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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.

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Did you know that your phone, laptop and other electronic devices contain lithium batteries? Lithium batteries and e-cigarettes are dangerous goods. If lithium batteries are damaged or short circuited they can start a fire. Please do not carry them in your checked-in luggage; carry them with you. The following information is taken from the current edition of the International Civil Aviation…

Flybe franchise partner, Blue Islands has returned to 96% ontime performance for inter-island services for the past month. Rob Veron Blue Islands’ Managing Director said: “96% ontime performance for inter-island reaffirms that with a spare interim aircraft at our disposal Blue Islands operated services have resumed to the performance levels our customers expect.” Economic Development…

Customers will soon have a new flight to choose from when they take Aurigny’s Gatwick service on a Friday. The airline is adding an extra departure, leaving Guernsey at 1230 and arriving into Gatwick an hour later. The return from Gatwick is at 1400. The new lunchtime connection will begin on Friday 4th November and continue until the end of March. It will mean that the airline is offering up…

Do you own a Samsung Galaxy Note 7 mobile phone? The UK Civil Aviation Authority advises airline passengers intending to travel with this phone to ensure it remains switched off for the duration of the flight. The phone should be carried in hand baggage and should not be charged during the flight. Passengers who own the Galaxy Note 7 model should click here to refer to the manufacturer’s…