The usual passengers in the airport have been cut down to less than 50% due to the issue of corona virus. It is understandable that people are afraid to travel for the airport is one place where the patients are discovered. A plane ride can expose you to potential contamination when one passenger has the virus. The cruise ship is also a suspect now that cruises are also down to zero business.
What happens if the virus persists until the end of the year? One economist said that airline companies will close shop one by one since there are no passengers and the overhead is so high. It is not only the plane that consumes a big budget but also the rental for the hangar, the ground crew, the training and so many other expenses. And what would happen when only a few airlines remain in business? That is a big question that we cannot answer now.
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Do you plan to travel soon?
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Yes
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No
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No plans to travel soon because of the coronavirus.
I know you would not find me in an airport now. That is tough for the airline companies indeed.