Leeds Bradford Airport £100m Regeneration Programme

[HX3]

4G Network…..why not 5G?

Not sure, maybe the steel structure impacts 5G signals?

 

[BCFC]

Not sure, maybe the steel structure impacts 5G signals?

Seems crazy as 6G is scheduled to start deploying around 2030, promising speeds up to 100 times faster than 5G and significantly lower latency, probably all down to cost but seems strange putting in old cellular technology.

 

[HX3]

I agree it seems odd. perhaps if the opportunity arises, @White Heather could ask at the next airport meeting if there is a particular reason.

 

[BCFC]

I agree it seems odd. perhaps if the opportunity arises, @White Heather could ask at the next airport meeting if there is a particular reason.

People will want to use the free WI-FI option as not to use their mobile data and won't care if it's 4, 5 or 6G I suppose.

 

[Len Fish]

Reasons could be that some older phones only support 4G whilst not all areas from the different providers have 5G coverage.

 

[BCFC]

Reasons could be that some older phones only support 4G whilst not all areas from the different providers have 5G coverage.

As of mid-2026, almost all major UK mobile network operators and virtual networks (MVNOs) offer 5G, meaning there are no mainstream providers without it. While all four core networks (EE, Vodafone, O2, Three) offer 5G.
The smaller companies like GIFF GAFF, Tesco Mobile, SKY etc all piggy back on one of the main companies above.
Surely LBA haven't put in a 4G network to cater for the few who can't get 5G mobile, as I said they will want to use the airport's free WIFI and can use there mobile for WIFI CALLING……They obviously have done it for a reason but I can’t think what?

 

[jackLBA]

Does anyone know where the new Starbucks and WHSmith are opening in the airport next month? I assume the old Saltaire Bar?

 

[Aviador]

Does anyone know where the new Starbucks and WHSmith are opening in the airport next month? I assume the old Saltaire Bar?

I assume the same and hopefully the area between there and the new building will open too.

 

[lbaspotter]

I’ll tell you when I travel through LBA on June 19th

 

[B737]

The new Starbucks is in the current Starbucks seating area (currently hoarded off). The front of it (serving area) is in the old gate 5/6 area which is not far from where the old escalators took you downstairs.

The new WHSmiths is in the area of the old lounges which you will walk past on your left hand side on the way to the terminal extension.

Monty’s Diner (opening date TBC) will be in the area of the old Saltaire bar/restaurant.

Hope that makes sense.

 

[jackLBA]

Saw a post on LinkedIn that they have opened the new area today, does anyone have any pictures?

 

[Aviador]

Saw a post on LinkedIn that they have opened the new area today, does anyone have any pictures?

Post on LinkedIn by Leeds Bradford Airport

Today we open another phase of our terminal expansion at Leeds Bradford Airport! Initially, the space adds a much improved area for customers requiring assistance, new bathrooms and additional free seating but the space is primarily an enabler of the remaining developments to come thru 2026. Look out for a new WHSmith store, reconfigured gate space, a refurbished (very blue) Starbucks, the new Monty’s diner, reconfigured security and a brand new 1000sqm World Duty Free store across a very busy 2026.Just look at those ceilings…!

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[Bigman]

I think the handy little coffee stand on the outside corridor to the bus stands is useful....albeit dead expensive

 

[Finger66]

I think the handy little coffee stand on the outside corridor to the bus stands is useful....albeit dead expensive

Why does the coffee costa lot?

 

[Aviador]

I do think those light baffles are very effective. Definitely a thumbs up from me!

 

[HX3]

I think it looks good, I just hope the white wall fares better than the ones at Manchester. Hopefully the wall board is more robust.

 

[Bigman]

Why does the coffee costa lot?

I just went for the Coke

 

[Finger66]

I just went for the Coke

Now that is some coffee stall!

 

[LBA4EVER]

Post on LinkedIn by Leeds Bradford Airport

Today we open another phase of our terminal expansion at Leeds Bradford Airport! Initially, the space adds a much improved area for customers requiring assistance, new bathrooms and additional free seating but the space is primarily an enabler of the remaining developments to come thru 2026. Look out for a new WHSmith store, reconfigured gate space, a refurbished (very blue) Starbucks, the new Monty’s diner, reconfigured security and a brand new 1000sqm World Duty Free store across a very busy 2026.Just look at those ceilings…!
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Looks like a set from a bond film!

 

[BCFC]

Post on LinkedIn by Leeds Bradford Airport

Today we open another phase of our terminal expansion at Leeds Bradford Airport! Initially, the space adds a much improved area for customers requiring assistance, new bathrooms and additional free seating but the space is primarily an enabler of the remaining developments to come thru 2026. Look out for a new WHSmith store, reconfigured gate space, a refurbished (very blue) Starbucks, the new Monty’s diner, reconfigured security and a brand new 1000sqm World Duty Free store across a very busy 2026.Just look at those ceilings…!
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I for one like the ceiling….