Just in, Virgin Atlantic are putting 3,100 people out of work and ending its operation at Gatwick.
That is very similar to the same number of people announced by Ryanair the other day.
Posted by
Oxford, United Kingdom
5458 posts
They intend apparently to sub-lease their Gatwick slots to another airline in case they want to return in the future. This assumes there will be an immediate demand when they become.available.
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11570 posts
First RyanAir now VirginAtlantic. Gatwick is smaller than LHR, easier to deal with. Too bad.
Posted by
Cape Ann, Massachusetts
3336 posts
I've read that British Airways is also considering pulling out of Gatwick. However, I don't recall my source for this.
Posted by
S.F Bay Area (Marin)
291 posts
That's too bad. I like flying from Gatwick. I read that Norwegian if it survives may either pull out or very much limit their presence there.
Posted by
Chicago
1333 posts
So, does Gatwick just become a home for budget airlines offering European flights and no long haul service?