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Question is, can the 1time bid fly?

The firm bidding to take over the failed airline has brought to light several unexplained connections.

s a revamped operation, Eswatini Air said it was taking a cautious approach to ensure a smooth entry in the market by introducing its service in four phases.

Zuma’s son and co take to budget airline skies

Low-cost African airline Fastjet could start operating in South Africa in partnership with an investment company linked to one of Jacob Zuma’s sons.

Rules from 2014 had stipulated that minors had to carry an unabridged birth certificate and have parental consent to travel. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)

Aviation’s glamour undimmed

Aviation industry analysts are torn over whether there is money to be made for those who dare to tread on the runway.

1Time’s liquidation has grounded partner Fresh Air

Fresh Air goes sour with 1time demise

The liquidation of 1time has come as a shock to the executives of Fresh Air, which has had to ground budget flights linking Joburg and the Vic Falls.

The number of business rescue applications is rising steeply

Cash refunds for 1Time customers delayed

Consumers who paid cash for their 1Time air tickets may have to wait a little longer for a refund, says the liquidated airline.

Ryanair has bucked a global meltdown in the industry, posting a $715-million profit at the end of March. (Stephen Hird, Reuters)

Alarm as profits nose-dive

Airlines are being forced to think beyond the traditional because of the large fixed costs, writes Lisa Steyn.

1time not responsible for dead parrots

It was not the airline’s fault that over 700 African Grey parrots from the Democratic Republic of Congo had died on a flight to Durban, 1time said.

1Time plane aborts take-off after engine failure

The pilot of a 1Time aircraft had to abort take-off after an engine failure at the OR Tambo airport on Sunday, the airline said.

1time refers unfair competition complaint to tribunal

Airline 1time has referred its unfair competition complaint against rival Kulula’s exclusive use of Lanseria Airport to the Competition Tribunal.

Commission probes alleged collusion among airlines

The Competition Commission is probing major airlines for allegedly colluding on prices and pricing strategies ahead of the Soccer World Cup.

Taxed to the sky

Durban’s La Mercy Airport is at the heart of a disputed 133% increase in airport taxes, reports Lloyd Gedye.

New airline to spark price war, says report

New low-cost airline Airtime is expected to spark a price war with rival airlines — if it takes off later this month as planned.

JSE weak in quiet trade, miners weigh

South African stocks were weaker at noon on Wednesday with miners under pressure on retreating metal prices, but the session was quiet as most traders are still away on a long…

Rosy future for SA online retail

South African online retail is turning into a healthy and attractive business as more consumers access broadband and become more comfortable with online shopping, internet…