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London Gatwick boost for Flybe

Flybe is reporting a healthy upsurge in bookings out of its London Gatwick base as passengers increasingly appreciate its more convenient South terminal location that now offers one of the fastest and most convenient ways to and from the City.

Flybe keeps Britain moving with bargain seat sale

Flybe has launched a bargain five day seat sale with up to 50% slashed off the price of selected flights for bookings made between Friday 25th September and Wednesday 30th September.

Flybe launches thousands of seats for summer 2010

Flybe has announced the second phase of its new 2010 summer schedule with over 300,000 seats on sale to popular destinations across the UK and Europe.

Loganair launches low fare seat sale

Flybe franchise carrier Loganair has released 20,000 seats at its lowest fares across the Highlands & Islands route network as part of its commitment to keeping Britain moving during the recession.

Flybe launches limited time seat sale

Flybe is continuing to keep Britain on the move by giving customers and their families the opportunity to affordably jet off to some of its most popular destinations between October 1st and March 27th, 2010 with a ‘Just Pay Taxes & Charges’ seat sale for booking from tomorrow through to midnight on September 9th.

Flybe announces winter extension to popular Avignon route

Flybe is extending its popular route between Southampton and Avignon for Winter 2009/10 due to unprecedented demand, operating on Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout the winter months.

Flybe Aviation Services wins top European award

Flybe Aviation Services, the aircraft maintenance division of Exeter-based Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has been named European Airline MRO of the Year by Aviation Week’s Overhaul & Maintenance (O&M) magazine, a renowned US-based global industry publication based in New York in recognition of its ‘outstanding contribution to the aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) industry’.

Last-minute bookings rush mark end of the UK’s BBQ summer

Flybe says that record numbers of last-minute holiday bookings clearly show that British holidaymakers are finally acting on their disenchantment with having been sold the ‘BBQ Summer’ that never materialised.

Flybe announces early release of 2010 routes

Flybe has announced the early release of a selection of the most popular routes to be featured in its 2010 Summer Schedule which includes some 466 flights a week to London Gatwick where the airline carries more domestic passengers than any other airline.

Isle of Man link to Birmingham boosted with new flight services

Flybe has announced some great news for the Isle of Man with the addition of three new double daily services between the Island and Birmingham on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, meaning that, effective September 2nd, Islanders will have the choice of double daily flights on every day of the week, Monday through Friday.

Flybe celebrates new Newquay lounge with a VIP offer

Flybe, the only carrier serving the South West with a direct daily service to London Gatwick, is celebrating the opening of Newquay Cornwall's new Executive Lounge - its presence now not only firmly positions it as one of the South West's two top leading airports but also as a serious national aviation player.

UK bookings soar as summer holidays begin

Flybe has reported an 11% increase in regional UK holiday bookings compared to summer 2008, with sales especially boosted this weekend by a new last minute ‘Today’s Specials’ online alert.

Flybe chicks take to the skies

Flybe helped to transport a number of osprey chicks from Inverness to Malaga earlier this month as part of the Inverness-based Highland Wildlife Foundation’s initiative to repopulate the Iberian Peninsula with the rare birds.

Flybe fills the National Express void

Flybe has reported record sales on its new air service from Yorkshire to London. In direct contrast to the chaos on the rail network, which has seen the government take the East Coast rail service into public ownership, Flybe sold more tickets on June 30th than on any other day since the route was announced in April.

Flybe – The UK’s top domestic airline

Flybe has announced it is now the UK’s number one domestic airline following CAA April/May statistics which confirm it has achieved three major corporate milestones.

Cancer Research to benefit from Flybe mobile recycling

Another ‘Flybe first’ has been announced, as Europe’s largest regional airline signs up to a two year deal with Redeem Plc to encourage passengers to recycle their mobile phones by picking up a freepost envelope from its in-flight magazine, ‘Flybe Uncovered’, when on board.

CBE for Flybe CEO

Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has announced that its popular and highly regarded Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Jim French has been recognised in the 2009 Queens Birthday Honours’ List with a CBE for his services to the UK airline industry.

Flybe tie-up with Olympic Air on regional flights

Flybe has announced its support for the summer start-up of Greek airline, Olympic Air. By providing Olympic Air with four Bombardier Q400 aircraft, with pilots, cabin crew and engineering support, the deal is yet more evidence of Flybe’s growing reputation as a quality provider of professional ‘turn-key’ solutions in the global aviation market.

Flybe launches discount shopping website

Flybe today becomes the first UK low cost airline to open an online shopping channel selling the complete range* of in-flight products featured in its magazine, Flybe Uncovered.

Flybe gets go-ahead for new Training Academy

Flybe has this week been advised by the South West Regional Development Agency that it has been successful in its funding application for a new Flybe Training Academy, now officially becoming one of the Agency’s Capital Projects for 2009-2011.

Flybe supports Cancer Research UK

Flybe is making on-board collections on all its flights during the month of June to raise vital research funds for its chosen charity partner, Cancer Research UK.

Flybe seat sale ends today

Flybe’s ‘Just Pay Taxes & Charges’ seat sale ends at midnight tonight, June 10th. The limited time ‘Just Pay Taxes & Charges’ deal is open to those booking online at flybe.com for travel before August 31st to selected destinations that include Paris, Amsterdam, Belfast, London Gatwick, Manchester and Newcastle, from just £21.99 one way.

Flybe extends seat sale

Flybe, Europe’s largest and most successful regional airline, has extended its successful weekend seat sale by 48 hours due to demand. In continuing to keep Britain on the move during these challenging economic times, the airline held what was initially a four day seat sale this weekend that offered up to 25% off selected routes with fares from £16.49 one way including taxes and charges.

Flybe hit by industrial action at Guernsey

Flybe has been informed by Guernsey Airport that, due to industrial action by the airport's fire fighters the airport will be closed to all flights except for medical emergencies for the whole of Tuesday 26th May.

Flybe’s Newquay - Isle of Man service takes off

Flybe has started operating its popular twice-weekly Isle of Man service from Newquay Airport, which returned due to popular demand and forms part of the airline’s continued roll-out of its extensive 2009 summer schedule.

Flybe takes part in National Learning at Work Day

Flybe has taken part in the National Learning at Work Day today with Flybe's Training Centre in Exeter conducting more than a dozen short ‘taster’ sessions to hundreds of its employees on topics such as effective Presentation, Team Productivity and Performance Feedback skills.

Flybe offers executive access to Frankfurt passengers

Flybe is offering passengers booking day or overnight return flights on its Frankfurt route free access to its exclusive, Executive Lounges at both Manchester and Birmingham airports until October 24th.

Flybe reports strong sales during Fashion Week

Flybe, the third largest slot holder at London Gatwick, is reporting exceptionally strong sales on all the routes it operates to the UK capital during London Fashion Week.

Guernsey student excels at 'Flybe Challenge'

Flybe has announced that Jonathan Le Ray, student at La Mare de Carteret, has proved himself to be a real high flier after winning the ‘Flybe Challenge’ at the recent Guernsey Careers Fair held at Beau Sejour Centre.

Flybe hails success of Newquay-London service

Flybe is celebrating its successful launch of the South West’s only non-stop route to London Gatwick. Flybe has announced a ‘Just Pay Charges and Taxes’ offer for booking from now until midnight March 4th for travel between April 1st and 30th June.

Flybe keeps Brits on the move

Flybe has this week demonstrated its ability to keep Britain on the move, not just through tough economic times but also during the adverse weather conditions sweeping the country that continues to bring national transportation to a virtual halt.

Flybe’s web-search activity bucks industry slowdown

Flybe has reported a year on year increase in traffic to its website, flybe.com, over the first two weeks of January, despite recent data indicating the industry is experiencing a 42% slowdown overall in online flight searches.

Cancer Research shops benefit from Flybe collection

Staff at Exeter-based Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, have donated hundreds of bags of desperately needed clothing and miscellaneous goods that will be fast winging their way to re-stock a number of the county’s Cancer Research UK charity shops, now the flavour of the month during these cash-strapped times.

London Gatwick-Newquay route boosts SW economy

Flybe reports that its popular new Newquay to London Gatwick service has attracted strong inbound business in record time. Six out of every ten passengers choosing to fly the only non-stop, multi frequency route to the South West from London originate from the South East, providing a welcome boost in helping sustain the regional economy.

Flybe - intelligent choice for business travel

Flybe continues to show its commitment to business travel with a growing range of innovative business-focused services to keep passengers on the move during challenging economic times.

Flybe’s web activity reaches new heights

Flybe has last week recorded the highest ever daily numbers of unique visitors to its website, flybe.com, succeeding in driving volume of web traffic beyond that of flagship carrier, British Airways, for the first time ever, again bucking recent data of a reported 42% slowdown overall in online flight searches*.

Flybe’s partnership with Avis takes off

Flybe has seen car rentals booked through its website skyrocket fivefold since teaming up with its long-term car rental partner, Avis, to enable customers booking online at flybe.com to reserve and pre-pay for their Avis car rental in one seamless transaction.

Flybe calls for tax freeze

Following the news from Holland that the Dutch government have decided to abolish its Air Passenger tax, Flybe has announced that is has written to Alastair Darling and called on him to postpone the proposed Air Passenger Duty (APD) planned for November 2009.

Flybe announces expansion at Gatwick

Flybe has announced major expansion of its services with the news that London Gatwick is to become its 14th base as a result of its new Dusseldorf service.

Flybe scoops lion's share of Gatwick to Newquay market

Flybe has revealed that its new service from London Gatwick to Newquay has been huge success. Its popularity, by providing the only direct service between the South West and the UK Capital, has not only led to the airline securing an impressive 56% market share after just a month but also towards the incredible 83% overall rise in passengers between the two destinations.

Training Academy plans receive council green light

Flybe has announced it is one step closer to starting construction of its new multi-million pound 25-classroom Training Academy at Exeter International Airport following yesterday’s approval of its Planning Application by East Devon District Council.

Flybe marks new Newcastle era with Shearer

Flybe is showing Newcastle United fans its support and has removed the black nose cone from its ‘Kevin Keegan’ aircraft following the news that legendary Geordie player, Alan Shearer, has agreed to take over as the Magpies’ new manager.

Flybe success leads to Guernsey job growth

Flybe continues to increase its commitment to the Channel Islands and in particular to Guernsey where it is now launching a recruitment drive for local cabin crew.

Flybe to host major international aviation forum

Flybe Aviation Services, the aircraft maintenance division of Flybe, and the Recognised Embraer Service Centre for Europe, has been chosen by the Brazilian-based manufacturer to host its annual Operators’ Maintenance Forum in Exeter later this month.

Flybe to rescue of Leeds Bradford

Flybe has announced some good news for Yorkshire and the North with the launch of a new three times daily service from Leeds Bradford to London Gatwick.

Flybe extends Exeter City sponsorship

Flybe has announced its continued sponsorship of Exeter City FC through to Summer 2010, again underlying its long term commitment and loyalty to the club and to the region that began back in 2002. Flybe will also have the option to extend the contract further during the course of next season.

Flybe achieves City & Guilds Centre status

Flybe has announced it has officially become the UK’s newest City & Guilds Centre following the successful completion of an extensive approval process. The certification means that Flybe can now award its cabin crew National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) through its Training Academy.

Flybe slashes cost of summer flights

Flybe has announced it is discounting some of its most popular European and UK summer routes that, with substantial savings of up to 50% if booked before May 14th, is designed to keep Britain on the move during these challenging economic times. Destinations include Paris, Newquay, Dusseldorf, Southampton and Cardiff.

Flybe expresses disappointment with Budget

Flybe reacted with extreme disappointment at Alastair Darling’s failure to postpone the latest round of Air Passenger Duty tax rises in November.

Flybe adds extra Gatwick flight for Guernsey

Flybe has announced an additional rotation on its Guernsey to London Gatwick route effective 29th June.

Flybe announces winter programme

Flybe, Europe’s largest and most successful regional airline, has today announced its full 2009/10 Winter programme that offers travellers a choice of 2,900 flights on more than 140 popular routes every week available for booking now for travel between 25th October and 27th March 2010.