Holidaymakers have been faced with long queues and flight delays in the past few months at airports across the country including Leeds Bradford Airport.
The industry has been faced with a range of challenges including recruitment, the speed that the travel restrictions were withdrawn and testing which has led to the rapid recovery of international travel.
Pictures have emerged on social media with images of huge queues snaking around the airport in Yeadon and a woman even missed two flights due to the queues.
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However, a LBA spokesperson has said they are confident with more staff being recruited, the situation will go back to normal but they admitted “very few passengers that regrettably miss their flight”. Those who miss flights are told to contact their airline for advice.
They have also issued advice to holidaymakers looking to travel from the airport soon with people told to arrive three hours before departure in a bid to minimise any issues in security.
A spokesperson for the airport said they are facing longer queue times for the security process during peak times, this is between 4am-8am and 1pm-4pm.
They said: “We would like to apologise to passengers impacted by queues at LBA. We’re working hard to overcome these challenges that are impacting airports across the country, through recruitment and training initiatives, while managing queues safely.”
What can you do to streamline your journey according to LBA
Arrive at the airport three hours prior to your departure
Prepare your carry-on baggage – remove all large electronic devices, carry liquids and gels less than 100ml in a 1 litre ziploc bag, do not carry liquids over 100ml or other prohibited items in carry-on baggage
Empty your pockets - Remove all items from pockets, remove any jackets or coats and remove any boots or high heeled shoes and put them and pocket contents through the X-ray units
A number of roles are being advised through their website including security and you can apply here.
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