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Tigerair folds under coronavirus pandemic pressure – ABC News
Parent company Virgin Australia shuts down the low-cost carrier, which had been in trouble before the pandemic hit and gutted domestic and international tourism markets.
Australian budget airline Tigerair has been shut down, with parent company Virgin Australia deciding to close the brand after 13 years.
In a statement emailed to customers on Thursday night, Tigerair said the decision was difficult.
“There is no denying these are tough times for everyone in the travel and tourism industry,” the statement said.
Customers who had bought tickets for Tigerair flights will be able to use travel credit for flights operated by Virgin Australia.
In early August, Vir…
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