Easyjet, Saturday am flight 14th February 2026
Authority [[department-of-infrastructure
Date received 2026-02-17
Outcome Some information sent but part exempt
Outcome date 2026-03-16
Topic [[transport-roads

Summary

The requester sought information regarding the operational status and staffing of Isle of Man Airport on the morning of February 15, 2026, specifically concerning a delayed Easyjet flight. The authority disclosed a partial Fire Service watch room log from February 14, 2026, detailing staffing changes and wildlife vehicle movements, but withheld other requested documents citing partial exemptions.

Key Facts

  • The request was submitted on February 17, 2026, and the response was issued on March 16, 2026.
  • The disclosed document is an AFS Watch room Log covering the date February 14, 2026.
  • The log indicates the Air Traffic Control (ATC) advised the airfield would close at 19:00 for 35 minutes.
  • Staffing records show multiple watchroom attendant changes and wildlife vehicle driver swaps throughout the day.
  • The response outcome was classified as 'Some information sent but part exempt'.

Data Disclosed

  • 14/02/2026
  • 15/02/2026
  • 17/02/2026
  • 16/03/2026
  • 19:00
  • 35 minutes
  • CAT 6
  • 13 pages
  • 4 documents
  • EZY515

Original Request

Dear FOI Team,

I am submitting this request under the Freedom of Information Act 2015.

I would like to request information regarding the operational status of Isle of Man Airport on the morning of 15th February 2026.

Specifically, please provide:

  1. The reason the airport was not open to accept the scheduled morning arrival of Easyjet EZY515

  2. Any operational logs, internal reports, or communications that explain the decision not to open the airport at the scheduled time, particularly relating to the time the website was updated to advise the Island population.

  3. Details of staffing levels (e.g., air traffic control, fire and rescue, security) for that morning, and whether staffing availability contributed to the closure.

  4. Any policies or procedures that outline how decisions are made regarding airport opening times outside standard operating hours.

  5. Any correspondence between the airport and the airline relating to the delayed or diverted flight.

If any part of this request is unclear or would benefit from refinement, please let me know so I can amend it.

I look forward to your response within the statutory timeframe.

Kind regards,