Airlines rethink Japan coverage
6 April 2011Airlines with operations throughout the Far East are reviewing their flights as a result of the March 11 earthquake and tsunami in northern Japan, a situation that has been compounded by the ongoing problems at the Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear plant.
Airlines have been seriously impacted by declining numbers of passengers traveling to Japan – both on business and for leisure – while the triple-layered disaster has caused staffing and supply concerns for air operators.
The result is likely to be widespread disruption for travelers in the region, although airlines have stated that they hope any inconvenience will be short-lived.
source: Independent.co.uk
