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[Jerry]

Flybe advertising for BHX Duty Manager, so not going anywhere anytime soon - money is very poor !

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The new CEO is initiating a recruitment drive due to a chronic shortage of staff I'm told.

 

[Ray Finkle]

New handling agent moving into T2 from October.

World Flight Services (WFS) - Ground Handling Opportunities

 

[58terminus]

New handling agent moving into T2 from October.

Hi Ray. Just wondering as this is on the FLYBE thread if they will be working exclusively for them,itself a good sign of commitment with the recent changes, or will they service other airlines at T2?
A quick look at their website shows they have a presence at UK airports where one other particular airline have large operations.

 

[IanFarquharson]

I think they handle easyjet at MAN

 

[Ray Finkle]

Hi Ray. Just wondering as this is on the FLYBE thread if they will be working exclusively for them,itself a good sign of commitment with the recent changes, or will they service other airlines at T2?
A quick look at their website shows they have a presence at UK airports where one other particular airline have large operations.

I think Flybe initially but who knows what will happen in the future.

Hopefully a little competition will be a good thing, especially with some of the issues that we have seen in recent years.

 

[Jerry]

I think they handle easyjet at MAN

I'm sure DHL handles Easyjet at MAN. LGW and BRS as well.

 

[Ray Finkle]

Going by their website WFS currently only have a UK presence at EDI (they started there Nov 2018) so BHX will be their second airport.

It does appear that they are wanting more in the future and that their 'growth strategy is aimed at numerous UK airports'.

It will be interesting to see what the future holds.

 

[58terminus]

It will be interesting to see what the future holds.

Hopefully a bright future.

 

[CCGE29]

WFS used to have a presence at MAN handling the likes of LS, TK & SN.

 

[smithy108]

Important move to strengthen their executive team. Ex EasyJet so hopefully a positive influence as we need a strong FlyBe for the future

Hope appointed chief operations officer at Flybe

Connect Airways has announced the appointment of Chris Hope as Flybe’s new chief operations officer.
He will take up the role from November 4th.
Reporting directly to Connect Airways’ chief executive Mark Anderson, Hope will take responsibility for Flybe’s ground and air operations and customer service.
Anderson commented: “I am delighted that Chris will be joining our leadership team.
“His experience is impressive - an inspirational leader who has successfully delivered significant change and improvement throughout his career.
“His appointment supports our delivery of a safe and secure operation while we continue to enhance the experience we offer our customers.”
With over thirty years of aviation experience, he has held a number of senior positions at easyJet including director of flight operations, head of operations strategy and change, and head of easyJet’s main base at Gatwick.
He is also a qualified captain, most recently flying the Airbus A320.
Hope added: “Flybe provides a vital service that ensures quick and affordable connectivity across the UK’s regions and beyond.
“I am delighted to join the team as it embarks on this exciting new journey and look forward to playing a key role in ensuring that the airline delivers on its considerable potential. “I can’t wait to start!”

 

[Jerry]

Important move to strengthen their executive team. Ex EasyJet so hopefully a positive influence as we need a strong FlyBe for the future

Interesting that they chose someone who is ex Easyjet. Especially as a former executive said that trying to be like Easyjet got them into the mess they got in.

 

[Scottie Dog]

At least he has experience as a pilot!!

 

[jfy1999]

Flybe will hand Isle of Man operations back to Stobart Air in 2020.

Flybe to close Isle of Man base under new plans | ITV News

The process will be completed by the start of summer 2020 and is part of a new commercial arrangement with Stobart Air. | ITV News Granada

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[SRDey]

Virgin Atlantic outlines huge ambitions for expanded Heathrow

Virgin Atlantic has outlined plans for a massive expansion of its network to create a "second flag carrier" in the UK, should slot reforms being considered for an expanded Heathrow airport work in its favour.

www.flightglobal.com

Virgin Atlantic plans to take on British Airways for Heathrow flights

Airline wants to grow global route network by 400% and challenge rival’s dominance

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Great news for Virgin Atlantic but it makes you think of what will happen to FlyBe and future at BHX considering they are to be operating under the Virgin Brand soon?

 

[Matt995]

Virgin Atlantic outlines huge ambitions for expanded Heathrow

Virgin Atlantic has outlined plans for a massive expansion of its network to create a "second flag carrier" in the UK, should slot reforms being considered for an expanded Heathrow airport work in its favour.

www.flightglobal.com

Virgin Atlantic plans to take on British Airways for Heathrow flights

Airline wants to grow global route network by 400% and challenge rival’s dominance

www.google.com

Great news for Virgin Atlantic but it makes you think of what will happen to FlyBe and future at BHX considering they are to be operating under the Virgin Brand soon?

Well we are talking about 2026 if the 3rd runway is built at Heathrow, 7 years away which is a very long time in aviation, so it won't possible affect Birmingham until then, so no need to worry!

 

[GliderPilot]

Fair point, I wonder what changes will happen to FlyBe between now and then. It will be interesting to watch it unfold

 

[Angie88]

Can’t see Flybe (or whatever it’s new Virgin brand may be) existing at BHX in 2026. All I got from this article is ‘connect to Heathrow, expand at Heathrow, add competition at Heathrow’.. I say let’s go orange!

Also, with the potential of JetBlue partnering with EasyJet, a nice easyJet base might just work in our favour

 

[nbdm]

Is there a possibility that Easyjet coming into the new Scottish routes could give Flybe an excuse to pull out of these routes in the future?

 

[SRDey]

Can’t see Flybe (or whatever it’s new Virgin brand may be) existing at BHX in 2026. All I got from this article is ‘connect to Heathrow, expand at Heathrow, add competition at Heathrow’.. I say let’s go orange!

Also, with the potential of JetBlue partnering with EasyJet, a nice easyJet base might just work in our favour

Sad to think that FlyBe might completely disappear from Birmingham between now and 2026 to become Virgin Atlantic or just a feeder airline under the Virgin brand for Heathrow.

I think with timed entry of EasyJet at Birmingham it goes to show that we will lose FlyBe I think EasyJet will grow as we see FlyBe start to decline whilst they become Virgin. But then again you never know with Virgin considering they have just come up with this idea to open 130+ routes from Heathrow starting from Next Year they could stay in Birmingham and just operate Short Hall but it’s highly unlikely as Birmingham for them has never or will never be an Airport for them.

 

[58terminus]

Well we are talking about 2026 if the 3rd runway is built at Heathrow, 7 years away which is a very long time in aviation,

Anybody announcing expansion plans years ahead based on the the on time completion of a major infrastructure project is either deluded or looking for free publicity.
Never mind it being a long time in aviation.It is a very short time to expect the completion of a major UK infrastructure project.
Look at the derelict land that is going to blight Brum, London. and all points between for years whilst HS2 is,isn't built.