EVERY economic downturn spells bad news for the aviation sector.

The last global crisis in particular couldn’t have come at a worse time for Bournemouth Airport. Its owners, MAG, committed £50m investment to Bournemouth.

Then the economy crashed. Now news of a Flybe base at Bournemouth is a massive boost for the airport, the economy, tourism and the travelling public. Credit to MAG for its confidence and patience.

It could now pull off another major PR coup to celebrate and encourage more of the passengers they need to make this a huge success.

Sort out the parking fees ‘issue.’