From this autumn British Airways flights from the Isle of Man will be operated by its partner airline, Loganair.
Under the agreement, the Scottish carrier will operate the link between the Isle of Man and London City from 1 September this year, when the current agreement with Eastern Airways comes to an end.
“We’re very much looking forward to expanding our partnership with British Airways through this new arrangement to operate the Isle of Man’s flagship service to London City,” said Loganair managing director, Jonathan Hinkles. “I’m also pleased that Loganair will continue to support important jobs in the community through the local employment of pilots and cabin crew in the Isle of Man to fly the route.”
British Airways is leasing a Saab 2000 aircraft from Loganair, who currently operate as a codeshare partner on the airline’s Highlands and Islands services in Scotland.
Luke Hayhoe, British Airways’ general manager commercial and customer, said: “‘We’re delighted to enter into a partnership with Loganair, the two companies have had a business relationship for over quarter of a century.
“The new lease agreement will ensure customers in the Isle of Man have a punctual and reliable service to London City Airport on three daily services, with onward connections to 31 destinations operated by British Airways direct from the Docklands airport,” he continued.
Image: Loganair Saab 2000 aircraft.
Written by: Kimberley Young
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