Gatwick reopens south terminal as airlines ramp up schedules

The video discusses the current state of passenger traffic through the South terminal, highlighting an expected increase from 80,000 to over 150,000 passengers per day as travel ramps up in the coming months. It provides an update on the easing of pandemic-related travel restrictions, noting that travel is now similar to pre-pandemic conditions with no passenger locator forms or testing required. The video also addresses the strong demand for travel, driven by people eager to travel after being unable to do so during the pandemic, resulting in high load factors on aircraft.

How many passengers are expected to travel through the South terminal per day by September?

• 200,000

• 150,000

• 100,000

• 80,000

What change has been made to travel requirements when entering the UK?

• Increased testing

• No passenger locator form required

• Additional documentation needed

• Mandatory quarantine

How has the travel experience changed compared to pre-pandemic times?

• Longer waiting times

• Less security checks

• Similar to pre-pandemic

• More restrictions

What term is used to describe the current strong demand for travel?

• Travel surge

• Passenger boom

• Pent up demand

• Flight frenzy

What is the main reason for the strong passenger demand?

• Lower ticket prices

• New travel destinations

• People wanting to travel after restrictions

• Improved airport facilities