Tim Jordan said that while it was still a “possibility” it could begin flying late in the second quarter, its progress would depend on how quickly it can pass regulatory requirements with CASA.

In this special bonus episode of the Australian Aviation Podcast, host Hannah Dowling sits down with Bonza CEO Tim Jordan to talk through the airline’s initial network, and learn more about the processes behind those tough decisions.

Speaking on the Australian Aviation podcast, Jordan said airport fees are the “single largest cost” for airlines, and airports that want to benefit from Bonza’s low-cost leisure customers will need to offer competitive prices.

Bonza has announced 25 routes and 16 destinations in Australia as the new airline reveals its start-up plans. The new airline will be based at Sunshine Coast Airport and Melbourne. The initial 16 destinations are: Albury, Avalon, Bundaberg, Cairns, Coffs Harbour, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Mildura, Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Rockhampton, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba Wellcamp, Townsville and […]