Airport News
Bristol Airport reports rising international numbers
Thu, 16 Sep, 2010
Bristol Airport has released figures which show that its overall passenger numbers went up in August, with international passengers helping to drive growth.
It noted a 1.42 per cent increase in passenger volumes, when compared with the same period in 2009. International numbers saw a rise of 3.32 per cent, in spite of French air traffic control strikes.
Aviation director for Bristol Airport Shaun Browne welcomed the report in light of the announcement of new services by Flybe, and expressed his hopes for the airport's future.
"We hope to have further good news for travellers soon as we look to build the south-west's connectivity to key destinations across the world," he said.
Nearly 70,000 passengers were served by Bristol Airport last month and the increased numbers were achieved despite a 4.78 per cent decrease in the number of flights in August.
News of the figures comes after the airport welcomed an announcement by prime minister David Cameron, who said he intends to make Britain one of the world's premier tourist destinations.