Balkan Holidays to close UK business
Tour operator Balkan Holidays has today (April 24) announced that its UK business, Balkan Holidays Limited, is to close with immediate effect. The company, which has been operating in the …
Maltese government exits Malta Air, sells ‘golden share’ to Ryanair
The Government of Malta has sold its ‘golden share’ in low-fares carrier Malta Air, transferring full ownership of the airline to Ryanair Holdings, as part of a pre-agreed contractual framework …
Loganair announces launch of 10th UK base at Southampton Airport
Loganair, the UK’s largest regional airline, has announced today that it is opening its tenth base at Southampton Airport, generating new jobs, specifically for pilots, cabin crew and engineers from …
Avooma Airlines and The AirCraft Company join forces to make zero-carbon regional connectivity a reality
Southend-based carrier Avooma Airlines has today signed an exclusive collaboration agreement with The AirCraft Company, an aircraft manufacturer based in Wichita, Kansas, USA. The two companies will explore the opportunity …
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays launch flights from Bournemouth Airport
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, the UK’s leading leisure airline and largest tour operator, marked a major milestone this morning with their inaugural flight from Bournemouth – their 12th UK base – …
Ryanair UK cuts some routes from Bristol Airport
Ryanair has announced plans to discontinue several routes from Bristol Airport, effective from March 30, 2025. The affected destinations include Agadir, Marrakesh, and Tirana. This decision is part of a …
Skybus appoints new Managing Director
The Isles of Scilly Steamship Group has appointed a Managing Director of its in-house airline Skybus, which celebrated 40 years of service in 2024. The newly created role will be …
‘Flag Carrier for Green Britain’ moves closer to launch as new website goes live
Ecojet, the Edinburgh-based regional airline focused on sustainable aviation, has launched its new website this week, offering a more detailed look at the company’s mission and future plans whilst serving …
First A380 for Global Airlines ferried to Beja following maintenance as carrier publishes initial network
9H-GLOBL, the first A380 for UK long-haul startup Global Airlines, was today ferried to the Portuguese city of Beja from Dresden, where it had been undergoing heavy maintenance with EFW …
easyJet trials new weight saving paint
easyJet, leading low-cost airline, has become the world’s first airline to trial an innovative lightweight paint on its aircraft, aiming to enhance fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. Developed in …
Jet2 Charity Santa flight departs from Bristol Airport
On December 11, 2024, Bristol Airport and Jet2.com collaborated to bring festive joy to local children and their families through a special charity Santa flight. The event marked the return of …
easyJet to base 19th aircraft at Bristol Airport from June 2025
easyJet has announced plans to expand its operations at Bristol Airport by basing a 19th aircraft at the south west airport from June 2025. This expansion is expected to support …
Interview: Behind the Scenes at French Bee
We had the privilege of speaking with Marc-Antoine Blondeau, the General Manager of French Bee, and his colleague João Correia Silva, who oversees cargo operations. Defined by the A350 The …
End of an era for a beloved aircraft as Jet2 retires the Boeing 757
In 2024, British low-cost airline Jet2 announced the retirement of its last Boeing 757-200 aircraft, marking the end of an era for both the airline and the iconic plane. The …
Jet2 expands its reach with new base at London Luton Airport
Jet2 has announced the launch of a new base at London Luton Airport, set to open for operations in Spring 2025. This expansion marks a significant step for the low-cost …
Ryanair launches new direct route from Bristol Airport to Toulouse
Ryanair, one of Europe’s most popular low-cost airlines, has announced a new route connecting Bristol Airport in the UK with Toulouse-Blagnac Airport in France. The new route starting on 3rd …
Ecojet Airlines initiates growth equity financing to complete regulatory approvals and start commercial operations
Edinburgh-based carrier Ecojet Airlines has today announced that it is initiating a £20 million round of growth financing in order to satisfy the capital requirements to obtain an AOC and …
easyJet launches first direct flight from Bristol Airport to Istanbul
In an exciting development for UK travelers, easyJet has officially launched its first direct flight from Bristol Airport to Istanbul, marking a significant milestone in expanding travel options from the …
Edelweiss Air takes over from Swiss on Bristol to Zurich route starting in 2025
In an exciting development for travelers in both the UK and Switzerland, Edelweiss Air has announced a new direct route between Bristol Airport (BRS) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) starting in …
Jet2 Announces Largest-Ever Summer Programme for 2026 from Bristol Airport
Jet2, one of the UK’s leading airlines and package holiday providers, has unveiled its largest-ever summer schedule for 2026 from Bristol Airport. This announcement reflects the company’s continuing expansion in …