Carmichael warns centralising air traffic control would be ‘fraught with danger’
A warning has been made that a centralised air traffic control system mooted by the airport authority would be “fraught with danger”.
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Sumburgh air traffic control could be replaced with ‘centralised surveillance’
A review has been announced which could see Sumburgh air traffic control operations replaced by a centrally-controlled system.
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Abusive behaviour at Sumburgh Airport costs diabetic man £400
A diabetic who became abusive in an airport departure lounge after drinking has been told he was fortunate he had not been planning a trip
READ FULL STORYEmergency services stood down after plane lands safely
A full emergency was declared at Sumburgh Airport shortly before 7pm.
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Loganair chief prepares for flying solo
Loganair’s plans for life after Flybe are to be discussed at a meeting of ZetTrans on Thursday, attended by the airline’s managing director.
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Plane off Sumburgh runway
A plane went off the runway at Sumburgh Airport this afternoon.
READ FULL STORYNew routes added as Loganair reveals summer schedule
Loganair has revealed more about its plans for next year following the news that it will sever ties with Flybe.
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Sumburgh Airport ‘taking steps’ to improve disabled access
Sumburgh Airport has been urged to better communicate the help it offers to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility.
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Scottish Ensemble announce arrival with pop-up show at airport
• Tourists and local travellers got a surprise on Wednesday morning when members of the Scottish Ensemble gave a short pop-up performance at Sumburgh Airport.
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Former tourism chief takes helm at airport operator
A new chairman has been appointed to lead Highlands and Islands Airports Ltd.
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A literary gift for Disability Shetland
Booklovers’ donations have helped raised £1,500 for Disability Shetland.
READ FULL STORYExtra seats for Bergen flights
Flybe franchise partner Loganair has announced more seats on its Sumburgh to Norway route this summer.
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Delayed flight prevents farmers from reaching rally
A delayed Loganair flight put paid to efforts from isles farmers to take part in a rally in protest over the CAP payment debacle. The…
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Crew shortage leads to 24 hours without emergency helicopter
There was no emergency coastguard helicopter available at Sumburgh for 24 hours between last Thursday and Friday, due to crew shortage.
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