Hi
I’ve Just noticed that a new BAe Jetstream 31 operator call Jetstream Express are to launch 3 routes from Blackpool Airport this coming summer. Flights are now on sale via the airlines website. http://www.jetstreamexpress.com
The new Airline is been set up by Coventry based Jetstream Executive and will be using its AOC and basing one of its 4 aircraft at Blackpool airport 5 days a week. Operating flights Monday to Friday only.
The Airline is launching with a twice-daily Blackpool – Belfast City service on May 8th then the second route a once daily Blackpool – Aberdeen service will be commenced on June 4th. The 3rd route from Blackpool will be a once daily Southampton service, which commences on 2nd July.
Monday to Friday Timetables only.
JX101 = Blackpool – Belfast City = 07:30 – 08:20
JX102 = Belfast City – Blackpool = 08:45 – 09:35
JX201 = Blackpool – Aberdeen = 10:00 – 11:20
JX202 = Aberdeen – Blackpool = 11:45 – 13:05
JX301 = Blackpool – Southampton = 13:30 – 14:40
JX302 = Southampton – Blackpool = 15:10 – 16:20
JX103 = Blackpool – Belfast City = 16:55 – 17:45
JX104 = Belfast City – Blackpool = 18:10 – 19:00
Heres the official press release from the Blackpool Airport Website. http://www.blackpoolinternational.com/about-us/news.php?article=55
JETSTREAM EXPRESS FLIGHTS CONNECT BLACKPOOL TO THREE CITIES
Business and leisure travellers flying to and from the North West are the first to benefit from fast-transit scheduled services introduced by Jetstream Express.
Business and leisure travel between regional airports got quicker and easier today, with the launch of the fast-transit service Jetstream Express.
Offering direct connections between Blackpool International Airport and Southampton, Aberdeen and Belfast City, Jetstream Express is promising to cut the time spent commuting.
Ten flights per week will operate between Blackpool and Belfast from 8th May 2007. And with business in mind, flight times have been carefully selected * the 7.30am service from Blackpool will get commuters into Belfast City at 8.20am, in good time for a 9am start.
The Blackpool to Aberdeen service will start on 4th June with five flights each week, and the Blackpool to Southampton shuttle opens for business on 2nd July.
John Hardcastle, Director of Jetstream Express said: “Jetstream Express is all about speed and efficiency. We’ve chosen our routes carefully so that passengers can be sure of the fastest ‘kerb to gate’ times possible. We’re focussed on getting them out of their cars, through the airport and into the air as quickly and comfortably as possible. And passengers will benefit from free in-flight hospitality and access to the Blackpool International executive lounge too.”
The service is being operated by charter experts Jetstream Executive Travel, a company that owns and operates a fleet of 19-seater modern, spacious Jetstream 31 aircraft. According to John Hardcastle, it’s all part of the plan: “We’re using aircraft that are ideally suited to short-haul routes, and insist on our own crews * their commitment is essential for us to achieve fast turn-around times and the highest standards of passenger service.”
Gareth Kennedy, Blackpool International Airport’s Director of Business Development, said: “Jetstream Express prides itself on its ability to deliver first class personal service at a competitive price every time, so we are delighted to welcome them on board at Blackpool International.
“Although we anticipate that the majority of passengers on these routes will fly for business reasons, we also expect that leisure passengers will take advantage of the services to visit Blackpool and the surrounding areas or fly from the North West to these three great cities for a short break or longer holiday.”
24hr online booking facilities are available: http://www.jetstreamexpress.com
Freephone bookings: 0800 980 9250
Monday to Friday 0730 – 1930
Weekends 1000 – 1700
Group Bookings 0800 980 9250
By: mmemovements - 20th April 2007 at 22:28
Only reason I can see for the Belfast route is to have a dig at Manx2!
Scott
By: cloud_9 - 19th April 2007 at 12:36
There also appears to be another new airline on the scene…it is called Birmingham European Airways.
Before anyone mentions, this is not the now defunct ‘Birmingham European Airways’ that was originally formed in 1983, it is a newly established airline that is planning to serve several European destinations from Birmingham, using Jetstream 31 aircraft, although the people behind the new venture had hoped to of started operations by last year, so not sure what is happening with it at present, but here is a link to the ‘new’ Birminham European website: http://www.birminghameuropean.com/
By: Richard Taylor - 18th April 2007 at 13:56
Good luck to Jetstream Executive/Express.
Hopefully re ABZ the Jetstream will be better suited to the route than the City Star DO328.
Certainly the fares look cheaper this time, may help matters.
By: andrewm - 17th April 2007 at 22:50
Odd that they think getting to Belfast is more important than people getting to Blackpool. I was under the impression from local tourism blurb that it was a bigger thing for people to be able to get to Blackpool than to get to Belfast from Blackpool!
The only reason I can see people wanting to visit Blackpool is because the Federation of Small Business HQ is there :p 😀 :dev2:
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April 17, 2007 at 7:48 pm