Interim CEO Thomas Kgokolo says, “After months of diligent work, we are delighted that SAA is resuming service and we look forward to welcoming on board our loyal passengers and flying the South African flag. We continue to be a safe carrier and adhering to COVID-19 protocols."
SAA will as an initial phase operate flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town, Accra, Kinshasa, Harare, Lusaka and Maputo. More destinations will be added to the route network as it ramps up operations in response to market conditions.
Kgokolo added, “there is a profound feeling of enthusiasm within Team SAA as we prepare for takeoff, with one common purpose – to rebuild and sustain a profitable airline that once again takes a leadership role among local, continental, and international airlines.” Notes Kgokolo, “The aviation sector is currently going through a testing period, and we are aware of the tough challenges that lie ahead in the coming weeks. We thank South Africa for the support we have received in getting us to where we are today. As we are now poised for takeoff, we see this as a major milestone for SAA and the country."
SAA 이사회 의장인 John Lamola에 따르면 국영 항공사가 2021년 XNUMX월 말에 사업 구조를 중단한 이후 공기업부와 이사회 및 관리팀은 남아공인들이 다시 한 번 자랑스러워할 수 있는 구조 조정되고 목적에 맞는 항공사입니다. Lamola는 "항공사는 엄청난 비즈니스 사례로 다시 시작하고 있습니다."라고 말합니다.
