flybe:
"REGIONAL airline Flybe has announced a new daily year-round route from Manchester to Amsterdam.The new service to Schipol airport will begin on October 26. One way fares, including taxes and other charges start at £39.99.The airline will operate daily flights between Manchester and Amsterdam using 88-seat Embraer 175 jet aircraft. Monday to Friday flights will depart from Manchester at 1340 arriving at Amsterdam at 1615".
As someone who has been disappointed with the lack of growth by flybe to Europe from MAN, I have to admit to being more than surprised by this announcement and particularly the choice of route, considering we already have numerous flights by KLM and U2. There are still a number of destination voids that perhaps could be better filled. Still, we can only wish them well and their commitment is welcome.