Airlink, Southern Africa\u2019s independent and privately owned regional airline, unveiled a distinctive special-liveried new addition to its fleet today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The newly acquired Embraer E195 jetliner, which now sports a classy jet-black paint scheme, debuted on a test flight at O.R. Tambo International Airport this morning and will soon operate on Airlink\u2019s main domestic and regional trunk services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Some say flying has lost its allure, but as Southern Africa\u2019s premier airline, Airlink is putting glamour and style back in the skies. In addition to our top-class service provided by our friendly crew in their stylish new uniforms, we have dressed one of our svelte Embraer E-Jets in an elegant and chic little black number,\u201d said Airlink CEO and Managing Director Rodger Foster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The aircraft promotes Airlink\u2019s recently launched Skybucks customer loyalty programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cSkybucks is a key component in establishing and consolidating Airlink as an independent, efficient and dependable airline, travel partner and brand. Black is the pinnacle Skybucks tier and a cachet reserved exclusively for the select group of our most loyal high-flyers. On the other hand, our graceful black E-jet will surprise and catch eyes wherever she flies!\u201d explained Mr Foster. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
About Airlink <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Airlink was established in 1992 and is Southern Africa\u2019s premier privately-owned regional airline. Airlink serves these cities and other destinations<\/a> throughout Southern Africa, Madagascar, and St Helena Island. It offers worldwide connections through its more than 20 interline and four codeshare partners<\/a> with many trusted and well-known inter-continental brands and its FlyNamibia franchise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Airlink has consistently been South Africa\u2019s most on-time airline over the last two years*, with its fleet of more than 60 modern jetliners achieving a 94.21% average on-time performance this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Airlink is an International Air Transport Association (IATA) member and accredited under its safety audit programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Editor:msserwanga@gmail.com<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Airlink, Southern Africa\u2019s independent and privately owned regional airline, unveiled a distinctive special-liveried new addition to its fleet today. 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