So it finally made the press. Interesting to note that it was not the company that made the press release this time. They have been trying to keep it quiet as long as possible to minimise damage.
Management are obviously concerned. They have offered cabin crew leave without pay for the month of July. Priority will be given to those who take the whole month off. That is going to be costly. Most cabin crew who opt for the scheme will be unable to make firm holiday plans. If the pilots turn up to work the company will cancel the cabin crews' leave at short notice.
Hong Kongs' flagship carrier is about to get an image change. One can't help thinking this is not the best timing considering Beijings' bid for the 2008 Olympics.