Hurricanes cost Hawaiian Airlines USD 5 million in lost revenue
Hawaiian Airlines said Hurricanes Iselle and Julio which hit the Hawaiian islands in August have cost the carrier $5 million in lost revenue.
Although just 30 flights were canceled and the airline reported no damage on the ground of equipment or airplanes, it took the $5 million hit due to passengers canceling flights.
CEO Mark Dunkerly said last weekend’s Hurricane Ana may also have a similar effect, even though the island chain escaped relatively unscathed.
During an earnings call Dunkerly said Hawaiian Airlines reported a profit of $35.6 million in the third quarter, down from $40.6 million in 2013.
Hawaiian Airlines also announced a new boarding procedure for all aircraft.
For mainland and overseas flights, instead of boarding by rows, passengers will now board in zones.
After boarding first and business class passengers, frequent flyers and priority seats first, boarding will continue with passengers in the rear, followed by the mid-section and then finally seats at the front of the aircraft.
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