Use of longer grass runway raised in Alderney air links talks

Guernsey Press
Lucy Rouget
26 Mar 2026

Restoration of the grass runways at Alderney airport does not form part of the current rehabilitation project, but finding a workable solution for their use could be on the cards.

In a meeting with the Policy & Finance Committee on Monday, Aurigny and Skybus representatives highlighted that access to the longer grass runway would improve operational reliability, particularly in crosswind conditions.

It was something raised by Skybus managing director Jonathan Hinkles in an interview on Riduna Radio the following day, although Aurigny has noted that the grass runways have not been certified for some years. It is understood from Guernsey Ports that substantial works would be required to bring the runways in to a usable state.

However, all parties have agreed that identifying a workable solution would be beneficial for Alderney, the operators and flight crews...

Use of longer grass runway raised in Alderney air links talks - Guernsey Press - 26 Mar 2026