Blackpool International Airport

Blackpool International Airport is situated one mile south of Blackpool town centre with very good transport links, fast access to the North-West of England and providing international travel options to the population of Lancashire and the Lake District.  The airport handled traffic of just under 500k in 2008 with key carriers serving destinations around the UK and Europe.  Also in 2008, the airport was proud to be named the UK’s number 1 airport for customer service by Which? magazine with a customer satisfaction score of 80%.

Speaking at the time of acquisition, Balfour Beatty Chief Executive, Ian Tyler said:

"Blackpool International is a well-located airport with the potential to become a thriving international gateway to Lancashire and Cumbria. We will work together with the airlines and our local partners to help increase its penetration within this core catchment area and to play its part in attracting inbound visitors to the region. We believe that our approach will deliver significant, sustained growth in passenger traffic at the airport and will generate important economic benefits for it and for Blackpool. Our aim is to develop Blackpool to be the airport of choice for residents, businesses and visitors of Lancashire and Cumbria."

The remaining 5% shareholding is held by Blackpool Council which is pleased to work in partnership with RCA to develop the airport. Cllr Peter Callow, leader of the Council said:

"This is absolutely great news for Blackpool. The Airport has developed rapidly in recent years and I am confident that Balfour Beatty will be able to take it to an even higher level. I know that they have very exciting plans for the future which will see expansion of both flights and facilities. Clearly they have the contacts and capacity to deliver these aspirations which should mean growth for the whole area and more jobs for local people."

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