Loganair

Loganair (ICAO: LOG) is a prominent Scottish regional airline known for connecting remote communities and operating an extensive network across the UK and parts of Europe.

Loganair was established on February 1, 1962, by Willie Logan as the air charter arm of his construction company, initially operating a single Piper Aztec. Over the decades, it evolved from an air taxi service into a vital regional carrier, particularly for Scotland's remote islands. The airline experienced various ownerships, including the Royal Bank of Scotland and British Midland Airways, and operated as a franchisee for British Airways and later Flybe, before becoming independent again. Today, it is recognized as the largest regional airline in the United Kingdom by passenger numbers and fleet size.

The airline's primary operational base is at Glasgow Airport, with additional hubs and operating bases located at Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Inverness, and Newcastle upon Tyne airports. Loganair operates a diverse fleet designed to suit its varied route network, which currently includes ATR 42s, ATR 72s, Britten-Norman Islanders, De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otters, and Embraer 145 regional jets. The airline is actively modernizing its fleet, with Saab 340s being retired and new ATR aircraft being introduced.

Loganair's route network primarily focuses on domestic flights within the UK, offering essential air services to numerous regional and remote communities, especially in Scotland. It operates to over 40 destinations, including the renowned world's shortest scheduled flight between Westray and Papa Westray in the Orkney Islands. The airline also provides international connections to destinations in Europe, such as Norway (Bergen, Stavanger), Denmark (Esbjerg), and Ireland (Donegal, Dublin). While not part of a major global airline alliance like Star Alliance, SkyTeam, or Oneworld, Loganair has strong codeshare agreements with partners like British Airways. Starting in 2025, Loganair will adopt Avios as the loyalty currency for its Clan Loganair program, allowing passengers to earn and redeem Avios across its network and with other Avios partners. The airline offers economy class seating with three fare types: Fly, Fly Flex, and Fly Flex+, providing varying levels of baggage allowance and benefits. Complimentary refreshments are typically served on board.