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Blackpool closure a blow to Island passengers

20,000 people who travel to and from Blackpool Airport each year may have to find an alternative.

Yesterday, Citywing announced it's stopping all flights to Blackpool for at least a month after the news the airport is being closed. 
 
The director of ports says it will hit people who prefer to use smaller airports in the North West, however, she's still hopeful a solution can be found:
 
 
The airport's owners have yet to find a buyer, but say they'll continue to work with the independent aviation businesses operating there to find a way forward. 
 
 Ann Reynolds told us it will have a big impact on Manx travellers: 
 

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