The first air service between Edinburgh and the Isle of Man since 2013 has taken to the skies, operated by Scotland’s airline, Loganair.

It reinstates an air link with the island from Scotland’s capital, with Loganair scheduling up to four flights each week throughout the summer.

Friday and Monday services will continue into the winter season, with fares starting from £54.99.

Loganair will operate under its franchise agreement with Flybe - with bookings taken via www.flybe.com - until August 31 this year.

Then from September 1, Loganair will be flying solo and the new Isle of Man route is currently bookable via its new reservations system at www.loganair.co.uk and call centre on 0344 800 2855.

Loganair’s frequency has been tailored to appeal to leisure travellers or visiting friends and relatives. It will also provide additional options for business travellers or passengers commuting between the two points.

Jonathan Hinkles, Loganair’s managing director, said: ’It’s fantastic to resume services between Edinburgh and the Isle of Man, a route which should appeal to both business and leisure passengers.

’The enhanced timetable includes weekday services, expanding the number of options available for travellers when selecting the duration of trips.’

Passengers will also have access to Loganair’s many onward connections from Edinburgh across its route network in the Highlands and Islands including Kirkwall, Sumburgh and Stornoway.