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Two recent developments cast the spotlight on UK regional airlines (including the Channel Islands). These are an agreement in principle to a codeshare between Blue Islands and Aurigny Air Services, and an announcement that Flybe plans to relaunch this summer.
According to the CAPA Fleet Database, UK regional airlines have a total fleet of 107 passenger aircraft as at 27-Apr-2021 – only 12% of the overall total of 774 passenger aircraft. Regional airlines share of UK fleet seats is even lower, at just 4%.
Nevertheless, regional operators have a higher share of their fleet in service (65%) than other airlines (47%), and reduced their active fleet less drastically in the first lockdown.
Jersey is well-known for its sandy beaches and picturesque coastlines. Credit: ITV Channel TV
While question marks hang over holidays abroad for UK tourists, one destination close to home is now open for business.
Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands, has this week opened up its borders with new Covid rules in place, including all passengers needing to complete an online form detailing their recent travel history before arriving.
England, Scotland and Wales all allow for non-essential travel to Jersey, provided you re travelling with your own household, but Northern Ireland currently allows essential trips only (such as for work).