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The first of two Hold Baggage System (HBS) scanners for Guernsey Airport has arrived and is being installed into its final position in a dedicated area recently constructed in the passenger terminal. Guernsey Ports is making improvements to its HBS system, which will ensure compliance with the latest aviation security standards. Guernsey Ports’ Head of Passenger Operations and Aviation Security…

Local contractors are making significant progress creating additional space for the new Hold Baggage System (HBS) at Guernsey Airport. Guernsey Ports is making improvements to its HBS system, which will ensure compliance with the latest aviation security standards. The new equipment will have increased resilience and remove the need for random manual searches of hold baggage by security staff…

Guernsey Ports has invested in equipment which will make a significant difference for passengers who require step-free access to board and disembark commercial passenger aircraft. The Ports has purchased two Aviramp Lite devices for passenger use at Guernsey Airport. These ramps will be used primarily for ATR aircraft which are operated by Aurigny and Blue Islands. Dash 8-Q400 aircraft, formerly…

Effective to Wednesday 30 June 2021 inclusive. Guernsey Airport Terminal Opening Hours (all times are local) Weekdays - 05:30 to 21:00 (1) Saturday - 05:30 to 21:00 Sunday - 05:30 to 21:00 (2) Guernsey Airport Operating Hours: Weekdays - 06:30 to 21:00 Saturday - 06:30 to 21:00 Sunday - 06:30 to 21:00 Notes 1. There are no changes to current medevac operations. Alderney Airport…

Following the announcements of border restrictions easing in Guernsey and Jersey, Blue Islands is guaranteeing the promise of flexibility for every customer. Rob Veron, CEO Blue Islands said, “We are gearing-up our flying programme as travel restrictions ease, however flexibility remains key, and we know our assurance of such for all who are planning on booking those much-awaited trips is…

Aurigny has launched a twilight check-in service for all its UK flights to help alleviate queues or delays for customers on their day of travel. Due to ongoing redevelopment works with Guernsey Airport's Hold Baggage System and the need for some hold luggage to be hand searched while this is completed, the check-in process may take longer than normal. To help our customers, Aurigny are working…

Guernsey Airport is looking to recruit and appoint Firefighters to join the Airport Fire and Rescue Service. In liaison with the Guernsey Fire & Rescue Service (GFRS), selection tests for candidates who believe they have the necessary personal qualities, skills and attributes to commence a challenging and rewarding full time career as a Firefighter at Guernsey Airport will take…

Aurigny has added more Alderney flights this week and next week to try to keep up with demand and has created 720 additional seats in March, April, and May. Today marks the first day without a 14-day isolation when entering Alderney since the second lockdown began, and the removal of restrictions has meant a surge in customers wanting to book travel between the islands. The airlines Commercial…

Blue Islands flights are now on sale until March 2022 providing regional connectivity between the Channel Islands and the UK, and more choice for consumers to plan getaways for summer and beyond. Rob Veron, CEO Blue Islands said: “The recent announcements by UK and local governments have provided a much-needed confidence boost to consumers who are craving a getaway. Our customers now have the…

Aurigny has released its flights to London Gatwick and Southampton right through until October 2022. Commercial Director, Malcolm Coupar said, “We understand that many customers use Aurigny to travel to the UK prior to onward travel. We also know that many people have now moved holidays and future travel plans to 2022, with the extra certainty that travel next year gives. To assist our…