Flybe innovation timeline
Flybe is at the forefront of the European low cost aviation industry and a market leader in introducing innovative customer focused product enhancements. Below is a summary of just some of these innovations.
- May 2008 - Flybe re-accommodates 20,000 passengers left without flights after collapse of Isle of Man-based airline Euromanx, all without charge
- February 2008 - Announce landmark franchise agreement with Loganair, the Scottish regional airline, the first such deal for a low-cost airline.
- January 2008 – Flybe named by UK Government as one of only three companies to be given an Awarding Body status for approved qualifications.
- August 2007 – Flybe launches the UK’s first low cost frequent flyer programme, Rewards4all, the first low cost FFP in the UK to reward all passengers for every flight they take
- June 2007 – Flybe launches the world’s first eco-labelling scheme
- March 2007 – Flybe acquires BA Connect to become Europe’s largest regional airline
- October 2006 - Flybe introduces flight changes online functionality
- March 2006 - Flybe becomes the first low cost airline to offer on-line check-in to passengers carrying hand and hold baggage
- February 2006 - Flybe first to offer customers protection against airline failure with Scheduled Airline Failure Insurance
- January 2006 - Flybe enhances its premium business offering, Economy Plus
- December 2005 - Flybe launches its Fair Deal on Baggage
- September 2005 - 1st airline to offer celebrity endorsed snacks and sandwiches onboard
- March 2005 - Flybe introduces pre-assigned seating facility allowing passengers to pre-book their seats
