Air Charter Scotland has increased capacity on the Wick-Aberdeen-Wick Public Service Obligation (PSO) route by adding 10 more seats daily from Monday to Friday and on Sundays. This enhancement comes with the introduction of Jetstream J32 services, which began this week under a wet lease from AIS Airlines of the Netherlands. The flights now depart Wick at 0800 and Aberdeen at 0930, with fares starting at £89.99 one way.
The 18-seat Jetstream J32, originally built at Prestwick, Scotland, marks a return to its roots. Air Charter Scotland, a Glasgow-based on-demand charter operator, was contracted by The Highland Council to operate this crucial route, which resumed on 15 January after a pause due to Eastern Airways' closure in October 2025.
The service, initially operated with a Beechcraft King Air 200, has been vital for the Caithness community. Despite challenging weather conditions, the King Air maintained reliability, with minimal cancellations due to high winds and snow. Derek Thomson, COO of Air Charter Scotland, noted, "Passengers have loved the King Air," highlighting its popularity and the increased demand with the onset of spring.
The alternative to this under-an-hour flight is a nearly five-hour car journey, underscoring the route's importance. Air Charter Scotland is also working to add the Jetstream J32 to its air operator's certificate, ensuring continued service flexibility. The company, headquartered in Glasgow with bases in London and Malta, is Scotland's second oldest airline operator and a member of the British Business and General Aviation Association and The Air Charter Association
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