The day the airport's runway extension was officially opened in November 1987, Wardair commenced transatlantic flights to Toronto.The day the airport's runway extension was officially opened in November 1987, Wardair commenced transatlantic flights to Toronto.
The day the airport's runway extension was officially opened in November 1987, Wardair commenced transatlantic flights to Toronto. | YPN

31 of the best photos take you back to Leeds Bradford Airport in the 1980s

These wonderful photos are sure to evoke memories for a generation of holidaymakers.

They chart life at Leeds Bradford Airport in the 1980s. It was a decade brought huge change at the airport which included a runway extension, the redevelopment of the terminal building, a row over night flights and a visit from Concorde. READ MORE: 43 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP NEWSLETTERS: Sign up for free news and sport emails

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