Direct Flight Service Expansion: Blue Islands heads to Belgium
Blue Islands, the Channel Islands' airline, is working diligently to address fleet issues and restore its usual high on-time performance levels. Despite facing scrutiny due to cancelled flights and delayed services, the airline is forging ahead with new offerings, including direct flights from Jersey and Guernsey to Bruges, Belgium for a "magical escape" during the Christmas season.
The new destination offered by Blue Islands is Ostend Airport in Belgium, which is known for its proximity to the picturesque city of Bruges. Starting in December, travellers can choose from day return, two, and three-night stay options for their journey.
The airline's CEO, Rob Veron, expressed his pleasure about the new Belgian destination, saying it provides an exciting opportunity for islanders to experience the charm of Europe's Christmas markets.
The recent challenges faced by Blue Islands stemmed from an incident in May when one of its aircraft was damaged, leading to the removal of 28 flights from its summer calendar. The damage was due to debris sucked in by an engine, which in turn damaged a newly-installed turbine.
While the Jersey government has not yet taken any action against Blue Islands, it is considering doing so if the airline's services do not improve. According to a BBC report, there has been no publicly available information indicating that Blue Islands is currently under investigation by the Jersey government due to cancelled flights or service improvements.
In spite of the ongoing scrutiny, Blue Islands' direct flights to Bruges include transfers, making it a convenient option for islanders looking to explore Europe during the festive season. The airline has also added more flexibility to its flights, offering a range of options to suit different travellers' needs.
In conclusion, Blue Islands continues to offer new flights to a European Christmas market destination, despite the challenges it has faced. While the Jersey government is considering taking action if the airline's services do not improve, there is currently no evidence of a formal investigation or review targeting Blue Islands for these issues.
The new Belgian destination offered by Blue Islands, a picturesque city called Bruges, offers an exciting opportunity for islanders to experience the charm of Europe's Christmas markets. To enable travellers to explore Europe during the festive season, Blue Islands has added more flexibility to its flights, offering a range of options to suit different travellers' needs.
