Charter airlines: Have they a future?

Authors: Buck S.; Lei Z.

Source: Tourism and Hospitality Research, Volume 5, Number 1, March 2004 , pp. 72-78(7)

Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan

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Abstract:

The purpose of this paper is to examine the modern charter airlines and highlight some recent significant changes. A discussion of vertical integration between tour operators and charter carriers sets the foundation for the study focus. Key features of charter airlines are examined in comparison with full-service and no-frills scheduled airlines. In response to the competitive challenge posed by the latter, charter airlines have adopted a variety of strategies further to enhance seat-only sales. The implications arising are also discussed.

Keywords: charter airlines; no-frills scheduled airlines; full-service scheduled airlines; seat-only; inclusive tours

Document Type: Regular paper

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