Loganair celebrates 60th anniversary with competition launch

Jonathan Hinkles, Loganair’s chief executive, said the milestone "could never have been reached" without the "efforts and dedication" of Scott Grier, the airline’s president between 1976 and 2012, its team of staff over the last six decades and the carrier’s owners, Stephen and Peter Bond.

"We are thrilled to be celebrating our 60th anniversary, an unrivalled milestone in the UK regional airline industry," he added.

"In the time that Loganair has been serving customers in Scotland and beyond, over 50 other airlines have come and gone – yet a constant has been the commitment of Loganair to keeping communities connected."

Scotland’s first minister Nicola Sturgeon said Loganair has made an "exceptional contribution" to the Scottish economy.

"Loganair’s leadership in the net-zero transition is also hugely appreciated and it should help ensure a very bright future for Scotland’s airline," she added.