Recognising the economic significance of regional airports

Regional airports play a hugely important role in the UK. They provide national and international connectivity. They are enablers of economic growth. They are significant direct and indirect employers of skilled people.

Access to a regional airport is critical – for passengers, staff and employees of businesses located there. In order to maximise the connectivity potential and subsequent economic benefits that regional airports provide to local communities, it is essential that they enjoy good local transport links.

Regional and City Airports, the UK’s leading operator of regional airports firmly believes that regional airports should be recognised as nationally significant infrastructure, which should be a focus of appropriate road and rail investment to support development and growth.

RCA urges the Government to ensure both aviation and transport policies prioritise investment in local connections to regional airports.

Download RCA's Mini Manifesto, 'Preparing for Take off' >>

Preparing for Take off Manifesto

CONTACT

Regional & City Airports
Exeter Airport
Exeter
Devon
EX5 2BD

T: 01737 823690
E: info@rca.aero

Public Relations

Iain S Bruce
iain@dpr-i.com

Judy Groves
judy@rigbygroupplc.com