I think that really suits the Monarch livery, looks fantastic!

Anyone know if they’re operating a Premium Cabin in it like they do on the A330?

Whilst I was still there, I seem to remember the 146’s also operated on the EMA-BHD route for a while, probably after the LH flights stopped.

Don’t think it lasted long. It was nice to see another type with BD at EMA for a while though.

Anyone got any idea what they’re planning to use these additional aircraft on?

I know they’re famous for their “Middless East Express Shuttle” with double drops on nearly every route they do. Maybe they’ll operate more routes point to point now instead?

“PLEASE Jet2, start an LBA-LGW service!!!”

If you want Jet2 to survive in the future you need to avoid wishing for this route. Leeds is too well served by rail for flights to London. I know BD do well with LHR but this is because of people flying to LHR, not London.

There is no way Jet2 or anyone else can compete with the train to London.

Have to agree with you there totally.

Its pretty much the same argument with EMA or BHX to London. Airlines say its too shorter distance, however, the rail network is too greater competition and when you take into account check-in time at airport and increased security (albeit for our own good) its not really as quick.

Having worked for BD for years, I know what Vince is saying about people on the LBA going to LHR not London. There were many people on those services connecting onto other flights, however there were a lot of business travellers too but I don’t know where they go when they get off the flight!

Its a damn shame to see the LCY service go though.

Can’t believe bmi have done it again. 🙁

I hope the cabin crew and flight deck on the ATR aren’t going to be layed off because of this. bmi will be getting a poor reputation for messing about with routes and dropping them if they’re not careful.

Thank god someone has seen the light there! Not everyone wants no frills do they!

Toffee Crisps all round then I think? :p