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Alderney flights cancelled due to unprecedented crew sickness
Overview
Several flights between Guernsey, Alderney, and Southampton have been cancelled until 16 October due to an unprecedented level of crew sickness at Skybus, the airline contracted by Aurigny to operate the routes.
Key points
- Skybus notified Guernsey States-owned airline Aurigny of an unprecedented level of crew sickness.
- Services between Guernsey, Alderney, and Southampton are impacted until 16 October.
- Skybus CEO Stuart Reid apologised for the disruption and acknowledged the service falls below expectations.
- Aurigny stated that rumours of a total cancellation of all Alderney services are incorrect, with the majority of the schedule still expected to run.
- Passengers affected are being contacted directly to arrange alternative transport where possible.