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Flying from Leeds Bradford Airport in the 1960s and 1970s: A Nostalgic Voyage Through the Jet Age

Flying from Leeds Bradford Airport in the 1960s and 1970s: A Nostalgic Voyage Through the Jet Age The 1960s and 1970s were a thrilling chapter in aviation history, a time when air travel transitioned from a luxury reserved for the elite to an accessible adventure for everyday people. For passengers departing from Leeds Bradford Airport—officially known as Leeds/Bradford Municipal Aerodrome until 1978—this era was defined by propeller planes giving way to roaring jets, the rise of package holidays, and the infectious optimism of a region eager to explore the world. Let’s step back in time to an age of in-flight elegance, Mediterranean escapes, and the unmistakable buzz of Yorkshire’s gateway to the skies. From Wartime Roots to...
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FIRST LOOK: Leeds Bradford Airport unveils first animation of terminal expansion

FIRST LOOK: Leeds Bradford Airport unveils first animation of terminal expansion Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has today released a video and new CGI visuals to showcase an exciting glimpse into its transformative £100 million terminal expansion. The major redevelopment, set to be completed in time for the summer 2025 holidays, is designed to elevate passenger experience while reinforcing the airport’s commitment to sustainability and regional economic growth. The latest video and images bring to life what passengers can expect when they visit the new terminal, providing a more expansive look at the new space The new departure lounge, meticulously designed for optimal passenger comfort, will feature enhanced seating areas and an...
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Passengers on the rise in transformational year for Leeds Bradford Airport

Passengers on the rise in transformational year for Leeds Bradford Airport 2025 is set to be a big year for Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) with phase 1 of the £100 million terminal regeneration on track to be complete, allowing even more customers to depart from Yorkshire’s largest airport. This is welcome news for the region as LBA has today released figures that confirm both passenger numbers and flights continue to increase at a positive rate. 2024 saw a 5.8% rise in passengers travelling from LBA compared to 2023, with over 4.24 million people taking to the skies across almost 32,000 flights throughout the year (averaging 87 flights a day!), a 6.2% increase from 2023. Alicante remained LBA’s most popular destination in 2024, with...
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Leeds Bradford Airport terminal extension scores full marks on CCS audit

Leeds Bradford Airport terminal extension scores full marks on CCS audit Leading civil engineering and building contractor, Farrans Construction, has scored full marks in a recent Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) audit of its Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) site. LBA is investing £100m into a vital regeneration of its terminal facilities, known as LBA: REGEN, to dramatically improve and enhance passenger experience. Farrans Construction has been appointed as the contractor to deliver Phase 1 of the project, the construction of the terminal extension. LBA: REGEN will see a 9,500 sq. mt., three-storey extension to the existing terminal, alongside a significant refurbishment of the current terminal building. Passengers will benefit...
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Leeds Bradford Airport flying high with industry leading sustainability score

Leeds Bradford Airport flying high with industry leading sustainability score For the fourth consecutive year, Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has improved its score in the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) assessment, achieving an industry leading score of 97 and receiving a 5-star rating for its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance and management. Since 2009, GRESB, an independent, international sustainability framework, has been globally benchmarking major organisations and assets on their ESG management, with sector leaders being identified as the top-performing organisations by sector, region, and nature of ownership. Overall, LBA’s score puts it second in the United Kingdom compared to all other...
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Easyjet announce flights to Malaga and Palma from Leeds Bradford Airport

Easyjet announce flights to Malaga and Palma from Leeds Bradford Airport easyJet confirms expansion of routes from LBA to popular Spanish destinations from March 2025 with fares starting from £26.99* easyJet expands their existing routes which include Belfast, Geneva and Paris Just when you think summer is over, easyJet has brought a touch of Spain to Yorkshire to announce new routes to Malaga and Palma from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) starting from the end of March 2025. With existing flights to Belfast, Geneva and Paris already available from Leeds Bradford Airport, easyJet customers can look forward to some Spanish sun from 30 March 2025 with two new fantastic destinations available to book from today. Palma, being the...
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Leeds Bradford Airport Welcomes NEW Bulgaria Ski Destination

Leeds Bradford Airport Welcomes NEW Bulgaria Ski Destination Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has announced it will host a new ski programme to Sofia, Bulgaria, from Winter 2025 with Balkan Holidays, offering access to some of the best ski resorts in Eastern Europe. This new direct flight will depart weekly on Saturdays at 14:45 from Leeds Bradford Airport, with return Sofia flights on Saturdays at 21:05. Skiers and snowboarders can expect excellent slopes, stunning scenery and affordable prices at resorts such as Bansko, Borovets and Pamporovo Tickets are on sale now, with more information available at https://www.balkanholidays.co.uk/flight_only/leeds-bradford-airport.html. Tom Holdsworth, Aviation Development Manager at Leeds...
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Leeds Bradford Airport introduces improved catering for lounges

Leeds Bradford Airport introduces improved catering for lounges Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has appointed an international catering operator to provide food and drink services for its lounges. Newly appointed Elior will now serve a wider range of food and drink options from LBA, with a changing seasonal menu and a dedicated team of chefs, providing a wide selection of locally sourced, freshly produced products. Elior staff will now be serving customers and keeping stocks replenished throughout the day in LBA’s Yorkshire Lounge and 1432 Runway Club. Calum McLaren, Divisional Managing Director at Elior (left) and John Cunliffe, Commercial and Strategy Director at LBA (right) celebrate brand new lounge catering services at the Leeds...
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Leeds Bradford Airport installs state-of-the-art security technology

Leeds Bradford Airport installs state-of-the-art security technology Security upgrades are now underway at Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) with the installation of game changing security infrastructure. The installation of next-generation industry leading Leidos equipment will offer a smoother customer experience enabling passengers to travel through security without the need to remove items from their cabin baggage. LBA expects to have the new equipment in full operation in February 2024. The Department for Transport (DfT) has directed that UK airports must comply with the new passenger and cabin baggage security screening requirements by June 2024. In addition, LBA will see the installation of new body scanners, e-gates and smart...
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