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Guernsey Airport entered the world of aviation in World War One, when the French established an anti-submarine seaplane base near Castle Cornet. The first land-based airfield was the flood-prone L’Eree Aerodrome, with a runway of 450 yards. A temporary licence for commercial flights to Bournemouth was granted in 1935 to Cobham Air Routes operating tri-engined Westland Wessex monoplanes. The…

Rob Veron, Blue Islands’ CEO: The Jersey Meteorological Department is forecasting fog at both Guernsey and Jersey airports today (15 November) and tomorrow (60% chance) which could affect flights over the next 48 hours.  Blue Islands will of course seek to minimise disruption and operate services where weather limits allow, therefore we ask all passengers to continue to check-in on time…

Security is really important in air travel and making sure passengers only bring appropriate items on board is one of our biggest responsibilities. There has been some recent confusion when travelling with tools. Please refer to the below: Tools are considered dangerous goods and are forbidden in hand-baggage. All tools must be checked into hold baggage. For further clarification…

Male Uprising Guernsey needs YOU to grow a beard this November to support male cancer patients in Guernsey. They are asking men across the Bailiwick to ditch their razors for thirty days and grow a grizzly beard or some fabulous facial hair - in four easy steps! Click here: http://mug.gg/events-fundraising/beard-up.aspx for more information.

Blue Islands has announced that Dougie Hoblyn, Flight Operations Director, has been promoted to Accountable Manager, following CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) approval. Rob Veron, Blue Islands CEO said: “The Accountable Manager role is a fitting development for Dougie who has worked tirelessly leading the flight and ground operations teams through a continued spell of growth and major…

Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, says that any final decision on the Government’s announcement on airport expansion at London Heathrow Airport must incorporate assurances that it becomes a hub for the whole of the UK. Flybe calls on the Government to ensure that some of the new capacity is reserved for operators of regional aircraft at affordable prices. Flybe has been encouraged by…

Blue Islands has launched a new 68-seat ATR 72 aircraft into its fleet, adding an additional 60,000 seats per year to the airline's capacity and the second to be painted in Flybe livery. Rob Veron, Blue Islands CEO said: "I'm delighted Blue Islands operated services can now offer a 20% increase in capacity, that's an additional 60,000 passengers to and from Jersey per year. Introducing the second…

Please check with your airline prior to departure if you can carry this device. The current position is as follows: Aurigny has completely banned the carriage of Galaxy Note 7 devices. Flybe and Blue Islands ask that passengers ensure that the Galaxy Note 7 remains switched off and is not charged for the duration of the flight and is carried in hand baggage only. Click here for information on how…

Do you have a methodical approach to fault finding and like dealing with people at all levels? At Guernsey Airport, we are looking for an experienced professional with a minimum discipline at HNC/HND level in electronic engineering or equivalent subject area. Crucially, you will provide ground based Air Traffic Management services to Air Traffic Control at both Guernsey and Alderney Airports, and…

Have you seen Guernsey Airport Arrivals Hall lately? If so, you may have noticed that it has been recently upgraded with new flooring and the installation of a non-return security door. The upgrade has left the area looking smarter and more attractive for visitors to the island and locals passing through on their way home.