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News from Meridian Airport, and how journalists can reach us.
Demonstration note
These releases are fictional and describe a fictional airport.
Latest news
New security scanners open in Terminal 1
All six security lanes in Terminal 1 now use new scanners. Passengers can leave liquids in containers up to 2 litres, and laptops, in their bags. Average waits in the first week fell from 14 minutes to 8. Terminal 2 is next, with new lanes due by spring 2027.
120 electric vehicle charging bays open at Mid-Stay
The Mid-Stay car park now has 120 charging bays, bringing the airport total to 166. Drivers can book a charging bay with their parking and pay at the charger. Power comes from the airport's renewable electricity supply.
Kestrel adds Innsbruck for the winter season
Kestrel will fly twice a week from Terminal 2 to Innsbruck between 19 December 2026 and 3 April 2027. The route joins its year-round flights to Geneva, Salzburg and Zurich, and is timed for Saturday and Wednesday ski changeovers.
Media enquiries
Our press office answers media enquiries every day.
- Phone: 0121 496 0123, and ask for the press office
- Email: hello@meridianairport.example, with "Media" in the subject line
Passengers with questions about a flight should contact their airline. For other passenger questions, go to Help and contact.
Filming and photography
You need our permission to film or take photographs for publication anywhere at the airport, including the car parks. Send us the date, location, crew size and purpose at least 5 working days ahead. Filming airside needs an escort and security passes for everyone in the crew.
Facts for journalists
- Meridian Airport opened in 1971. Terminal 2 opened in 2009.
- Passengers in 2025: 6.4 million.
- Airlines: Meridian Air, Nordvik, Azur Express and Kestrel.
- Destinations: 20.
- Runway: 09/27, one runway.
- People employed across the airport: around 3,100.
- Owner and operator: Meridian Airport Ltd.