Blackpool airport chief departs June 15, 2009
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THE chief executive of Blackpool International airport has stepped down after nearly two years in the job.
A spokesman for the airport said David Kershaw’s decision was “entirely amicable” and praised his track record.
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Blackpool towers above Heathrow for passenger satisfaction March 31, 2009
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In a survey of 30 UK airports, the small airfield one mile south of the Lancashire town was applauded for the speed of its check-in and security, ease of reaching boarding gates, quality of food outlets and overall ambience. Travellers, mostly flying to Mediterranean islands, gave Blackpool a satisfaction score of 80 in the survey by Which? Holiday.
Blackpool, a base for Spitfires during the Second World War, scored maximum marks for check-in, time and distance, and the overall experience of using the airport.
Blackpool International Airport’s centenary year. March 26, 2009
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Secondary schools across Lancashire and the Lake District are being asked to ‘Reach for the Skies’ to celebrate Blackpool International Airport’s centenary year.
Blackpool International has pledged a £5000 prize to the school which comes up with the winning design for a commemorative plaque based on the theme, ‘100 Years of Flying from Blackpool’.
The plaque will be unveiled at a special ceremony at the airport on 18th October 2009 – exactly 100 years since flying first began in Blackpool and the resort hosted Britain’s first official air show attracting more than 200,000 spectators.
