Airport to be named after George Best

Belfast City Airport is to be renamed George Best Airport, it was announced today.

Tue, 21 Mar, 2006 - 09:01
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Belfast City Airport is to be renamed George Best Airport, it was announced today.

A special ceremony unveiling the new signage has been planned for May 22, on what would have been his 60th birthday.

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