At Air Charter Scotland, we are proud to support The Air Charter Association’s Fly Legal Day (21st January)

21 January 2026

At Air Charter Scotland, we are proud to support The Air Charter Association’s Fly Legal Day (21st January 2026).

Fly Legal Day is an important moment for the aviation community to reaffirm its commitment to safety, professionalism and regulatory compliance. For operators and travellers alike, understanding what constitutes a legal charter flight is essential. Illegal charter operations may bypass vital safety checks, pilot licensing requirements, aircraft maintenance standards and insurance protections.

These shortcuts can place passengers at serious risk and undermine the high standards upheld by responsible, fully certified operators across the industry such as Air Charter Scotland. By raising awareness and encouraging informed decision-making, Fly Legal Day plays a vital role in protecting travellers and we strongly support it.

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Wick-Aberdeen PSO Flight Takes Off with Air Charter Scotland

15 January 2026

Air Charter Scotland successfully operated the first of its Wick-Aberdeen PSO flights on the morning of January 14th, on time and to schedule, restoring vital connectivity between the far north of Scotland and the rest of the UK.

The route commenced with the reliable business aircraft King Air 200 turboprop, chartered from UK operator DragonFly. This offers space for seven, ensuring that this PSO could be reinstated in accordance with Air Charter Scotland’s government contract.

The Wick–Aberdeen PSO air service is a lifeline route for the region, providing essential, affordable and accessible connectivity for those who live in, work in, and visit the far north.

The flight schedule consists of six return journeys per week: early morning flights from Monday to Thursday support business, healthcare access, and onward connections from Aberdeen throughout the week; an early evening departure on Fridays and a late afternoon return on Sunday supports weekend leisure and commuting travel between Wick and Aberdeen.

Air Charter Scotland, revered in the executive jet market, is underlining its commitment to expanding into regular air service flying as it seeks to add a larger Jetstream J32 to its Air Operator Certificate. This aircraft will provide space for 18 passengers each way on this essential service for the Caithness communities when it takes over the route from 1st March.

Derek Thomson, Chief Operating Officer at Air Charter Scotland, said:

“Air Charter Scotland Ltd is delighted to have been awarded the Wick–Aberdeen–Wick PSO air service. We are proud to support the people of the Caithness community by keeping this vital air link flying and providing a service the region can truly be proud of. This has been a real team effort in a relatively short space of time, with many people and organisations working tirelessly behind the scenes to make this possible. We look forward to serving the local community – with the King Air 200 initially and then the 18 seat Jetstream J32, which we are also in the process of adding to our own Air Operator’s Certificate.”

Councillor Raymond Bremner, Leader of The Highland Council, Chair of the Wick John O’ Groats Airport Consultative Committee and local member for Wick and East Caithness, said:

“Having a reliable air link from the far north to central Scotland is key to growing our local economy, improving connectivity and supporting the sustainability of our communities. I would like to thank council officers, Air Charter Scotland, Transport Scotland, the Department for Transport, and the Civil Aviation Authority for their tireless efforts to ensure services recommence on 14 January 2026.”

Wick-Aberdeen PSO Flight Schedule as of 14/01/2026:

Monday – Thursday

WIC → ABZ Depart 08:00 Arrive 08:55
ABZ → WIC Depart 09:30 Arrive 10:25

Friday

WIC → ABZ Depart 18:00 Arrive 18:55
ABZ → WIC Depart 19:30 Arrive 20:25

Sunday

WIC → ABZ Depart 15:00 Arrive 15:55
ABZ → WIC Depart 16:30 Arrive 17:25

Prices from £75.99 one-way. Book your Wick-Aberdeen PSO flight now.

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Air Charter Scotland awarded Aberdeen-Wick-Aberdeen PSO route

24 December 2025

Air Charter Scotland, a leading on-demand air charter operator, is expanding into scheduled air service operations in the new year.

The Glasgow-headquartered company, today, 23rd December 2025, signed a contract with The Highland Council to commence the PSO (Public Service Obligation) route from Wick to Aberdeen, effective January 12, 2026. The route has been paused since Eastern Airways collapsed in October.

Air Charter Scotland will initially add a BAe Jetstream 32, sourced from and operated by the Dutch airline AIS Airlines, on a wet-lease (aircraft and crew) basis, before adding the type to its own AOC in the next few months.

Bookings go live from January 6, with one-way fares starting from £74.99. Flights will operate 6 days a week, excluding Saturday, from Wick, where the aircraft will be based and from Aberdeen.

Derek Thomson commented. “We are delighted to have been awarded the Wick-Aberdeen-Wick PSO air service and are proud to support the Caithness community by keeping this vital air link flying, providing a critical lifeline air service the region can be truly proud of.”

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Hit the Slopes for Ski Season with Air Charter Scotland

23 October 2025

This Ski season, charter a more luxurious journey to the Alps.

At Air Charter Scotland, we’re offering fixed one-way pricing from London to some of Europe’s top ski destinations in France, Switzerland and Austria, so you can spend less time travelling and more time on the slopes. Whether you’re heading to the powder in Verbier, the elegance of St. Moritz, or the après-ski scene in St. Anton, we will get you there comfortably and quickly.

Our Cessna Citation Excel (9H-IRL) is ideal for small groups, ample ski storage, flying you direct to France, Switzerland from £10,950, or Austria from £12,950.

If you’re looking for a little more space, the Cessna Citation Latitude (G-SHUI) offers a quieter, roomier cabin, priced at £13,950 to Switzerland and France or £16,950 to Austria.

Bring your ski gear, set your own schedule, and relax from the moment you step onboard your charter.

We’ll take care of everything from inflight dining to on-the-ground transfers so your journey is seamless from start to slope.

Get in touch with our charter team to plan your winter escape.

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The Cessna Citation CJ4: Your Private Jet for Business Travel

7 October 2025

This month at Air Charter Scotland, we are delighted to announce the addition of one of the most popular light jets to our ever-growing fleet, the Cessna Citation CJ4.

This high performance aircraft is ideal for regional and medium-haul journeys across the continent, whether that be for quick work trips to meet face-to-face with important clients or last-minute cultural getaways in Europe and beyond.

The Citation CJ4 carries up to seven passengers in its bright and spacious cabin so you can fly in complete comfort, perfect for larger groups whether for business or leisure. Its flexibility and reliability has made the CJ4 a go-to light jet across the globe.

Air Charter Scotland provides bespoke aircraft management and charter services to clients worldwide. Our Cessna Citation CJ4, based in Trondheim, Norway, joins our extensive fleet of managed aircraft. With its fast cruising speed and extensive range it provides Air Charter Scotland with a gateway into Northern and Eastern Europe.

The Cessna Citation CJ4 is now available to charter: be amongst the first to fly this exceptional aircraft, contact Air Charter Scotland.

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Paving the Way for Future Aviation Talent With Safeer

30 September 2025

As part of our commitment to developing future aviation talent and supporting the industry leaders of tomorrow, Air Charter Scotland recently welcomed Safeer scholarship students Laura and Caterina to our Malta Office for a three month internship, providing them with in-depth, hands-on work experience at a leading European private charter company.

Safeer is a provider of flight operations and dispatch training, consultancy, and strategic support for the airlines and aviation industry. Safeer’s mission – to inspire, guide and equip future aviation professionals with the knowledge, confidence and mindset to thrive in the heart of airline operations – aligns with Air Charter Scotland’s own goals to foster and train the industry’s next generation.

At our Malta office, Air Charter Scotland’s management team partnered with Safeer to offer Laura and Caterina their first professional placements within the aviation industry. This three month placement gave our future aviation talent the opportunity to gain in-depth, valuable insights into the inner workings of a private charter company.

From the Operations Control Centre in Malta, Ground Operations Manager Mathew Huddart and Deputy Flight Ops Director for Air Charter Scotland and Co-Founder of Safeer Irene d’Ovidio guided Laura and Caterina through our dynamic aviation environment, preparing them with the skills required to succeed in the aviation industry.

At our Scottish HQ, Chief Operating Officer Derek Thomson and Chief Financial Officer Jasmine Purewal liaised with our Maltese base, providing essential administrative assistance and ongoing professional support for the students throughout their placement.

Laura said:

“My three months at Air Charter Scotland in Malta gave me invaluable industry insight and the chance to learn from a supportive, professional team.”

Caterina said:

“This internship was a fantastic experience that helped me grow both personally and professionally, while feeling part of a dynamic company culture.”

Air Charter Scotland COO Derek Thomson said:

“Air Charter Scotland recognises the importance of developing the next generation of industry professionals, which is why we continually seek opportunities to support future aviation talent. It is a privilege to have the capacity to do this not just here at our headquarters in Scotland, but also from our European base ideally placed in Malta to service the continent. Everyone at Air Charter Scotland is proud to have been able to be the first stepping stone for Laura and Caterina in their careers. We’d also like to thank the team at Safeer for their collaboration in this scheme.”

Looking for a career in aviation? Get in touch with Air Charter Scotland and see how we can support you.

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