THE return of South African Airlines (SAA) to the skies will benefit consumers as it will bring more competitive pricing to the sector.
This is according to SAA board chairperson John Lamola who was speaking ahead of the airline’s first flight since it was grounded at least 16 months ago.
“Since SAA went into and then out of business rescue, there has been less local capacity and that means tickets have become more expensive. Our return to the skies will mean more competitive pricing and will enable more South Africans to fly.
“Economics aside, there is also the pride factor. Seeing SAA’s tail colours on international tarmacs is not only positive for South Africa but the rest of the continent,” Lamola said.
The airline’s local flights will take off on Thursday with at least three trips per day between Johannesburg to Cape Town each way.
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