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Flybe did subcharter an ATR 72 to cover the problems with the fire cover, good on them for that, it didn't work out in the end but there was nothing more they could have done about that.
However there are many times in the past where Flybe have cancelled flights due to technical problems and left passengers in the lurch. Sure enough sometimes they bring in a replacement aircraft but that seems to be if and when it suits them.
Aurigny are going to have problems without a back-up aircraft now that they are utilising all three ATR aircraft, however 9/10 times they will get you to your destination.
You are always going to have teething troubles when a new aircraft is introduced, this is no different from when Flybe introduced the Q400.
Before you ask, I don't have any connections with Aurigny apart from being a Guernsey tax payer who supports his local airline.
Last edited by Geo73; 17th May 2009 at 15:39.