Originally Posted by
markontop
Rabbitwear why is it better than an Asian carrier?
Because there is already an Australia/New Zealand open skies agreement, making it very easy for the government to facilitate Air NZs entry to the Aussie domestic market.
Air New Zealand will have spare airframes for a long time to come. In 6-12 months would they be better served earning revenue in the Aussie market or sitting on the ramp gathering dust. If there is a gap in the market with the collapse of virgin I’m sure there could be a viable business case.
Airwork operate ZK registered 737 freighters domestically in Aus and also have bases here Im lead to believe.