Passengers down 25%
15.03.10
Blackpool Airport bosses say the hub is looking to a brighter future - despite a steep fall in passengers. The loss of Irish carrier Ryanair meant Blackpool experienced a almost 25 percent drop off in fliers in comparison with January last year. Awful weather, with the airport closed for much of a twoweek period as a result of snow and ice, also contributed to the poor passenger figures.
Just 4,875 people passed through the airport in January, compared to 6,118 12 months earlier. However airport bosses have blamed the departure of Ryanair for the numbers and insisted that the business is in a better financial position this year compared to previous years. They are looking forward to a great summer season with many destinations already being booked up.
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