Skybus wins expedited Cornwall PSO for Newquay–Gatwick, to use ATR72s from 23 Nov 2025

Skybus has been awarded an expedited Cornwall public service obligation to resume Newquay–Gatwick services from 23 November 2025 and will deploy ATR72 turboprops on the route. The interim PSO follows a fast‑track tender by Cornwall Council to restore scheduled air links to the region.

Discovered 2025-11-10T03:32:20.516709-08:00 | 2025-11-10T03:32:20.516709-08:00

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Skybus was awarded an expedited PSO by Cornwall Council to operate Newquay–Gatwick from 23 Nov 2025, deploying ATR72 turboprops — a firm start date and equipment choice that matter for regional capacity and planning.
The interim PSO restores scheduled air connectivity via a fast‑track tender, and sits alongside regional connectivity initiatives such as Open Skies Network's investment to trial next‑generation seaplanes and autonomous aircraft.

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