Skyways – April 2025

Skyways – April 2025
English | 132 Pages | PDF | 46.1 MB
Skyways, the in-flight entertainment magazine exclusive to Airlink, is published with the business traveller in mind. Today, Airlink flies to more local destinations than any other airline, operating over 3,000 flights per month and servicing more than 25 destinations in Southern Africa. Skyways is placed in the seat pocket of every passenger seat, and enjoys exclusivity on all flights. No newspapers or any other reading materials are distributed, unlike on other airlines. During flights, the pilot makes the passengers aware of Skyways as an in-flight publication. Our passenger profile represents 70% business and 30% leisure. Airlink carries more than 80,000 passengers every month, utilising a fleet of Jetstream 41 aircraft, ERJ 135 jet aircraft and BAe RJ85 aircraft.

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TECHNICAL MANIFEST ID: 881BD61C05
English
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46.1 MB
2026
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