Supporters aged 16 and over attending the Friday Night Live 2 match against Leicester Tigers on February 24 (kick-off 7.45pm) can enter by texting ‘AIRPORT’ to 82189 from now up until 8pm that night, followed by their name.

Four people will then be chosen to come on to the pitch at half time to play off for the top prize, which includes return flights for two to London City Airport, three nights in a top hotel and £1,000 spending money.

Sue McClellan, marketing manager of Newcastle International Airport, said: “We are delighted to be sponsoring the half time competition.  It sounds like it will be a great night out with exciting rugby and lots of razzmatazz!  Tickets on Eastern Airways’ new service to London for the ultimate weekend will be the icing on the cake for one lucky couple.”

Falcons marketing manager, Mark Foster, added:  “We are really pleased that Newcastle International Airport have come on-board to allow us to offer our fans yet another great half time giveaway.  Friday Night Live 2 is gearing up to be an even bigger event than the first one and giving away the ultimate London weekend will add to the occasion.”

The competition is one of a number of promotions for the keenly-awaited Guinness Premiership clash, with the return of the Falcons hot tub, cheerleaders, workmates rates ticket deals, fireworks, live music, late licence and much, much more.

Texts cost 25p plus standard network charge, and full terms and conditions can be found by logging on to www.metroradio.co.uk

Tickets for the Friday Night Live game are already on sale by calling 0871 226 60 60, logging on to the official club website or popping in to the stadium during office hours.