Airport News UK

London Luton Airport is planning to carry out improvements to the airport approach road to ease traffic to the airport in time for the London 2012 Olympic Games.

The airport plans to construct two new traffic lanes to the south of “Airport Way”, through the existing underpass, leading directly into a newly created set down system in the Central Terminal Area. Details and images of the plan have been submitted to Luton Borough Council for approval.

Glyn Jones, managing director of London Luton, said, “We are now the fifth largest Airport in the UK, attracting nearly 10 million passengers a year. The plans we have put forward to improve the airport’s road infrastructure will help manage the growth we have generated in recent years at one of the regional economy’s most important assets. This is an important part of improving the travel experience of all our passengers, including the many visitors to the Olympic Games who we are expecting to pass through the airport next year.”

Ahead of the Games, the airport is preparing itself for the arrival of VIPs, dignitaries, and many of the Games’ sponsors, using private jet operators. Signature Flight Support, Harrods Aviation and Ocean Sky are predicted to handle many more additional flights to the airport.

Joe Gibney, managing director of Signature Flight Support, commented, “As the busiest business aviation airport in the UK, we expect many of our global customers to take advantage of London Luton Airport’s great services and convenient access to London. Our plans are well underway to accommodate the influx of visiting dignitaries, business leaders and sports enthusiasts.”