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Here you can find an archive of press releases organised by month which are associated with NQY, the community and its airlines.
If you have a press release you would like to display here, please email it through to nqyinfo@newquaycornwallairport.com for the attention of 'Marketing and Communications'
BMI Baby - News Update
Friday, 4 May, 2012
Newquay Cornwall Airport Limited
4 May 2012
First time flight into home airport for Newquay born Loganair pilot Ben
Thursday, 5 April, 2012
The flight on Friday 4th May for the newly established route into Newquay Airport from Glasgow by Loganair will be piloted by Captain Ben Hyatt, the son of Bob and Janine Hyatt who are part owners of Hendra Holiday Park in Newquay. 27yr old Ben is one of the youngest pilots to become a captain within Loganair; he was born and bred in Newquay and, whilst he has been flying commercially for 7 years, this is the first time he has had the opportunity to fly into his home town airport.
FLYBE AND FRANCHISE PARTNER LOGANAIR LAUNCH NEW DIRECT FLIGHT FROM NEWQUAY TO GLASGOW
Thursday, 5 April, 2012
Passengers will from today be able to fly to Scotland’s biggest city in under two hours -
LOGANAIR and franchise partner Flybe today (Thursday, April 5) launched a direct service to Glasgow, Scotland’s biggest city, from Newquay Cornwall Airport.
From today, a Loganair Saab 340 aircraft will operate up to five flights per week between NQY and Glasgow.
Scilly springs to life with packed events calendar
Thursday, 5 April, 2012
Fly from NQY to the Isles of Scilly with Skybus to enjoy great events for the Spring Season
The Isles of Scilly Steamship Company is sponsoring an action-packed programme of events to kick off the 2012 spring season on the Isles of Scilly.
New for 2012! Show 'n' Shine comes to Newquay Airport
Tuesday, 3 April, 2012
(Picture courtesy of Adam Spedding)
Run to the Sun 2012 – annual ‘Show ‘n’ Shine’ Event is coming to Newquay Airport!
Sunday 3rd June 2012
For the first time ever, Newquay Cornwall Airport is proud to be hosting this great event – Come and show off your pride and joy, or just enjoy the atmosphere at this fun-filled day out for the whole family.
Runway Runaround - A fantastic event
Thursday, 29 March, 2012
Picture courtesy of the Cornish Guardian
The team at Newquay Airport would like to say Congratulations to all the runners that took part in the 10k Runway Runaround on Sunday March 25th - there was a great turnout of runners and supporters and we had a wonderful day in the sunshine! Over £15,000 was raised in support of the Cornwall Air Ambulance. Well Done to All!
Read more from the Cornish Guardian
FLYBE'S SUMMER SCHEDULE TAKES OFF FROM NEWQUAY CORNWALL AIRPORT WITH THREE NEW ROUTES
Monday, 26 March, 2012
Leading regional airline, Flybe’s 2012 summer programme features six routes with a choice of up to 70 flights a week including key London Gatwick service
Entries welcome for Cornwall Air Ambulance Runway Runaround
Friday, 16 March, 2012
Picture courtesy of CAAT www.cornwallairambulancetrust.org
People of all walks of life are being urged to get their running shoes on and get involved with the first Runway Runaround event in aid of Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust.
The charity is hosting two challenge events for both experienced and novice runners, a 10km run and a 4km fun run, around Newquay Cornwall Airport on Sunday, March 25 next year.
Cornwall Air Ambulance lands at new base for the first time
Wednesday, 1 February, 2012
Picture courtesy of CAAT www.cornwallairambulancetrust.org
The Cornwall Air Ambulance landed at its new home at Newquay Cornwall Airport for the first time today.
The state-of-the-art new headquarters at Trevithick Downs brings both the operations and fundraising teams together on one site for the first time, during the charity’s 25th anniversary year.
Placements Announced for Cornwall’s Advanced Aeronautical Apprentices
Sunday, 22 January, 2012
Since starting their intense Advanced Aeronautical Apprenticeships nine months ago at Newquay Cornwall Airport the apprentices have completed the first stage of their 2 year programme and have graduated from LRTT. They now take the first steps in their working careers by commencing work placements across Europe.
The last nine months have been demanding for the apprentices and with the placements secured; the technical training that has been undertaken can now be put into practice within a work environment over the next 16 months of vocational work experience.
As 2012 begins, so does the good news at Newquay Cornwall Airport
Wednesday, 18 January, 2012
Flybe announced this week they will operate another two new routes from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Belfast City and Newcastle in summer 2012, which follows hot on the heels of the airline’s announcement in December that it will also start flying a twice weekly service from Newquay to Norwich in May giving travellers to and from Cornwall a total choice of seven routes and 80 flights per week, a significant increase in destinations served by the UK Number 1 domestic airline.
Dusseldorf from Newquay Cornwall Airport - Lufthansa increases flights for Summer 2012
Thursday, 22 December, 2011
Germany’s national carrier Lufthansa has increased its frequency on its popular Newquay Dusseldorf route to keep up with growing demand.
The German flag carrier Lufthansa has confirmed they will introduce an additional Wednesday departure to compliment their existing Saturday services between Newquay - Dusseldorf for Summer 2012.
Cyprus from Newquay Cornwall Airport with Newmarket Holidays
Tuesday, 20 December, 2011
Newquay Cornwall Airport is pleased to announce a brand new charter holiday destination from Newquay with Newmarket Holidays. The trusted tour operator will offer a flight direct from Newquay to Paphos on 4th November 2012 meaning Cornish residents can soak up some winter sun in this popular Mediterranean tourist resort.
Foundation stone revealed for Cornwall Air Ambulance new base
Wednesday, 30 November, 2011
Plans for a new home for the Cornwall Air Ambulance moved another step closer to completion with the unveiling of the building’s foundation stone.
Construction work on site near Newquay Cornwall Airport, which began in April 2011, remains on time for delivery of the finished project by Christmas.
A special ceremony was held where Councillor Pat Harvey, chairman of Cornwall Council, unveiled the foundation stone from under the St Piran’s flag.
FLYBE'S 2012 HOT SUMMER SCHEDULE TAKES OFF FROM NEWQUAY
Monday, 31 October, 2011
Flybe, Europe's largest regional airline and the UK's Number One Domestic carrier, has today announced its full 2012 summer schedule with three routes at Newquay International Airport, namely to London Gatwick, Edinburgh and a new summer route to Manchester that offer passengers a choice of up to 58 flights a week. Tickets are on sale now for booking at www.flybe.com from £29.99 one way including taxes and charges and are currently available for travel between March 25th and September 9th 2012.
