More flights possible on SA – Netherlands route

AN INCREASE in the number of flights between The Netherlands and South Africa is a strong possibility following an agreement reached between Dutch and SA delegates this month. It allows airlines in both countries to operate up to a maximum of 16 weekly services in total, as well as an additional seven weekly services between The Netherlands and Durban, effective immediately. According to TravelHub, FTW’s online sister travel publication, with effect from the beginning of Iata summer season 2009, airlines in each country may operate up to 23 services in total per week, with this increasing to 28 weekly services in total by 2010. An additional 14 weekly frequencies between The Netherlands and Durban have also been provided for by 2010. Quoted on TravehHub, Air France KLM GM Southern Africa and Angola said the airline was currently studying possibilities for expansion of services in the not too distant future.