Originally Posted by
JSCL
Correct, IOM has had an open skies policy since the 90s.
However, if I think I can make money operating flights from Gatwick to Heathrow, it doesnt mean that I can.
You still need the airport to grant you the slots to operate said routes and as the airport is Government owned, it still has that degree of control.
EGNS is not a coordinated airfield. Open Skies in the Isle of Man is that in the truest sense. Everyone and Anyone with a valid AOC and other documentation can set up shop on routes from there.