Manchester airport sees rise in private jet use

08/05/2010

By James Wilson.

There has been an increase in the number of private jets taking off and landing at Manchester Airport, it has been reported.

According to NetJets Europe, which operates at the airport, Manchester has seen a 20 per cent increase in private jet volumes so far in 2010, the Press Association reports.

In 2009, 70 per cent of the company's north-west flights took place at Manchester airport.

Emily Williams, NetJets Europe vice-president, said: "Business in Manchester is doing well and we are seeing the benefits of putting more focus on the city.

"We are looking at the regions to grow the business and are focusing on entrepreneurs based outside London."

According to the news source, the company is particularly interested in forging business deals with firms in the engineering, technology and construction sectors.

NetJets aims to be completely carbon neutral by 2012, its website notes.

It currently operates a fleet of around 150 aircraft.