Category Archives: Tiger Airways

Tiger Airways to set up airline in South Korea

Posted on November 5, 2007 by Prahok

Bloomberg reports that Tiger Airways will set up an airline in South Korea in partnership with the Incheon city govt to take advantage of growing passenger traffic in Asia. Tiger will own 49% of the carrier and the Incheon city … Continue reading →

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Tiger announces first domestic route

Posted on July 1, 2007 by Prahok

The Sydney Morning Herald reports that Tiger Airways have announced it will begin Melbourne to Darwin flights in December for as little as A$80 one way. Jetstar instantly struck back, delivering on its promise to remain the lowest priced domestic … Continue reading →

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Cheap travel in Australia prepares for take off

Posted on July 1, 2007 by Prahok

The Sunday Mail reports that an exciting new era in aviation takes off in Australia in August, when the first of Asia’s new discount air carriers, Viva Macau, lands in Sydney on August 15, offering a host of ultra-cheap international … Continue reading →

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Tiger orders more jets

Posted on June 22, 2007 by Prahok

The Age reports that Tiger has ordered up to 50 extra Airbus A320s for its upcoming launch into the Australian domestic market. Tiger signed a MoU for 30 Airbus A320s with a further 20 options. The deal will boost its … Continue reading →

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Tiger gets OK to fly to six Indian cities

Posted on June 5, 2007 by Prahok

AP reports that Tiger Airways has been granted rights to fly between Singapore and six Indian cities. The carrier has obtained an air permit from the Indian govt to fly to Chennai, Cochin, Goa, Trivandrum, Kolkata and Kozhikode, becoming the … Continue reading →

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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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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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Tiger to show its colours shortly

Posted on April 17, 2007 by Prahok

The Age reports that Tiger could reveal its new Australian hub by the end of the month. The smart money is on Melbourne or Brisbane, though the race between the two is considered too close to call.

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Tiger looks to Adelaide?

Posted on February 15, 2007 by Prahok

The Adelaide Advertiser reports that Tiger Airways will be meeting with Adelaide airport authorities to discuss flights to Adelaide and perhaps even Tiger setting up a base there. Certainly an unusual choice as a hub given the volume of traffic … Continue reading →

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Tiger applies to start airline in Australia

Posted on February 9, 2007 by Prahok

Bloomberg reports that Tiger Airways has applied to start a low-fare airline in Australia to compete with Virgin Blue and Qantas. An application for an Australian Air Operator’s Certificate is being made after the plans were outlined to Australian government … Continue reading →

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