I believe Emerald started pax services on the LPL-IOM route with one of thier new ATP's a couple of days ago as well and the route wouldn't support 2 operators. Maybe thats why Euromanx might upgrade to the 146.
As far as the Little Prince's comments are concerned........oh dear, here we go, another chance to have a go at British Airways on the IOM. CHANGE THE RECORD! ITS GETTING A LITTLE BORING NOW......YAWN!