A UK airline has collapsed and cancelled all flights with immediate effect.
Blue Islands, which operated regular services between Jersey and several English airports, announced on Friday that it had ceased trading and that all future flights were cancelled.
In a notice on its website, the airline urged passengers not to travel to the airport unless they had already arranged alternative transport.
The shutdown comes just days after regional carrier Eastern Airways halted all flights and stopped selling tickets as it faced closure.
Blue Islands, headquartered in Guernsey, ran a fleet of five ATR-72 aircraft and primarily operated routes between Jersey and airports across England.
Blue Island’s website told passengers: “We regret to inform you that Blue Islands has suspended trading effective on 14 November 2025.
“All future flights operated by Blue Islands have been cancelled.
“Please do not travel to the airport unless you have made alternative travel arrangements.
“We deeply regret the inconvenience that this will bring to your travel plans.”
It continued: “For bookings made through our codeshare partner Aurigny but travelling on a Blue Islands flight, please contact Aurigny directly – some flights may still be operating.
“For bookings made through a travel agent or holiday company, please contact the company through whom you booked for advice and guidance.”
Elaine Millar, Jersey’s minister for Treasury and Resources, said: “I am saddened by the announcement that Blue Islands has suspended operations, and my immediate thoughts are with the people whose jobs have been affected and the passengers whose travel will be disrupted.”
The politician confirmed that government support was “ready and available” for employees based in Jersey.
“Government is working with an alternative airline to ensure that Jersey has reliable and sustainable air links for the long term,” she added.
Loganair, the UK’s leading regional airline, has announced it will be offering new flights, operating from Sunday, to support affected passengers.
Ms Miller continued: “At its peak, Eastern was an award-winning airline providing 200 flights per day.
“Its passengers included Queen Elizabeth and other members of the Royal Family, as well as Prime Ministers, Premier League Football Clubs and Formula 1 Teams and management.
“They also provided valuable services on public service obligation (PSO) routes and supported energy critical services to the oil and gas sector.”
