Monthly Archives: May 2007

Tiger leases two more

Posted on May 24, 2007 by Prahok

AFP reports that Tiger Airways announced Thursday it will lease two new Airbus A320 planes from the commercial aviation services arm of General Electric. Under the agreement, GE Commercial Aviation Services will buy the two aircraft from Tiger upon delivery … Continue reading →

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JAL and Jetstar team up on Sydney Osaka route

Posted on May 24, 2007 by Prahok

Kyodo News reports that Jetstar and JAL have teamed up on a Sydney to Osaka route (via Brisbane). JAL had pulled out of the route in march 2007, but JAL pax will now be able to fly on the Jetstar … Continue reading →

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Back to basics with Tiger

Posted on May 22, 2007 by Prahok

The Herald Sun reports that when Tiger commences flights from the no-frills terminal in Melbourne, passengers should expect a bare bones experience. No aerobridges and no reserved seating for starters. An airport spokesman went on to say the budget terminal … Continue reading →

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AirAsia plans to undercut Jetstar

Posted on May 18, 2007 by Prahok

The Age reports that AirAsia plans to commence flights between Malaysia and Australia one day before Jetstar’s inaugrual flight. Fares are expected to start at A$285 — a fraction of the A$900+ Jetstar has been promoting. CEO Fernandes went on … Continue reading →

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AirAsia has eye on downunder

Posted on May 17, 2007 by Prahok

AAP reports that Air Asia is eyeing Adelaide and Melbourne as new destinations as Air Asia X will announce its entry point into Australia in July. “My two favourite routes are Adelaide and (Avalon) Melbourne,” CEO Tony Fernandes said. “Maybe … Continue reading →

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Nok Air begins flights to Bangalore

Posted on May 15, 2007 by Prahok

AFP reports that starting on 1 June, Nok Air will begin operating daily flights from Bangalore to Bangkok, using a 150-seat Boeing 737. Round-trip fares are expected to come in at around the US$245 mark. The Balgalore route will be … Continue reading →

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