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Planes. South African Airways suspends all operations

Funds for restructuring are still lacking

A paradoxical situation to say the least: South African Airways, flag company of African Nation, has been in economic difficulties for some time and the proposals for the rescue have not had any follow-up for the moment (read also the article published by AVIONEWS). In last few hours, as reported by the local media, it was therefore decided to suspend all operations, at least until there is a buffer...

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Cape Town, South Africa, 10/02/2020 12:14
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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