London City Airport could see thousands more flights
Newham Council is currently consulting on proposals that could see London City Airport hosting thousands more flights.
Operations at the east London airport could increase from 80,000 to 120,000 flights per year if the plans get the green light.
Those opposed to the proposals have said that more flights would lead to excessive levels of noise. Airport spokesman Charles Buchanan claimed that expansion would lead to substantial benefits for London.
"This expansion will create economic activity in the area and provide opportunities for employment for another thousand people," he told BBC News.
London City Airport is seen primarily as a gateway for business travellers but in recent years it has launched an increasing number of leisure services.
Carriers including British Airways, SAS and Lufthansa fly from London City Airport to destinations such as Berlin, Copenhagen and Edinburgh.
Posted by Kate, 30 July 2008 17:00
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