Qantas Chief Executive Officer Alan Joyce said that Qantas Airlines’ international services and
Qantas Freight were bearing the brunt of the decline in economic conditions, with a lesser impact
on Qantas domestic services, while Jetstar, the Qantas Frequent Flyer business and QantasLink
were continuing to perform well.
“Market conditions have deteriorated, especially in our international business. We are experiencing
significantly lower demand, particularly in premium classes.
Well, well. The airline that was handed over 'in great shape.' Isn't so great anymore.
The results of the systematic reduction in quality and service during the dixon era is starting to come home to roost. Not having a dig here at jetstar, I'm glad they are holding up, but the drop in premium customers base cannot all be attributed to the current financial meltdown.
The flogged out aeroplanes, under catered flights, delays caused by pig headed arrogance and determination to crush peoples belief in a fair days pay in a good airline, giving customers no choice and sheer contempt that upper level management has shown for loyal customers and staff is bearing fruit for all qantas shareholders to see.
Good luck AJ. I hope you can turn it around. Not looking good.