Tuesday, September 21, 2010
New look Skopje Airport
Several months ago TAV announced that a cargo building would also be built at the airport and the runway lengthened, in order to handle larger aircraft. Meanwhile, Ohrid’s St. Paul the Apostle Airport will also go under complete reconstruction and modernization with a new car park, cargo building and VIP section to be built. The project in Ohrid would take a year to be completed.
Monday, September 20, 2010
After a decade of continual service, British Airways will cancel its daily flights from London Heathrow to Belgrade on November 30. In a press release issued by the airline yesterday, it says that British Airways can no longer operate the service because it is unprofitable. “We thank all passengers that have flown with us and have shown their support”, the press release reads. All passengers that have bought tickets for travel after November 30 will be given alternative arrangements.
As was widely tipped in May, Air Berlin will become the first low cost airline to serve Montenegro. Germany’s second largest carrier will commence seasonal summer flights from four cities in Germany to Tivat after a deal was reached with the Montenegrin Government. “We have received an official confirmation that flights will begin next season. Air Berlin is currently holding negotiations with tour operators which, we hope, will use the services of this world renowned company”, Karlo Petelin, the director of Montenegro Tourism’s office in Frankfurt said. Although the exact destinations from which Air Berlin will serve Tivat are yet to be announced, in May 2010 Air Berlin suggested to the Montenegrin Government for flights to originate from Nuremberg, one of the airline’s hubs.Sunday, September 19, 2010
Manchester Airport Parking
Males Garage was the first Manchester Airport Parking Company at Manchester but what follows is the story of how Manchester Parking was born and how it has evolved over the years. From the cinder area of yester year to the huge industry it is today.
1953 and 1954 were massive years for Manchester as they started to operate cutting edge aircraft such as the Convair liners and flying out to more European destinations. Long haul aircraft such as the DC-6 started to turn up in ever increasing numbers as air traffic increased at Manchester.
Manchesters terminals by 1954 were expanding at a phenomenal rate as passenger figures reached approximately two hundred and fifty thousand. Three months after officially changing its name to Manchester Airport they reached their one-millionth passenger who incidentally travelled to the glamorous destination of the Isle of Man.
All this growth at Manchester saw an increase in motor traffic and an opening for the first Manchester Airport car park. One young person was about to fill this gap. Jack Males the owner of Males Garage, an ex serviceman who had recently returned home to Wythenshawe opened up a small tractor repair company a short distance away from Manchester Airport not knowing the opportunity that was about to come his way.
1953 and 1954 were massive years for Manchester as they started to operate cutting edge aircraft such as the Convair liners and flying out to more European destinations. Long haul aircraft such as the DC-6 started to turn up in ever increasing numbers as air traffic increased at Manchester.
Manchesters terminals by 1954 were expanding at a phenomenal rate as passenger figures reached approximately two hundred and fifty thousand. Three months after officially changing its name to Manchester Airport they reached their one-millionth passenger who incidentally travelled to the glamorous destination of the Isle of Man.
All this growth at Manchester saw an increase in motor traffic and an opening for the first Manchester Airport car park. One young person was about to fill this gap. Jack Males the owner of Males Garage, an ex serviceman who had recently returned home to Wythenshawe opened up a small tractor repair company a short distance away from Manchester Airport not knowing the opportunity that was about to come his way.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Airport Transfers
Leave the frustration of traffic and airport car parking fees behind.
Sleek Limos provides 24 hour airport transfer services to UK airports.
Sit back and relax. Let our limousine chauffeurs do all the driving so you can arrival at the airport not having to worry about missing your flight, car park fees or having to carry your luggage to departures.
Departure
We will collect you at the agreed time and allow more than enough time to make sure you arrive in stress free comfort for your check in. Your professional chauffeur will check your route for delays, and will transport you quickly, safely and smoothly to your departure terminal.
Arrival
When we pick you up from the airport, our chauffeur will check your flight arrival time, and will adjust the pick up time in line with any scheduled landing time changes. You will be met in the Arrivals terminal and will be assisted with your luggage to your limousine, equipped with spring water, mints and a newspaper.
Luggage
We have vehicles with the capability to carry large amounts of luggage.
Whether you are looking for a reliable corporate airport transfer provider or wanting to start/finish your holiday in style, Sleek Limos can provide comfortable and reliable transport at competitive prices.
Hourly rates are available, with reduced rates for 2 way transfers and no fee supplement for unsociable pick up times.
London Southend Airport set for expansion
Aircraft maintenance
Local companies such as ATC Lasham, Inflite (aircraft maintenance), Avionicare (aircraft avionics) and Air Livery (specialist aircraft painters) have successfully drawn airlines and aircraft owners from all over the world who fly to the airport to benefit from local skills and expertise.
The airport is now beginning to build upon this solid base. Southend and Rochford Councils, Thames Gateway and the Government-backed regeneration company, Renaissance Southend have identified the airport as a key part of regeneration in Southend.
Current Projects
A new railway station for Southend Airport
Detailed planning permissions were granted in 2004 for a new on-site airport railway station, replacement terminal building and new car park. The station is due to open in December 2009 and would be in addition to the existing stations at Rochford and Prittlewell.
The railway station will enable in-bound passengers to use the fast and frequent services direct to Stratford for Docklands and Canary Wharf, and to central London’s Liverpool Street Station, making the airport more attractive for commercial airlines. This will also reduce the need to travel to the airport by car, reducing road traffic.
We are at the very last stages of technical approval for the railway station with Network Rail and have agreed timescales with them for work to take place during 2009. While the programme is tight, we are on target to open the new station in late 2009 and we will be calling on the expertise of Stobart Rail for much of the infrastructure work.
Terminal refurbishment
Refurbishment of the existing terminal building has taken place over the past few months. We now have an extended departure lounge with new café and more check-in desks for passengers when they arrive at the airport. In the near future we will be making further improvements to our popular coffee shop and the business jet passenger facility.
Southend Airport hotel
Southend Council’s Development Control Committee granted outline planning permission in October 2007 for a new four-star 130-bedroom hotel. The hotel, likely to be operated by Ramada, will cost £6.5m and include a restaurant, bar and conference facilities.
The airport is at the last stages of concluding arrangements with Ramada for the construction and opening of a brand new 130 bed hotel which is currently scheduled to start on site in Spring 2009 and open in mid 2010.
Airport control tower
A new control tower is proposed for the airport, creating a new building in a better position to have a view of the whole airport and operating facilities. The location has been agreed and construction of the tower is scheduled to start in late 2009.
Additional projects completed in 2008
In addition to our previously published plans, behind the scenes infrastructure is also getting a makeover. The airport has completely replaced the fuelling infrastructure, installing four new state-of-the-art airport fuel tanks and dispensing systems to ensure a high quality well controlled environment for fuel.
In addition we have resurfaced a major part of a taxiway, installed new runway access safety equipment, built a new secure car park for a further 200 cars and made changes to the airport layout, improving safety.
Bordeaux Airport Car Parks
There are 5 car parks at the Bordeaux Airport. They are:
PR – AKA ‘Arrêt minute’ for dropping off and picking up. First 20 minutes are free. Less than 1-2 hours parking is comparable in price to the other car parks, over that watch out! Has 125 spaces and is the closest car park to the airport.
P0 – Covered car park 344 spaces.
P1 – 1,610 spaces and about 200 metres from the terminal. Priced for parking for less than 3 days Weekend special
P2 - 1,730 spaces, priced for 3-5 days parking.
P4 – 1,167 spaces, priced for long term parking. P4 is the car park farthest from the terminal. There is a shuttle the runs between the terminal and P4 every 15 minutes. Shuttle runs from 5 am to 11 pm. The shuttle leaves from the departures (upper) level, just look for the signs.
When you arrive at the airport the car parks are well marked.
Payment can be made when you exit any car park or at the payment machines inside the terminal. When you enter any car park you take a ticket. Don’t lose this ticket as you will need it to make payment when you exit.
At any car park exit payment can only be made with a CB – ‘Carte bancaire’. At the payment machines inside the airport it’s possible to pay with CB, American Express and cash (coins or bank notes). The machines explain how to make payment. Once payment is made you have fifteen minutes to exit.
For information on parking at the Bordeaux Airport you can call this number – 05 56 34 50 73.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
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