Low Fares to Africa
I'm trying to put a name, and a few details, to the operation that used to run (late 50s/early 60s?) between the UK and the East African colonies. A number of independent airlines used to operate typically Viscounts with lower fares, more stops and generally less attractive amenities than BOAC and its Britannias and Comets.
Was it a genuinely commercial operation? In other words, were they allowed to undercut the flag carrier on condition that they offered lower standards of service? Or was it Government-subsidised?