MHK says any government-backed operation must run independently
A government-backed airline must not be run by politicians.
That's the view of former pilot and recently-elected Douglas South MHK Paul Quine.
Garff MHK Martyn Perkins and former Manx Airlines boss Terry Liddiard are among those calling for the Isle of Man to have more control over its air links.
Mr Quine says it would only work if it was operated independently:
Sailings rescheduled due to tidal conditions
Crossings today, over the weekend and on Monday affected
Fourth round of bus strikes gets underway
Drivers stage walkout as DOI says 'constructive discussions' held
Haulage contractor calls for road improvements after truck accident
Driver injured after his vehicles falls foul of a verge on Tosaby Road
'Magical moment' as Manx language to light up the sky over Douglas
Drone display in the Island's capital this evening
Food wholesaler to close after 55 years
KC Foods has been in business on the Island since 1971