Before Chambery could take jets, some very popular charters were operated by Brymon in the 1980's Exeter - Chambery for In-Style Holidays, a ski operator based in Exeter, using the Dash 7. Flights London City - Chambery also operated.
The Dash 8 Q400 is a whole lot faster and more comfortable than the Dash 7.
These flights avoided going to Gatwick, and the very long bus ride from Lyon.
Every flight was sold out. Departure was 0900. Passengers were invited to check in early to join in an unlimited Bucks Fizz breakfast in the airport bar, got on board in a haze of aimiability about everything, and slept all the way. The wine was cheap sparkling white, with bulk orange juice. The cost was under £2.00 per head, nothing compared to the anaesthetic effect it achieved.