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Guernsey Airport declared a full emergency at 1128 today, following a report of smoke in the cockpit of a single engine private aircraft, which was en-route from the UK to Jersey. The aircraft diverted into Guernsey Airport landing safely at 1139. There was one person on board and no reported injuries. This incident is unlikely to lead to any delays on commercial flights.

Blue Islands has launched its inter-island schedule timing consultation survey, initially aimed at business travellers, to gain a consensus view on if/how flight timings could be adjusted to best meet the needs of the inter-island market. In March, Blue Islands announced it would deploy a larger aircraft on the inter-island route to provide more seats than ever before at the times when people…

Guernsey Airport Fire Service held a minutes silence earlier today (Thursday 4th May 2017), to commemorate their colleagues around the world who have lost their lives. Follow this link to view the Fire Brigades Union website.

It’s been a record year for entries in the Guernsey International Poetry Competition, with poems submitted from all over the world and a good number from local schools. EXETER poet Sally Douglas scooped the top prize in this year’s Guernsey International Poetry Competition, judged by acclaimed Welsh poet Gwyneth Lewis, the first writer ever to hold the title of National Poet of Wales. Gwyneth…

Blue Islands (a Flybe franchise partner) has launched its inaugural Guernsey - Cardiff service, which was celebrated with a traditional water cannon salute at Cardiff Airport. The new service is available to book now at flybe.com. Rob Veron, Blue Islands CEO said "Thanks to the reach of Flybe's sales channels, Guernsey has enjoyed…

Blue Islands has launched a two-day Fear of Flying Course in conjunction with Guernsey Airport to help affected islanders overcome their anxieties when flying.  Rob Veron, Blue Islands CEO said "This is an intimate Fear of Flying course providing the opportunity for 20 islanders to overcome this debilitating but real fear. While the majority of people do not think twice when taking a flight…

Leading regional airline announces three winter routes from Guernsey Airport with choice of up to 24 flights a week Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has announced its 2017/18 Winter programme from Guernsey Airport that features three routes with a choice of up to 24 departures a week. Seats are available for booking and currently available for travel between 29th October 2017 and 28th…

With the long Easter weekend approaching, we are expecting an increase in the volume of passengers travelling. Please ensure that you leave sufficient time for check-in (even if you are travelling with hand-baggage only) and clearing security search. Have a great Easter break!  

Blue Islands has launched a ‘Kids Fly Free’ offer for its operated inter-island flights during the Easter holidays. Rob Veron, Blue Islands CEO said "Whether a day return or a short break, if you haven't made plans this Easter, our free inter-island flights for kids provide a fantastic last-minute option for families to save money and explore their neighbouring island. Our Kids Fly Free…

The Bank of England will be withdrawing legal tender status of the paper £5 note, featuring Elizabeth Fry, on 5 May 2017 and is encouraging anyone who still has a paper £5 note, to spend them over the next month. Over 50% of all Fry fivers have already been returned to the Bank to be destroyed but there are still around 160 million notes left in circulation. After 5 May 2017, retailers and the…