Loganair is understood to have taken on at least 50 Blue Islands employees since the latter airline ceased trading and went into liquidation.
It follows interviews carried out by the Scottish carrier – which has stepped in alongside Aurigny to support air connectivity – last week.
On Wednesday, liquidators Ernst & Young said that Blue Islands had employed around 110 people, mostly based in the Channel Islands.
The majority were made redundant, with 12 staff retained to support the winding down process.
Of the staff made redundant, around 50 are understood to have been taken on by Loganair so far, mainly crew members.
It is also understood that Loganair is planning to establish a “permanent operating base” in Jersey.
The airline has also said it has held “constructive” talks with Guernsey’s government which could lead to it operating long term on the inter-island route, which is now protected as a ‘life-line’ link and will require a licence to operate commercial flights from mid-January.
Loganair CEO Luke Farajallah said his airline is committed to, and well positioned to, continue providing a service to the Channel Islands.
“We had very constructive and positive meetings in Guernsey yesterday but at this stage it would be inappropriate to discuss the details,” he said.
“We remain fully committed to finding a sustainable way forward to ensure a resilient flying program. With our 63-year heritage of serving the UK regions and providing lifeline services to island communities, Loganair is well-positioned to provide the support needed to the people of Jersey and Guernsey.”
