Airports hike drop-off fees by nearly a third - RAC

Airport drop-off charges for drivers have increased by almost a third at UK airports over the past year, according to the RAC. These are fees charged for dropping off someone as close to a terminal as possible. The biggest hike in so-called kiss and fly charges are at Southampton and Belfast airports, the RAC has found. Airports argue the higher fees are to deter drivers from lingering around and help to keep flight costs down. The Airports Operator Association, which represents airports in the UK, told the BBC the increased revenue helped "keep charges to airlines lower" and helped "maximise the range of flights that can be offered to all passengers." Story has more.<br/>