(17 Apr 2017, 2:08 pm)NK53 TKT wrote I wouldn't pay

(17 Apr 2017, 2:56 pm)Adrian wrote I'll start by saying that I wouldn't have a problem with paying £1/£2 entry fee, but I think anything beyond that could price some families out of it. I think its important that the charge only applies to adults too.

It wasn't so long ago that Cllr Paul Watson was saying the air show generates £12 million extra trade, over the three days it is on. Baring that in mind, it costs the council a net loss of £119,000, then I can't see the problem with it.


How come? You have more of an interest in planes than most on here I'd say, so I'd be interested why it puts you off?

Does that £12m go direct to the council, or does it go to bus operators, security firms, traffic management organisations etc. Obviously depending on where these firms and their staff are based, it may not have the trickle through benefits to the local economy.

I have a feeling any charges would have a potential negative effect on audiences.
There's many vantage points away from the front at Seaburn, where people could go and watch the display.
However, maybe a tiered pricing system would enable pricing to work - without it having too much of an impact on crowds. Vantage points with the best views (and facilities) could attract a premium, with other locations on the front being free.