Tinwald - ok it's not direct but you can now book a flight from IOM into Europe without having to endure getting off and checking in (bags, security etc etc) and worrying about the huge cost of missing a connection. That in my book is a great step forward.
The only problem is...Brussels. For me it would make more sense to go to a European hub like CDG, AMS etc. Thus those who wish to go onwards long haul can (and avoid the draconian UK APD) whilst those who just want a break can go some where nice.
But it's a start and I hope it is successful.