Eastern Airways has grounded its entire fleet, with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) confirming it has suspended the carrier’s operations.
Passengers with forthcoming bookings have been advised against travelling to airports, as the CAA instructs travellers to “make their own alternative travel arrangements via other airlines, rail or coach operators”.
The carrier served six UK airports: London Gatwick, Aberdeen, Teesside International, Humberside, Wick and Newquay.
Beyond passenger services, the airline also provided charter flights for Premier League and Championship football clubs.
The CAA stated: “Eastern Airways, which operated regional services from airports across the United Kingdom, has suspended operations. “, as reported by City AM.
“All Eastern Airways operated flights are now cancelled. Therefore, please do not go to the airport as flights will not be operating.”
Selina Chadha, consumer and markets director at the CAA, said: “We urge passengers planning to fly with this airline not to go to the airport as all Eastern Airways flights are cancelled.
“Eastern Airways customers should visit the Civil Aviation Authority’s website for the latest information.”
Travellers due to fly today and tomorrow are being provided with complimentary travel through various rail operators.
The CAA announced: “London and North Eastern Railway (LNER), ScotRail, TransPennine Express (TPE), and Northern will offer free Standard Class travel to Eastern Airways staff and customers on Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 October, on suitable routes operated by each train company.
“To access this support, affected individuals should present either an Eastern Airways employee ID, boarding pass, or flight confirmation to station staff.”
This development follows the recent report of a double-digit rise in H1 2025 profit for London Gatwick – the largest airport where Eastern Airways operates.
In September, the government approved a £2.2bn expansion plan for a second runway at Gatwick.
Eastern Airways has been contacted for a response.
