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Flybe seals franchise deal with Loganair
A “landmark” franchise deal has been struck between Flybe and Scottish regional carrier Loganair.
Loganair will take to the skies in Flybe colours from the autumn after an agreement operating as a British Airways franchisee ends on October 25.
The combination of the two carriers will bring together 32 Flybe routes in Scotland with Loganair’s 23.
Loganair chairman Scott Grier said: “The move to become a franchise partner with Flybe provides certainty and removes speculation about the future of the company.
“We continue to be committed to operating throughout the Highlands and Islands and this will benefit our customers with a greater choice of connections to UK and European destinations.”
More than three million seats for flights with Flybe flight numbers are due to go on sale in June.
The agreement with Loganair – claimed to be the first of its kind for a low cost carrier – is in line with Flybe’s strategy of continuing to build a market-leading position as Europe’s largest regional airline following last year’s acquisition of BA Connect.
The move is also further evidence of Flybe’s plans for building a “significant presence” in Scotland and to expanding its route network there. It also extends the Flybe low fare model throughout the UK – including the Highlands and Islands – which have not previously benefited from low cost airlines.
Flybe chairman and CEO Jim French said: “This landmark agreement, the first time a low cost carrier has entered into such a franchise arrangement, is an exciting development in the evolution of the low cost model and one which Flybe sees as a valid strategic option for the future.
“This is a win-win for both airlines. For Flybe, we will see our presence in the key Scottish market greatly enhanced and will benefit from increased passenger traffic into our existing network.
“For Loganair, the alliance is a major opportunity to bring the recognised brand of Europe’s largest regional airline and the benefits of the low cost model to over half a million passengers.”
by Phil Davies
Phil Davies
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