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35915
Tue, 12/16/2008 - 15:26
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FIREFLY REMOVES FUEL SURCHAGE FOR ALL FLIGHTS
PETALING JAYA (Malaysia), Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's community airline, Firefly, has completely removed fuel surcharge for all its destinations, both domestic and international, from Tuesday.
Managing director Eddy Leong said the removal of fuel surcharge was in line
with the recent drop in the global oil prices.
"On top of this, our new aircraft, the ATR72-500, has proved its efficiency
in fuel usage," he said at a media briefing on the"un-fare" and "un-fuel
surcharge" programmes at the Malaysia Airlines complex in Subang today.
The airline had previously charged RM27 (US$1=RM3.55) in fuel surcharge for
domestic flights while the charge for international routes varied depending on
the location.
For its "un-fare" programme, Firefly from Wednesday will offer deals
that
allow people to buy a ticket from as low as RM35 for one-way trip.
"All inclusive, no extra charges but the public is advised to make bookings
at least 21 days ahead," Leong said.
During the off peak season, the airline will be offering its lowest fares
with discount of up to 80 percent or even zero fare, he said.
It will also offer attractive and value-for-money packages during the high
peak season such as festive seasons, and school and year-end holidays, he added.
Leong said the programmes were to reward loyal customers and was also a
good catalyst to attract people to travel.
"This initiative acknowledges the current economic situation and the need
to provide more affordable and transparent air fares for business and leisure
travellers," he said.
The average load factor for the airline is currently at around 70
percent.
Firely has five aircraft at present and will be getting another five by
April next year and onwards.
It plans to introduce more new destinations with additional flights in the
Growth Triangle like Padang, Jambi, Pelambang and Batam.
On the Singapore route, Leong said the airline was still hoping to operate
the route and waiting for the government's response.
The airline operates under FlyFirely Sdn Bhd, which is a wholly-owned
subsidiary of Malaysia Airlines.
Managing director Eddy Leong said the removal of fuel surcharge was in line
with the recent drop in the global oil prices.
"On top of this, our new aircraft, the ATR72-500, has proved its efficiency
in fuel usage," he said at a media briefing on the"un-fare" and "un-fuel
surcharge" programmes at the Malaysia Airlines complex in Subang today.
The airline had previously charged RM27 (US$1=RM3.55) in fuel surcharge for
domestic flights while the charge for international routes varied depending on
the location.
For its "un-fare" programme, Firefly from Wednesday will offer deals
that
allow people to buy a ticket from as low as RM35 for one-way trip.
"All inclusive, no extra charges but the public is advised to make bookings
at least 21 days ahead," Leong said.
During the off peak season, the airline will be offering its lowest fares
with discount of up to 80 percent or even zero fare, he said.
It will also offer attractive and value-for-money packages during the high
peak season such as festive seasons, and school and year-end holidays, he added.
Leong said the programmes were to reward loyal customers and was also a
good catalyst to attract people to travel.
"This initiative acknowledges the current economic situation and the need
to provide more affordable and transparent air fares for business and leisure
travellers," he said.
The average load factor for the airline is currently at around 70
percent.
Firely has five aircraft at present and will be getting another five by
April next year and onwards.
It plans to introduce more new destinations with additional flights in the
Growth Triangle like Padang, Jambi, Pelambang and Batam.
On the Singapore route, Leong said the airline was still hoping to operate
the route and waiting for the government's response.
The airline operates under FlyFirely Sdn Bhd, which is a wholly-owned
subsidiary of Malaysia Airlines.
