It seems the CASA is just not happy with Tiger Airways Australia at the moment, and is seeking permission for Tiger to be grounded until 1st August 2011.
The purpose is for the CASA to complete it’s investigations.
The CASA states:
“If CASA completes its investigations and determinations before 1 August 2011 and is satisfied Tiger Airways Australia no longer poses a serious and imminent risk to air safety it may be possible for it to resume operations earlier,” said CASA.
“The suspension of Tiger Airways Australia’s operations remains in place at until either the Federal Court refuses CASA’s application or CASA withdraws it.”
Tiger Airlines says it will not oppose a grounding extension.
Alas, there is fallout already hitting with the CEO of Tiger Australia Crawford Rix – standing down at the end of the month.
At the moment, fares will be refunded to 31st July with Tiger Australia.
The advice for people who are travelling down under is clear – until Tiger Australia gets a clean certificate to fly – avoid, and rebook with other carriers. Tiger Airways Singapore remains in service.
