The big news of the sale of Gatwick Airport has provoked a generally positive and hopeful response from airlines, especially budget and short-haul carriers. They welcomed the break of the British Airports Authority monopoly on airports in the south east and hoped for a better customer experience at Gatwick.
The airport has been purchased by Global Infrastructure Partners, who already own London City Airport, described as one of the most efficient and customer-friendly airports in the UK. GIP have already been urged by airlines to strengthen the airport’s position as the champion of short haul and European flying and encourage the growth of low fare air travel for holidays from London.
Meanwhile London Geneva-based airline Baboo starts twice daily flights from City Airport to Geneva this weekend, with connections to Venice and Florence. Flights start on 25th October 25, using 74-seat Q400 aircraft, with fares from £51 one way including taxes.