Scenario 3 is the only credible scenario which could achieve long term economic sustainability for the Airport and therefore meet the economic objectives and provide the robust revenues to offset any downturns and safeguard the existing 1200 jobs at the aiport. In summary the reasons for this are as follows:
• Airlines could use modern fuel efficient aircraft with economic loads on a range of business and leisure flights to serve the local population and businesses
• The risk of further regulatory limitations is avoided and safety enhanced
• There would be opportunities for excellent transport and environmental enhancements
• Airport-related jobs would form the core of the employment growth
• St Laurence and All Saints Church would not be moved
• The Green Belt boundary can be defensible and fixed to a natural feature