Loganair to Cut Winter Flights to Scottish Islands, Citing Low Passenger Numbers
The UK's largest regional airline, Loganair, has announced significant cuts to its winter flight schedule for Scotland's islands, including Shetland, Orkney, and the Western Isles. The airline attributes the decision to a substantial drop in passenger demand compared to pre-pandemic levels, rendering several routes commercially unviable. These reductions will affect key inter-island services and connections to mainland hubs like Aberdeen and Glasgow. Local leaders and residents have voiced serious concerns, describing the move as a "body blow" that threatens essential connectivity for medical appointments and economic stability. Loganair stated the changes are necessary to ensure its long-term viability while maintaining a core schedule.
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