EDI loads were in the mid 40s which is fairly consistent with what I have experienced on the route in the last couple of years. The early weekend flight has switched from Friday back to early on Thursday for this summer which may have a negative impact on numbers. Also the commencement of flybe's GLA-SNN route might have an effect as a certain amount of the NOC route's passengers would be going to/from the west of Scotland.
However, the loads I saw on this trip were encouraging so hopefully it can continue to be sustained. I use it quite regularly and would certainly miss it if it was to be pulled at any stage.