from Cargolux using their latest 747-8s until closure, more than one a day on some days. Plus other cargo only carriers including Atlas etc
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
29th Jun 2015, 12:11
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Both previous posts are still assuming they want...

Both previous posts are still assuming they want and need passengers to make the place a success. Riveroak have no plans in the short term to fly any passenger routes. Freight, aircraft maintenance,...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
28th Jun 2015, 12:06
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

It seems necessary to remind you again that NO...

It seems necessary to remind you again that NO local council money will be spent on this. A third party indemnity partner foots the bill for the whole lot. The CPO and the operation.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
25th Jun 2015, 15:10
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Review by PwC into the compulsory purchase order indemnity process for Manston

Review by PwC into the compulsory purchase order indemnity process for Manston Airport.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/manston-airport-pwc-review-into-the-process
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
19th Jun 2015, 14:36
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

The airport was set up to fail before it closed....

The airport was set up to fail before it closed. Figures were adjusted to look bad. Customers were turned away, potential new routes and freight airlines weren't taken up. The real details are known...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
19th Jun 2015, 10:36
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

If you'd followed this whole episode through, you...

If you'd followed this whole episode through, you would see that NO taxpayer/government cash is required to proceed with the CPO to open the airport.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
19th Jun 2015, 08:18
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Manston Airport 'could reopen early next year'

Manston Airport 'could reopen early next year' - BBC News (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-kent-33184343)

A closed Kent airport could open early next year and the Civil Aviation Authority is...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
15th May 2015, 14:46
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Pottwiddler... Stagecoach, in whatever form...

Pottwiddler...
Stagecoach, in whatever form they were in when they bought it, never gave it a go at being a success. They planned to shut it the day they 'bought' it.
Secondly, the council stumps...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
30th Apr 2015, 15:24
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Their vision ... Manston | Sharing The Vision...

Their vision ...
Manston | Sharing The Vision (http://www.sharingthevision.co.uk/)
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
9th Apr 2015, 13:32
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

"Transport Minister John Hayes Delivers Double...

"Transport Minister John Hayes Delivers Double Boost for Manston Airport
John Hayes, the Minister of State for Aviation, has today delivered a double boost to the campaign to save Manston Airport....
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
2nd Apr 2015, 08:16
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Regarding the two previous posts .. The...

Regarding the two previous posts ..

The council will spend NO money in opening or running the airport, the proposed buyer and owner will cover all costs.

There are no plans to fly scheduled...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
19th Mar 2015, 16:18
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

PwC to report back to DfT and Thanet Council on...

PwC to report back to DfT and Thanet Council on the future of Manston Airport.

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/consultant-for-manston-airport-review-announced
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
2nd Feb 2015, 11:42
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Important day today

The future of Manston Airport will be under the spotlight at Westminster today when MPs take evidence from both its new owners and those who want it to be kept open.


Future of Manston Airport in...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
16th Jan 2015, 10:34
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Manston could still have a future as an airport -...

Manston could still have a future as an airport - according to a planning masterplan Thanet council has published.

While the council recently decided against an attempt to compulsory purchase the...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
12th Dec 2014, 10:07
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Cabinet votes CP-NO on Manston airport- for now |...

Cabinet votes CP-NO on Manston airport- for now | Thanet Gazette (http://www.thanetgazette.co.uk/Cabinet-votes-CP-Manston-airport/story-25666711-detail/story.html)
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
11th Dec 2014, 12:41
Replies: 14
Views: 4,937
Posted By Twitcher

BA 747 (BA107) ex LHR, currently in hold over Kent

Probably nothing as usual, but..

https://twitter.com/Kent_999s/status/543034284358242304
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
3rd Dec 2014, 16:53
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Manston Airport purchase plan likely to be...

Manston Airport purchase plan likely to be dropped by Thanet District Council

BBC News - Manston Airport purchase plan likely to be dropped by Thanet District Council...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
20th Nov 2014, 11:52
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Coverage in the Telegraph City Diary:...

Coverage in the Telegraph


City Diary: Dogfight looms over future of Battle of Britain airport - Telegraph...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
3rd Nov 2014, 10:17
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

Hundreds of campaigners fighting to save a...

Hundreds of campaigners fighting to save a defunct airport have gathered at the site for a visit by a US company that also wants to reopen it.

BBC News - Fight continues over Manston Airport...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
27th Oct 2014, 19:04
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

He does say ... Thank you for reply and...

He does say ...


Thank you for reply and kind and realistic words and you can use my response (in full) to put matters straight and in perspective as they really were at the time.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
27th Oct 2014, 13:05
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

KLM

From Andy Wilby, ex ATC at Manston: I was so irritated by the constant rumour about KLM "pulling out" of Manston that I wrote to my colleagues there to ask if they would put the matter straight....
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
18th Oct 2014, 16:23
Replies: 2,117
Views: 615,874
Posted By Twitcher

The lack of passenger services will make costs...

The lack of passenger services will make costs less for starters. Fewer employees required. Businesses other than Cargo and passenger operations are also encouraged by the would be owner.
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