Cabin crew members for ‘ultra-Aussie’ airline Bonza say a 3am memo was shared by the airline’s CEO just hours before mass flight cancellations swept the country on Tuesday.
Bonza cabin crew members say the writing was on the wall well before the airline went into voluntary administration, revealing some of their insane work conditionsannounced on Tuesday the airline has entered voluntary administration.
Prior to Tuesday’s public downfall, there has been mounting speculation surrounding the airline’s financial position and possible repossession of leased aircraft. Speaking to news.com.au, a Queensland-based cabin crew member — who asked to remain anonymous — shared an internal staff message received from Mr Jordan at 3am on Tuesday regarding the airline’s circumstances.Viewed by news.com.au, the memo advised that “all aircraft have had repossession proceedings commenced by AIP the aircraft lessor”.“We are currently assessing all options and will provide an update just as soon as we have more information available to share.The cabin crew member told news.
“I was lucky as I got three tops and two pairs of pants, but most get a top, no jacket and often buy their own pants.”a man from the Sunshine Coast, whose wife works for the airline, claimed 20 cabin crew were called into a meeting early on Tuesday and told the airline had “finished”. Bonza chief executive Tim Jordan said discussions were underway regarding the “viability of the business”.“I have spoken to Qantas and Virgin CEOs this morning and both airlines stand ready to assist stranded passengers needing to get home,” she said.
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