Following the notification that Stobart Air has ceased trading, Aer Lingus is now working with BA City Flyer to retain the routes previously operated by Stobart Air.
Aer Lingus Regional had been operated by Stobart Air under a franchise agreement. Late on the evening of 11th June, Stobart Air notified Aer Lingus that it was ceasing operations with immediate effect.
Teams across Aer Lingus have been working through the night progressing alternative flying operations from tomorrow to provide a service for Aer Lingus Regional customers.
Of the twelve routes immediately impacted by Stobart Air’s decision to cease trading, Aer Lingus will operate five routes and for at least the next week BA City Flyer will operate two. Alternative operations for the outstanding routes are still being determined.
All impacted customers are being contacted directly and offered details of an alternative flight where feasible. All impacted customers also have the option of a full refund.
Aer Lingus wishes to apologise to Aer Lingus Regional customers who have been affected by Stobart Air ceasing operations.
Aer Lingus (Mainline) will operate the following routes:
- Dublin – Edinburgh
- Dublin – Manchester
- Belfast City – Manchester
- Belfast City – Birmingham
- Belfast City – Edinburgh
BA City Flyer will operate the following routes:
- Belfast City – Exeter
- Belfast City – Leeds Bradford
Alternative operations for flights on following outstanding routes are still being determined:
- Dublin – Kerry
- Dublin – Donegal
Customers scheduled to travel on the:
- Belfast City – East Midlands
- Dublin – Glasgow
- Dublin – Newquay routes are being offered alternative flights
