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Manston Airport would be important to Thanet, as it would be a much needed boost to the local economy and would also be a significant service to the community, as many would prefer local flights. I...
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I support the reopening of Manston as an Airport because it would create a lot of employment in the area. Also it would releive the pressure on Gatwick and Heathrow, and don't forget that we have the...
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Dear Sirs,
Thank you for the opportunity to express me personal thoughts regarding Manston Airport. I would urge you to support the restablishment of Manstonas an airport for the following...
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I believe that cargo planes coming to and from Manston would benefit the area. Yeah they might be noisy but how else am I meant to get my goods from around the globe with one day delivery? I feel that...
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Thanet is in desperate need of real work, this plan offers hope to the future of Thanet, and I can only support the development. It is well documented that the airport has failed a number of times,...
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Dear Sir,The Planning application to re-open Manston Airport for Aviation use is crucial to the health and wellbeing of all the people of Thanet. We desperately need long term jobs in the area. The...
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When considering the airport and the owners standing, I drew some conclusions from the documents made available. In one of the documents for public viewing it was noted that the buyer of the airport...
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With Gatwick and Heathrow at virtual capacity for freight, manston could provide much needed airspace. The local infrastructure is already there, roads, railway etc with little or no detriment to the...
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I totally support the plan to reopen Manston Airport. I live near the flight path and I know measures will be taken to minimise environmental concerns. My biggest concern is to see quality jobs and...
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I believe that a well funded and run airport facility at Manston will be an amazing thing for Thanet. It will provide the investment and job opportunities that Thanet needs desperately.
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I fully support the planned development of Manston Airport. This is the best option for the area and ensures that the air field continues to be used as intended. The proposed plan will increase the...
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Serious concerns about planned cargo hub and night flights for reasons of health and economic wellbeing of Ramsgate.
Also concerned at loss of farm/green land due to where housing might end up if...
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The airport is long established and it's continued use is of significant value to both local and national economies.
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I am not in favor of Manston is reopened as a freight hub, I have lived through the Americans and since they have left a number of companies have tried to make it work but have failed, I enjoy the...
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I want to see manston back open, I used to clean up there and I love to go back and clean the planes
David jarman
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The claims of those proposing a busy cargo hub are willfully ignorant of the facts on the UK's air pollution crisis so they clearly don't have the capacity to run this project.
In the UK, NO2...
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DIO Safeguarding has previously been engaged with the agent regarding the proposed scheme for Manston Airfield. The proposed development occupies the statutory technical safeguarding consultation zone...
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The SE requires greater air-freight capacity and Manston airport already exists.
Kent needs an international airport and Manston already exists.
Using an existing resource makes a lot more sense...
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I believe that a well funded and run airport facility at Manston will be an amazing thing for Thanet. It will provide the investment and job opportunities that Thanet needs desperately.
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I support the application for Manston to be used as an airport.
It can be developed to provide a valuable hub for commercial and civil flights. With the prospect of increased air traffic from...
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I wish that Manston remains as an airport not only for the job situation but because if housing were allowed to progress then Thanet will be finished ! Not enough schools , hospitals, surgeries Etc,...
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The much need employment in Thanet.
The historic and future value of an already existing airport facility.
The much needed additional runway and flightpath for both freight and passenger...
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The much need employment in Thanet.
The historic and future value of an already existing airport facility.
The much needed additional runway and flightpath for both freight and passenger...
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I support the reopening of Manston Airport. I believe this will bring sustained employment for the people of Thanet. I also believe that as Manston Airport takes on more & more cargo & freight it will...
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I have lived in Kent for 16 and a half years and saw Manston when it was operating as a passenger service airport. Unfortunately it was not managed very well and the airline folded which in turn led...
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noise pollution
aircraft pollution
environmental damage
sleep deprivation (night flights)
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To reopen Manston and create opportunities for local young people to learn an aviation related trade.
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I have lived directly under the flightpath in Southwood Gardens for over 41 years and would support the reopening of Manston airport for cargo purposes as well as,hopefully at a later date, passenger...
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I do not think opening up Manston is a viable proposition, I have lived in Cliffsend for over 54yrs and in this time I witnessed quite a few air companies trying to make it work, the Thanet Council...
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Having lived and worked in this area of Kent for 10 years it is clear to me that jobs are needed and wanted in east Kent. The once in a lifetime opportunity of an investment such as Riveroak propose...
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I am in favour of opening Manston back up and restoring it as an airport.
It has an amazing history as a valuable asset to the South East and the rest of the country. With one of the longest runways...
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To outline the merits of re-opening Manston Airport for the benefit of the local area and as a strategic hub for national benefit. Along with ground transport support the potential has many positive...
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To give residents of Newington the chance of a proper job.
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With Brexit arriving this would make a whole lot of difference, importing and exporting. Plus having normal flight will be amazing as we fly frequently. Bring back the airport please
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Manston airfield runway is one of only three ever built to such dimensions, and is amongst the widest in Europe and is the eleventh longest civilian runway in the UK. That alone makes it an asset...
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Manston Airport is very important part of Thanets way of life....
To build houses on this land would be the most madness thing ever
Employment in the area is badly needed so to keep Manston Airport...
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I support the reopening and upgrading of Manston Airport as this will be an asset localy and nationally for the following reasons:
We have a shortage of jobs in Thanet and the airport will create...
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It would make sense to open manston airport again due to the amount of people it would employ over the years, we can't have more houses as the roads arnt built for more cars more have the water. Will...
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There seems to be a general expectation that everyone in the Thanet area wants this failed airport to reopen. This is far from the truth. Those of us without vested interests can see it for what it...
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That I wholeheartedly agree with this application in terms of its economic benefit to a region that has been economically depressed for decades.
To further support the application for the...
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Man ton airport is vital for Thanet and the South east for our future generations for Career prospects , employment and most important the Aviation industry. The runway is equipped to take all...
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Manston Airport should remain as a working airport with not only cargo but passenger services as well. This will bring more jobs to the area which must be given to people already living in the area...
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My personal belief is that Manston, as an airport should continue and it's development as an air-freight facility is of paramount importance to UK trade post "Brexit".
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I believe that this application is in the interest of the country and of the area because it will help alleviate pressure on the the two main airports of Gatwick and Heathrow as far as cargo goes and...
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I am a local resident I feel the airport will provide a much needed amenity and provide economic activity much need in thanet
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I am against the use of the land as proposed. River Oak plan to fly freight at all hours of the day and night. This will be extremely noisy for the residents of many areas in Thanet both night and day...
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Living directly under the landing approach of the proposed airport development, I intend to raise serious concerns in regards to unacceptable levels of noise pollution, emissions and safety.
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I am sure that Thanet needs regeneration through the reopening of Mansion airport. The S E of England is in desperate need of more air freight- Mansion is perfectly situated to offer...
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Manston Airport should be opened and utilized as a cargo airport as support for the project is essential if this deprived area of the country is to undergo genuine regeneration. Long term skilled...
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There is much talk regarding the third runway at Heathrow, this has yet to reach the planning stage even before the objections are voiced. In the mean time Britain will be trading with the World...
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