The Countdown Has Begun

There's less than 100 days to go before Glasgow Airport's new skyhub extension opens completing the biggest single investment at the airport in 15 years.

On October 21 the ground floor domestic arrivals hall will open with the new security search area on the first floor opening just a few days later. The extension will offer a new selection of bars, shops and restaurants, bringing hight street names such as Starbucks, Sunglasses Hut, Hugo Boss and J D Wetherspoon to travellers at the Scottish hub.

Retail manager at Glasgow Airport, Gill Caleary stated: "The opening of skyhub will allow us to bring many more retailers to Glasgow Airport, offering more choice for passengers."

The new security area will be home to 10 x-ray machines to ensure a thorough, efficient and fast screening process leaving more time for passengers to relax before heading off on holiday. Managing director, Gordon Dewar said that "at a cost of £31 million, skyhub is a significant investment by BAA Glasgow in customer service and security, and signals our commitment to put passengers first at Glasgow Airport."

For those visitors to Glasgow airport that can't wait until October to see the new development, an opening day is planned for September for a sneak preview. Meanwhile, if you're heading off on holiday or a business trip from Glasgow airport, remember to pre-book your Glasgow airport parking with Parking4less. Pre-booking will mean you can save up to 60% on gate prices and plenty of time as your space will be guaranteed and with a transfer for you and your luggage to the airport terminal.

Possible re-branding for Cardiff international Airport

Tom Jones, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Dame Shirley Bassey are believed to be some the names on the shortlist for the possible re-branding of Cardiff International Airport. Following in the same footsteps of the successful Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Cardiff is hoping to boost it's profile with a celebrity name.

Observers are already questioning the value of the project and asking would Cardiff Catherine Zeta-Jones Airport really roll off the tongue as easily and command the same level of respect as Liverpool?

Jason Gill of advertising agency Peter Gill Associates told The Telegraph: "When you look at Liverpool John Lennon Airport … it's worked so well because he was known throughout the world and there was a lot of affection for him with the Beatles."An airport spokesperson has defended the proposal saying it's just "part off" a wider re-branding and Julian Burrell of the Wales Tourism Alliance stated that they're " interested in marketing for people coming here, rather than going out"

There has been no official news on the airport's website or press releases stating the change as yet.

Kevin Keegan Flying From Newcastle Airport

Kevin Keegan was a legendary footballer that ended his illustrious career at Newcastle United. Keegan is currently enjoying his second spell as manager of the Tyneside club and is immensely popular in the North East.

Europe's biggest regional airline, Flybe, has announced that it has named one of its aircraft in honour of the footballing legend. Keegan unveiled the aircraft that bears his name at a ceremony at Newcastle International Airport Flybe's 78-seat Bombardier Q400 aircraft, Kevin Keegan, is one of the most environmentally friendly planes as it offers 30 per cent improved fuel efficiency to comparative aircraft.

Keegan stated "Newcastle has always been a special place for me and, where my career is concerned, the fans and the city have all given me so much, so I'm naturally absolutely thrilled that Flybe is also honouring them with this unique aircraft".

The plane will be used on the regular service from Newcastle International Airport to London Gatwick. Keegan adds "The North East is a football-mad region and it's a good feeling to know local people will now be able to fly to London on an aircraft dedicated to Newcastle United".

Manchester - Best Airport Award 2008

Manchester Airport has been honoured by Airports Council International (ACI) Europe with the coveted Best Airport Award for 2008.

At the glittering ceremony in Paris, staged earlier in the week, the airport tasted success in the ten-to-25 million passenger category for Europe.

The judging panel was reportedly impressed by the "simple, innovative approach to attracting airlines" demonstrated at Manchester Airport.

Equally, the fact that the airport aims to be completely carbon neutral by 2015 proved impressive to the ACI judges.

A strong community relations programme and commitment to sponsor various arts events finally gave the green light for Manchester to take the award.

Easyjet Winter 08/09

The easyJet winter 2008/09 flight schedule has just been released and it includes two new routes from the new base at Manchester airport.

As well as a many ski holiday and winter sun holiday destinations from Belfast, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Liverpool and London Stansted, easyJet will be flying from Manchester to Sofia in Bulgaria and Geneva in Switzerland.

The winter season starts from November 3rd 2008 and flights are on sale now for services to March 28th 2009.

Independent winter-sports enthusiasts will be pleased by flights to Innsbruck from Liverpool and Geneva from Edinburgh.

Favourite city break destinations including Paris and Krakow can now be easily reached from Edinburgh and Prague and Venice are now directly accessible from Belfast.

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Manchester Airport Roadworks

People driving to Manchester Airport are being warned that roadworks on a nearby motorway may cause delays and extend their journey time.

Bridge strengthening work is to take place at the junction of the M60 and the A5103, Princess Parkway, which feeds into the M56 motorway and Manchester Airport.

Lane restrictions will be put in place on the surrounding slip roads while work takes place during the evening and at night, but the airport is advising people to allow for more time for their journey.

The roadworks will start on July 7 and will be in place for approximately nine months.