Loganair is launching a new direct service between City of Derry and Edinburgh today—and the Northern Irish airport’s MD has called on other airlines to explore the significant untapped potential that exists in its catchment area.
A more lenient tax regime will encourage airlines to create new routes, bringing in additional revenue to the country’s airport infrastructure and tourism supply chain.
Securing air service to a hub is a key target for City of Derry (LDY) as the Northern Irish airport seeks to rebuild connectivity in the wake of the pandemic.
Almost a year after hosting Routes Europe, key stakeholders from Belfast explain how Northern Ireland is aiming to capitalise on the strength of its tourism offer to attract new air services to the region.