Overview
- The UK Civil Aviation Authority confirmed the suspension of operations and told customers not to travel to airports.
- Train operators LNER, ScotRail, TransPennine Express and Northern are offering free standard travel to affected passengers and staff on 28–29 October.
- The airline has stopped selling tickets and returned aircraft to lessors, a step industry observers say increases the likelihood of liquidation.
- RSM said a majority of Eastern’s roughly 330 employees have been made redundant, with administrators expected to be appointed.
- The Department for Transport and local authorities are assessing replacement options for public service and regional links, including routes involving Aberdeen, Wick, Teesside, Humberside, Gatwick and Newquay.