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Old 21st May 2014, 11:45
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totomechanic
 
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So I've been hearing rumours of AFW bringing in a new type of aircraft, possibly Erj190 or A319, to add to its current fleet of 3 Embraer 145's. Can anyone explain the thinking behind this? Unless they intend to fly to Kenya, South Africa or some destination unserviceable with the 145, it seems to me their focus should firstly be on utilizing the current fleet better, unlocking new routes, becoming profitable etc

Also, FLY540 just suspended its operations in Ghana leaving a void of 5 daily flights to Kumasi, surely an opportunity for AFW to increase frequency.

someone educate me please!

Finally, interesting to see Hainan Airlines (AFW parent company) buying out this Kenyan Carrier. Could this be a second base in the making for AFW?
http://www.ch-aviation.com/portal/ne...stral-aviation

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