Loganair says it will create a “national airline for Scotland,” now that its longstanding franchise agreement with Flybe ended.

The carrier said in a statement it would operate flights on its own right starting Sept. 1, 2017. “After 24 years of operating under franchise agreements with other airlines, the Glasgow-based company will once again market its services and fly under its own name — introducing a new, definitively Scottish identity to the skies.”

Loganair operated under franchise agreements since 1993, first with British Airways and then with Flybe, starting in 2007.

Loganair’s current deal with Flybe ends Aug. 31, 2017, but Loganair said, “The two parties are continuing to discuss potential opportunities to work together in the future.” Loganair’s codeshare agreement with British Airways will continue.

“Today’s announcement is a major milestone in the 54-year history of Loganair. Although Loganair has flown as a franchise carrier for larger airlines over the last 24 years, there is still a huge level of recognition and affinity for the Loganair name throughout Scotland and beyond,” said Peter Simpson, chief executive, Airline Investments Ltd., Loganair’s parent company. “We believe the time is right for Scotland’s Airline to now spread its wings once again, and are delighted to be introducing a bold new corporate identity to accompany this important move.”