Future Of Newquay Airport Under Threat?

On 25 November, ThisIsCornwall released an article announcing there was “Fighting ‘Tooth and Nail’ For Airport”, refering to the RAF refusing to make a quick decision over the future of Newquay Airport.

However, there does not appear to be a great deal of threat to the airport.

On 27 November it is reported that Air Southwest, a budget airline, will be flying to four new destinations from Newquay: to Dublin, Leeds, Bristol and a connecting flight to Manchester.

A spokeperson from IOS Travel, who operate their Skybus service from Newquay, said: “Cornwall County Council have publicly stated that they will ensure the future of the airport.”

“As far as (IOS Travel) are concerned we will continue to operate out of Newquay airport as will Ryan Air and Air Southwest.”

This indicates that at least the commercial side of Newquay Airport is safe for the foreseeable future.