Sri Lanka Aviation

**banuthev** · 06-04-2012, 09:56 AM

Originally posted by uthum

http://www.thefinancialexpress-bd.co...ate=2012-04-06

Mihin Lanka hopes to fly daily to Dhaka in the near future increasing facilities to the travelers.

"We have received encouraging response from Bangladesh market which led us to increase our flights to four in October 30 of 2011 and added the fifth frequency very recently-on March 30 this year," Kapila Chandrasena, Chief Executive Officer of the airline told a press meet at a city hotel on Thursday.

He said Mihin Lanka started its Bangladesh operations on December 11, 2010 with three flights paving the way for direct air services after a long interval. Bangladesh is an important destination for Sri Lanka in terms of business potential and also tourism growth.

New Mihin Lanka - Dhaka Flight Schedule

07:00 > 10:45 ~ 11:45 > 14:40 - MJ501/2 - CMB-DAC-CMB - Day of Ops : Sa (effec 1 May - 31 Jul)
07:30 > 11:15 ~ 12:15 > 15:10 - MJ501/2 - CMB-DAC-CMB - Day of Ops : Mo Tu Fr Su
08:00 > 11:45 ~ 12:45 > 15:40 - MJ501/2 - CMB-DAC-CMB - Day of Ops : Th

**skyline** · 06-04-2012, 01:40 PM

Originally posted by Speedbird

I am not sure what is definition of political interference; and again he also mention that to reduce loses as well...lol...I hope UL CEO's 5 year business plan includes and considered these type of risks as well; but again there is good scapegoat; blame it on the Jet A1

Unless I misread the news, FCO,MXP & ZRH are not going to be axed ... http://www.lankabusinessonline.com/f...?nid=234829764

**banuthev** · 06-04-2012, 03:17 PM

Originally posted by Skyline

Unless I misread the news, FCO,MXP & ZRH are not going to be axed ... http://www.lankabusinessonline.com/f...?nid=234829764

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.

**Serendib** · 06-04-2012, 03:28 PM

Originally posted by Banuthev

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

**Speedbird** · 06-04-2012, 11:48 PM

Originally posted by Skyline

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

**Speedbird** · 06-04-2012, 11:58 PM

Originally posted by Cayman

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

Page not found – The Island

http://www.island.lk/index.php?page_cat=article-details&page=article-details&code_title=49174

Daily English Language Newspaper in Sri Lanka

**Max** · 07-04-2012, 03:56 AM

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.

http://www.dailynews.lk/2012/04/07/news12.asp

**Serendib** · 07-04-2012, 10:55 AM

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. ....

Home - Nation Post

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

**banuthev** · 07-04-2012, 11:08 AM

Originally posted by Serendib

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.

**SSCMK** · 07-04-2012, 06:34 PM

^^ 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?

**lordvader** · 08-04-2012, 01:00 AM

Originally posted by SSCMK

^^ 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!

**amaris** · 08-04-2012, 02:33 AM

Originally posted by Srilankan1

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)

**Max** · 08-04-2012, 04:40 AM

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

**banuthev** · 08-04-2012, 08:01 AM

Originally posted by amaris

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 ?

**Shunn31** · 08-04-2012, 09:17 AM

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

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