Sabena and Swissair to take on Air France passengers for dropped Nairobi-Paris route - Brief Article

Airline Industry Information, Jan 24, 2000

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After announcing that from 25 March it will no longer fly from Paris to Nairobi, Air France has stated that Sabena and Swissair have agreed to fly passengers on their return journey at no extra cost.

Air France has also announced a 30% discount for business class booking on the route during the remaining operation period, as well as a 15kg baggage allowance.

Air France will retain a small presence in Nairobi, mainly servicing the carrier`s cargo operations, which will remain at the current thrice-weekly frequency.

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