The truth about flying in South Africa right now: Airlink CEO
While the loss of Comair has created a gap in domestic travel in South Africa, an argument can be made that there was already too much capacity on the market, says Airlink chief executive Rodger Fo...
Comair customers could wait years for refunds – and might not get anything back: legal expert
Comair enters into provisional liquidation having significant effects on the time at which ticket holders will be refunded.
SAA chief executive on why it’s different this time
South African Airways chief executive officer John Lamola says that the newly reformed airline will shake off government meddling, and promises profitability.
Comair closure will lead to more traffic on South Africa’s roads: CEO
The closure of local airline group Comair will have several knock-on effects on the country’s tourism industry, including more cars on the road, says Tourism Business Council South Africa chief exe...
As Kulula operator is set for liquidation, state-owned carrier Mango gets lifeline
South African aviation company Comair is on the brink of collapse after its business rescue practitioners filed a court application for liquidation this week. Administrators were unable to raise th...
Discovery Bank to refund Vitality clients affected by Comair shutdown
Discovery Bank said it will immediately refund Vitality clients affected by the shutdown of the local airline, Comair.
Comair goes under – with no prospect of rescue
South African airline Comair has failed to secure the necessary funding to pull it out of financial straits, and its business rescue practitioners (BRPs) say there is no longer any reasonable prosp...
These flight routes are under strain in South Africa right now after Comair grounding
The grounding of Kulula and British Airways flights has left a 40% gap in domestic seat capacity leaving other airlines to try and adjust.
Flight prices and travel to take a hit in South Africa after Comair grounding
Tourism minister Lindiwe Sisulu has warned that the grounding of Comair flights will have a direct impact on travel and tourism in the country.
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