AirTalk.org Aviation discussions newsgroups   Archives   FAQ   Search   Memberlist   Usergroups   Register   Profile   Log in to check your private messages   Log in  Edinburgh helps Bristol Christmas getaway          AirTalk.org Forum Index -> Edinburgh Airport View previous topic :: View next topic   Author Message fox1 Guest Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 2:29 pm    Post subject: Edinburgh helps Bristol Christmas getaway Source: BBC News Bristol International Airport has experienced one of its busiest weekends. More than 30,000 passengers were booked to fly on the last weekend before Christmas - 25% more than this time last year. Airport spokesman Tony Hallwood said the majority were going on skiing holidays. "Many are going to Andorra to ski. Winter sun destinations are also popular, especially Tenerife," he said Edinburgh and Dublin were ranked as the top two domestic destinations. More than 100 flights from the airport were scheduled on Saturday and Sunday. The government recently announced that Bristol International would be expanding, with a runway extention and new terminal building. Airport managers also hope to introduce long-haul flights to destinations such as New York within the next two years. View my aircraft pictures: "http://www.jetphotos.net/showphotos.php?userid=1753" Back to top Clive Braham Guest Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 5:04 pm    Post subject: Re: Edinburgh helps Bristol Christmas getaway "fox1" <fox1 (AT) NOSPAMedinburghairport (DOT) org.uk> wrote Quote: Edinburgh and Dublin were ranked as the top two domestic destinations. Dublin is domestic? Back to top Joe Curry Guest Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 5:36 pm    Post subject: Re: Edinburgh helps Bristol Christmas getaway The message <bs786j$hrn$1 (AT) news5 (DOT) svr.pol.co.uk> from "Clive Braham" <clive (AT) braham5 (DOT) freeserve.co.uk> contains these words: Quote: "fox1" <fox1 (AT) NOSPAMedinburghairport (DOT) org.uk> wrote in message news:5rvduvo91it2djolmgtaikndbm8a96oigt (AT) 4ax (DOT) com... Edinburgh and Dublin were ranked as the top two domestic destinations. Dublin is domestic? Take it up with the BBC.... Back to top Callum Johnstone Guest Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 5:54 pm    Post subject: Re: Edinburgh helps Bristol Christmas getaway "Clive Braham" <clive (AT) braham5 (DOT) freeserve.co.uk> wrote Quote: "fox1" <fox1 (AT) NOSPAMedinburghairport (DOT) org.uk> wrote in message news:5rvduvo91it2djolmgtaikndbm8a96oigt (AT) 4ax (DOT) com... Edinburgh and Dublin were ranked as the top two domestic destinations. Dublin is domestic? I guess some airports lump UK and Republic Ireland traffic together for reporting purposes. I wonder if the New York service will be another new UK route for Continental? They seem determined to corner the UK regional market! Back to top Clive Braham Guest Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 6:09 pm    Post subject: Re: Edinburgh helps Bristol Christmas getaway "Callum Johnstone" <callumjohnstone (AT) blueyonder (DOT) co.uk> wrote Quote: I wonder if the New York service will be another new UK route for Continental? They seem determined to corner the UK regional market! Yes looks like it. There are also rumours going about for Cardiff, Newcastle and Luton. COA certainly see the potential of the regional airports. I guess we should be thankful that they cannot get in to LHR. Back to top Blimpie Guest Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 7:04 pm    Post subject: Re: Edinburgh helps Bristol Christmas getaway "Joe Curry" <ability (AT) zetnet (DOT) co.uk> wrote Quote: The message <bs786j$hrn$1 (AT) news5 (DOT) svr.pol.co.uk from "Clive Braham" "fox1" <fox1 (AT) NOSPAMedinburghairport (DOT) org.uk> wrote in message news:5rvduvo91it2djolmgtaikndbm8a96oigt (AT) 4ax (DOT) com... Edinburgh and Dublin were ranked as the top two domestic destinations. Dublin is domestic? Take it up with the BBC.... The Edinburgh 'International' title? Blimps Back to top Fraser Guest Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 10:27 pm    Post subject: Re: Edinburgh helps Bristol Christmas getaway Personally I think they're dreaming if they think they're getting a direct service to NYC! Not really enough market when BHX (already served by CO/AA) and LHR/LGW are within distance. "fox1" <fox1 (AT) NOSPAMedinburghairport (DOT) org.uk> wrote Quote: Source: BBC News Bristol International Airport has experienced one of its busiest weekends. More than 30,000 passengers were booked to fly on the last weekend before Christmas - 25% more than this time last year. Airport spokesman Tony Hallwood said the majority were going on skiing holidays. "Many are going to Andorra to ski. Winter sun destinations are also popular, especially Tenerife," he said Edinburgh and Dublin were ranked as the top two domestic destinations. More than 100 flights from the airport were scheduled on Saturday and Sunday. The government recently announced that Bristol International would be expanding, with a runway extention and new terminal building. Airport managers also hope to introduce long-haul flights to destinations such as New York within the next two years. View my aircraft pictures: "http://www.jetphotos.net/showphotos.php?userid=1753" Back to top Clive Braham Guest Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 10:54 pm    Post subject: Re: Edinburgh helps Bristol Christmas getaway "Fraser" <fraser (AT) lanakil (DOT) freeserve.co.uk> wrote Quote: Personally I think they're dreaming if they think they're getting a direct service to NYC! Not really enough market when BHX (already served by CO/AA) and LHR/LGW are within distance. AA don't fly to BHX any more. LHR is nearly 100 miles from Bristol and there is a large population base in the South West and along the M4 corridor eastwards and into South Wales. Plenty catchment for a daily 757 I'd say, especially as these people don't have many decent connecting services. It's basically drive to LHR and that's it. Back to top Blimpie Guest Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 11:42 pm    Post subject: Re: Edinburgh helps Bristol Christmas getaway "Clive Braham" <clive (AT) braham5 (DOT) freeserve.co.uk> wrote Quote: "Fraser" <fraser (AT) lanakil (DOT) freeserve.co.uk> wrote in message news:ZeKFb.4074$tQ6.48287 (AT) wards (DOT) force9.net... Personally I think they're dreaming if they think they're getting a direct service to NYC! Not really enough market when BHX (already served by CO/AA) and LHR/LGW are within distance. AA don't fly to BHX any more. LHR is nearly 100 miles from Bristol and there is a large population base in the South West and along the M4 corridor eastwards and into South Wales. Plenty catchment for a daily 757 I'd say, especially as these people don't have many decent connecting services. It's basically drive to LHR and that's it. On the hell that is the M4. Blimps Back to top fox1 Guest Posted: Tue Dec 23, 2003 8:57 am    Post subject: Re: Edinburgh helps Bristol Christmas getaway On Mon, 22 Dec 2003 22:27:25 -0000, "Fraser" <fraser (AT) lanakil (DOT) freeserve.co.uk> wrote: Quote: Personally I think they're dreaming if they think they're getting a direct service to NYC! Not really enough market when BHX (already served by CO/AA) and LHR/LGW are within distance. Bristol runway details: Runway Length 09/27: 2011m x 46m Is the 6,500ft runway capable.? 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