SAS Traffic Capacity Down By 76% In July

(TAN): SAS capacity was down by 76% and total number of passengers were 75% lower compared to the same period last year.

“We continue to note a slow recovery of demand, in line with our expectations. As demand slowly returns, we are pleased to gradually ramp up our operations while ensuring a safe travel experience for our customers and employees,” said Rickard Gustafson, CEO SAS.

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Compared to June, the number of passengers increased by nearly 300 thousand but showed a decrease of 2.5 million compared to the same period last year. Domestic routes are showing the strongest recovery, whereas demand for Intercontinental and European travel remains weak.

The number of passengers remains low due to limited demand in the light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.SAS continues to resume flights to its destinations as demand returns and travel restrictions ease.

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