Flybe is a British regional airline that has operated under various forms since its origins as Jersey European Airways, founded in 1979. Rebranded as Flybe in 2002, it grew to become one of Europe's largest regional airlines, specialising in domestic UK and short-haul European routes that are underserved by larger carriers. The airline entered administration in March 2020, becoming an early high-profile casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic. It was subsequently relaunched in April 2022 under new ownership, resuming operations from Birmingham Airport as its primary base with a focus on UK regional connectivity. Flybe entered administration for a second time in January 2023, again ceasing all operations. Its history reflects the significant challenges facing regional aviation, including high operating costs, thin margins, and sensitivity to external shocks.