In a significant move, bmi regional is adding up an extra return flight between Manchester and Edinburgh starting from 28th October. With this, the number of flights operated by the UK's most punctual airline goes up to eight in either direction per day raising the total number of flights to 88 on this route every week. By way of improving the schedule for travellers, the airline is also rescheduling one of its existing flights operated on weekdays. According to the latest CAA figures, bmi regional still retains its position as the UK's most punctual airline.

Commercial director of bmi regional, Peter Kenworthy observed, "We are delighted to be introducing this additional service between Manchester and Edinburgh, well-timed for the business traveller in particular. We are also confident that the other timetable improvements between Manchester and Edinburgh will be popular with travellers, which together with our full service offering gives us a unique advantage over our competitor on the route. bmi regional will offer the most flights each weekday between the two cities. We are also delighted to retain our number one position as the most punctual airline in the UK and it is extremely rewarding to see such impressive results being achieved and maintained."

The top attractions of bmi regional are modern Embraer jet aircraft, business and economy fares, convenient range of check-in options, complimentary in-flight refreshments and the diamond club, heralded as the UK's most attractive frequent flyer program.