Highland Airways problems

HIGHLAND AIRWAYS, the Inverness based regional operator, has put out a statement explaining that the company  has been facing difficult trading, most recently exacerbated by the severe winter, and resultant reduced flying and reduced income.  As well as charter work for the oil industry and some of the countries leading industrial companies the airline undertakes PSO (public service obligations) services to the Outer Hebrides from Inverness,  from Oban,  and the Cardiff to Anglesey airlink.  Having closed its internet booking facility and only taking bookings on the day (a very honourable step – editor) , it is now accepting reservations on all scheduled flights until the end of February.  Bookings beyond that point are not currently open, but will be released as soon as possible.  The company says that it recognises the requirement of a new partner to stabilise its position and allow it to develop into the future and is making good progress in that respect. www.highlandairways.co.uk

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