Flybe are currently basing G-STRE (733) in full flybe colours and G-STRF (73G) in Astraeus colours at BHX from yesterday. Flybe are still waiting for the other 733 deliveries. Flybe currently basing a Hola 733 at SOU I think?
G-STRE was operating flights to Belfast and Scotland Friday and Saturday I believe so that flybe Cabin Crew can get some experience and training. Flybe started their 737 ops yesterday to Spain & Portugal.
Whilst at work yesterday I spotted lots of Astraeus flight crew passing through the airport. Unsure if flybe have their own crew on their 733. They definately dont on the 73G.
I think flybe will be using these 733’s up until new aircraft are delivered. No new aircraft have been ordered as yet. Rumoured to be either the 737-700 or the A319.