Airline improves mobility access on planes

Aurigny planes will be fitted with new aisle seats to improve accessibility for passengers with reduced mobility

New seats are being fitted in planes as part of measures to improve accessibility for passengers with reduced mobility.

Guernsey States-owned Aurigny said it had invested in the aisle chairs to "provide greater comfort and ease" when boarding and disembarking its planes.

In addition all arm-rests will now be adjustable and disability aids have been fitted in the toilets.

Additional ramps are due to arrive in November and December to "offer better protection from the elements", with two based in Guernsey, one at Gatwick Airport and one at Southampton Airport.

Dave Cox, head of ground operations, said changes would improve the travel experience for customers who needed it.

He said: "We assist around 500 reduced mobility customers each month, and we’re working hard to enhance their travel experience with us.

"We remain dedicated to offering as much support as possible with specialised equipment provided to all customers who request it."

Aurigny said it had invested about £300,000 in the changes.