Aviation

While a large number of international airlines decided this week to temporarily withdraw the BSP ticketing authority for all travel agents in Greece, due to the financial situation in the country, others opted to give a vote of confidence to the country and stood by their Greek partners.

Gold Star Aviation, a general sales agent (GSA) that represents a number of airlines in Greece, has applauded its international partners who are standing by Greek travel agents during this difficult time for the country.

Greeks are expected to have access to airline tickets costing up to 10 euros for domestic travel this month, according to an announcement made by Athens International Airport on Thursday.

Athens International Airport has called on to a number of airlines to participate in an initiative and offer a total of 15,000 one-way, low cost tickets (priced 0-10 euros) to Greek passengers for travel to Greek destinations in July.

A number of international airlines have announced that they are temporarily withdrawing the BSP ticketing authority for all travel agents in Greece due to the political instability and financial situation in the country.

In order to facilitate Greek passengers, Aegean Airlines and Olympic Air are suspending the 20-euro service fee on all tickets purchased with cash from the ticket counters at Greek airports until July 19.

Aegean Airlines on Thursday announced extra flights to and from Brussels and London Stansted to facilitate Greeks wishing to vote in the referendum on Sunday, July 5.

Greek carrier Aegean Airlines has announced ticketing flexibility on already issued tickets due to the July 5 referendum.

The European Commission has updated the EU Air Safety List, the list of airlines that are subject to an operating ban or operational restrictions within the European Union.

SWISS has announced new fare options for European air travel. The new concept features three Economy Class options alongside the Business Class fare.