Squirrelbird

The ‘Concorde on the Thames’ idea has got to be a better option than mouldering away at Heathrow for another ten years, particularly as part of a ‘Best of British’ (evolving?) exhibition, which could be a real draw.
Two concerns from me, apart from the obvious one already pointed out, of a Salt Water environment, would be;
a) Location: This is an area already SATURATED with attractions; ie London Eye/Aquarium, HMS Belfast, London Dungeon, Britain At War, Tate Modern, 02 etc; the list goes on and on! Are’nt they all competing for the same ‘tourist
dollar’ or do these people have bottomless pockets in these difficult times?
b) Cost: How do you pitch the entry price at a level that will attract tourists in such a competitive environment? Business Plan anybody? hmm.
Would’nt part of the ‘Exel Centre’ (under cover) be a better option?; plenty of exhibition space/restaurants and a link to DLR/Crossrail (2015). If you really want ‘Ark Royal’ (my preferred option would be ‘Invincible’ with a Falklands display) moor it alongside.