UK airline set to axe TWO European routes – but they will still be flying from Scotland
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LOGANAIR is expected to scrap two European routes next year - but they will still be flying from Scotland.
The Glasgow-based airline is currently in talks over a total of five routes flying from Newcastle Airport.
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Loganair is set to scrap two European routes possibly at the start of next year
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Flights from Newcastle Airport to Bergen and Stavanger in Norway will be ended
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Three of the five flights are set to be retained.
But Loganair is expected to end direct flights from Newcastle to two Norwegian cities - Bergen and Stavanger, The Herald reports.
The flights will possibly be scrapped from the start of next year.
Passengers will still be able to catch Loganair flights to Bergen from Edinburgh and Sumburgh.
Three other services from Newcastle to Southampton, Exeter and Newquay will remain in place as they are "very popular".
There are no expected job losses.
However, staff will be "redeployed to other locations and roles across the business".
Loganair has been approached for comment.
Back in May, the airline launched an exciting new flight between Edinburgh and Guernsey.
The Scots journey will run once a week over the summer until the start of September.
Southwest to cut flights to holiday hotspot from September 4 as customers unable to book tickets
Flights depart Edinburgh at 4.10pm, touching down in picturesque Guernsey by 6.10pm.
The return leg leaves Guernsey at 6.40pm, arriving in Edinburgh by 8.45pm.
The direct route offers Scots a unique holiday location for those craving sea views, cliff walks, and seafood dining.
Loganair chief commercial officer Luke Lovegrove said: 'The launch of our direct service between Edinburgh and Guernsey offers a seamless connection between two distinct destinations and underlines our ongoing commitment to regional connectivity.
'Whether customers are heading to Guernsey for a relaxing island break or flying north to explore Edinburgh's rich history and culture, Loganair's latest expansion of our regional routes offers a convenient and direct service.'
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