Originally Posted by
LimitingFactor
I think they are probably the only realistic candidate.
Emerald Airlines UK/Aer Lingus Regional might be a reasonable bet. Crewing and aircraft availability are going to be the challenge for both EI and LM as although they operate at NQY, its not a base.
Another outside possibility for the interim contract would be EasyJet but like BA can see them wanting to operate their aircraft elsewhere come the summer.