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  • #1396
    Originally posted by Banuthev View Post
    As per current GDS Display , SriLankan is not cancelling Milan and Rome however frequency of the Italian flights are going to be reduced from three to two per week , effective 9 September. Bad news, Zurich is going to be cancelled from 31 Aug.
    This flight schedule is valid from 9-Sep-2012

    Flight No Origin Destination Departure Arrival Aircraft Type Frequency

    UL 571 CMB MXP 0600 1240 332-CY Fri
    UL 571 CMB MXP 0600 1240 343-CY Sun

    UL 571 CMB FCO 0600 1530 332-CY Fri
    UL 571 CMB FCO 0600 1530 343-CY Sun

    UL 571 MXP CMB 1410 0610 332-CY Fri
    UL 571 MXP CMB 1410 0610 343-CY Sun

    UL 571 FCO CMB 1700 0610 332-CY Fri
    UL 571 FCO CMB 1700 0610 343-CY Sun

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    • #1397
      Originally posted by Skyline View Post
      Unless I misread the news, FCO,MXP & ZRH are not going to be axed ... http://www.lankabusinessonline.com/f...?nid=234829764
      It was initially to be axed then the Country's Executive intervened on behalf of routes to Italy; then the business decision taken by UL was partially reversed

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      • #1398
        Originally posted by Cayman View Post
        As per the above article it covers the entire fleet of UL.

        So, to put things in perspective:

        1. UL has not been paying the leases on their aircrafts as above.
        2. UL does not pay for fuel as CPC foots the bills (on credit basis, but they never get paid).

        So, where does all the revenues made by UL go?
        Sponsorship of Commonwealth Games
        Office of nearly 20 UL staff in UK
        Airport Fees for the loss making routes
        Operating cost for the loss making routes (which also include jet fuel)
        Government Credit Lines

        and finally the Pilots writing off couple of million dollars off the books
        http://www.island.lk/index.php?page_cat=article-details&page=article-details&code_title=49174
        Last edited by Speedbird; 06-04-2012, 11:20 PM.

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        • #1399
          Sri Lankan clarifies revamping of European routes

          SriLankan Airlines referring to recent reports in the media, clarified that certain capacity adjustments to its European route network, are being discussed in line with the off peak period in Europe, a release from Corporate Communications, SriLankan Airlines stated.

          With May and June in Europe being the traditional off peak, the airline will review its frequencies based on the actual demand in the countries to which SriLankan presently operates.

          The airline will continue to serve its traditional European gateways which serve a large clientele that fly direct and beyond to several destinations in Europe and the Americas.

          You are being redirected...
          http://www.dailynews.lk/2012/04/07/news12.asp

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          • #1400
            With uncertainty prevailing over the proposed flight service from Madurai to Colombo by April 14, the dream of the flyers in the southern part of Tamil Nadu to fly tointernational destinations from the city is likely to get delayed further.

            In February, officials of Sri Lankan Airlines and Mihin Lanka Airlines, who had come to Madurai had assured the travel community that efforts are on to commence flight services from Madurai to Colombo by April 14, on the occasion of Tamil New Year’s day. ....

            http://www.nation.lk/edition/todays-news/item/4718-efforts-to-commence-madurai-colombo-flights-by-new-year.html

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            • #1401
              Originally posted by Serendib View Post
              With uncertainty prevailing over the proposed flight service from Madurai to Colombo by April 14, the dream of the flyers in the southern part of Tamil Nadu to fly tointernational destinations from the city is likely to get delayed further.

              In February, officials of Sri Lankan Airlines and Mihin Lanka Airlines, who had come to Madurai had assured the travel community that efforts are on to commence flight services from Madurai to Colombo by April 14, on the occasion of Tamil New Year’s day. .... http://www.nation.lk/edition/todays-...-new-year.html
              SriLankan Airlines takes delivery of an new A320 - 4R-ABP on April 13. Thanks to our Forummer Skyline for emailing me this information.

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              • #1402
                ^^ Generally don't they spill the beans (i.e the destinations to which they are going to expand their network) before getting delivery of the new air crafts?

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                • #1403
                  Originally posted by SSCMK View Post
                  ^^ Generally don't they spill the beans (i.e the destinations to which they are going to expand their network) before getting delivery of the new air crafts?
                  Its probably a replacement aircraft for an older A320 (correct me if Im wrong). Also dont expect any new destinations (i.e. Madurai) since UL is in financial difficulty. Although they could surprise us!

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                  • #1404
                    Originally posted by Srilankan1 View Post
                    http://www.divaina.com/2012/04/06/news21.html

                    President Rajapakshe asks UL not to interrupt Italian Flights.

                    Another racket from this man to gain some popularity.

                    Well it has worked....he gets what he wants

                    SriLankan cancels decision to cancel flights to 3 destinations
                    http://sundaytimes.lk/120408/News/nws_35.html


                    SriLankan cancels decision to cancel flights to 3 destinations

                    SriLankan Airlines yesterday reversed its earlier decision to cancel flights to certain European destinations and announced that services to Rome, Milan and Moscow will remain uninterrupted.
                    An official announcement from its Corporate Communications Division yesterday said flight frequencies to these three destinations will remain the same.

                    Earlier in the week, the airline officially announced what it called "capacity adjustments" to its European route network blaming it on the rise in fuel prices, operational costs and 'economic indicators' in the EU region.

                    No reasons were given for the change of this decision however in yesterday's announcement.
                    (Our Business section carries the SriLankan Airlines statement issued on April 4 announcing the cancellations)

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                    • #1405
                      Sri Lankan Airlines trains staff for Mattala airport

                      SriLankan Airlines plans are underway to recruit and train new staff for the upcoming Mattala International Airport at a cost of approximately Rs.20.4 million. The national carrier is currently carrying out a recruitment drive to train 102 persons for vacancies in cargo, airport, handling, ramp, airport support, flight operations and security services at the Hambantota-based airport scheduled to open in November this year, the airline’s Head of HR Pradeepa Kekulawa told the Business Times during an interview.

                      SriLankan Airlines trains staff for Mattala airport
                      http://www.sundaytimes.lk/120408/BusinessTimes/bt25.html

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                      • #1406
                        Originally posted by amaris View Post
                        Well it has worked....he gets what he wants

                        http://sundaytimes.lk/120408/News/nws_35.html
                        I was wondering why MR is keen to keep MXP and FCO ?

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                        • #1407
                          4R-ABP pictures : http://www.airsrilanka.org/forum/sho...ull=1#post2665

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                          • #1408
                            Originally posted by Banuthev View Post
                            I was wondering why MR is keen to keep MXP and FCO ?
                            Last week cardinal Malcolm Ranjith met with MR and during the meeting requested MR to 'save' the direct flights between the holy land and CMB. MR immediately got on the phone to UL CEO and requested not to cancel the flights.

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                            • #1409
                              Originally posted by amaris View Post
                              Well it has worked....he gets what he wants

                              SriLankan cancels decision to cancel flights to 3 destinations
                              http://sundaytimes.lk/120408/News/nws_35.html


                              SriLankan cancels decision to cancel flights to 3 destinations

                              SriLankan Airlines yesterday reversed its earlier decision to cancel flights to certain European destinations and announced that services to Rome, Milan and Moscow will remain uninterrupted.
                              An official announcement from its Corporate Communications Division yesterday said flight frequencies to these three destinations will remain the same.

                              Earlier in the week, the airline officially announced what it called "capacity adjustments" to its European route network blaming it on the rise in fuel prices, operational costs and 'economic indicators' in the EU region.

                              No reasons were given for the change of this decision however in yesterday's announcement.
                              (Our Business section carries the SriLankan Airlines statement issued on April 4 announcing the cancellations)
                              As I said This is a plan from MR to gain some popularity.Otherwise no need to cut down these Routes.

                              So He becomes the hero again..lol

                              Dont forget his brother in low is the Chairman of Srilankan Airlines.

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                              • #1410
                                Originally posted by Srilankan1 View Post
                                As I said This is a plan from MR to gain some popularity.Otherwise no need to cut down these Routes.

                                So He becomes the hero again..lol

                                Dont forget his brother in low is the Chairman of Srilankan Airlines.
                                I do not think there is any conspiracy here. It was a commercial decision (a good one at that) made by UL in order for them to get rid of/ground their oldest 3 A343s. However, they were forced to abandon that plan due to political pressure.

                                This is what happens when clergy tries to run an airline.

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