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Empty Aurigny jet takes to skies for crew training

AMONGST the quiet of lockdown, Bailiwick residents may have heard the familiar sound of the Aurigny jet overhead as crews take to the skies for training.

Ariel shot of Guernsey from the Aurigny jet. Picture taken by pilot Tristan Marchent. (27928103)
Ariel shot of Guernsey from the Aurigny jet. Picture taken by pilot Tristan Marchent. (27928103) / Guernsey Press

Yesterday and today the jet has been flying overhead so the crew can ensure they have up-to-date training.

These are not passenger flights.

The empty Aurigny jet aircraft. (27928100)
The empty Aurigny jet aircraft. (27928100) / Guernsey Press

A spokesperson for the company said Aurigny remains committed to being the community airline of the Bailiwick and ready to commence services as and when it is safe and appropriate to do so.

Ariel shot of Guernsey from the Aurigny jet. Picture taken by pilot Tristan Marchent. (27928108)
Ariel shot of Guernsey from the Aurigny jet. Picture taken by pilot Tristan Marchent. (27928108) / Guernsey Press

'As such, it is imperative for our pilots to keep up to date and this will mean on occasion aircraft may take to the skies to ensure such training can take place,' they said.

'We would once again like to thank our customers and staff for their support and patience during this extraordinary time.

Aurigny's jet crew practicing social distancing. (27928111)
Aurigny's jet crew practicing social distancing. (27928111) / Guernsey Press

'We look forward to doing what we do best as soon as circumstances allow.'

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