The recent report of the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) on some Maghreb companies presents the critical financial situation of the airlines in the region. Royal Air Maroc, with more than 1.6 billion in losses equivalent to the revenue shortfall per seat, is at risk of bankruptcy by the end of June if the state does not provide the necessary financial support.
The impact of the health crisis on the activities of Royal Air Maroc is huge. In the absence of significant financial support from the government, the national airline could halve its fleet of 59 aircraft, or even more.
The national airline, Royal Air Maroc (RAM) , is preparing to reopen its domestic routes in mid-June.
Three planes from the Moroccan airline Royal Air Maroc are expected today in Malaga, in southern Spain, as part of the repatriation of Moroccans stranded in the south of the country.
African airlines have lost more than $8 billion due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Royal Air Maroc, also affected by this crisis, is dragging a heavy debt estimated at several tens of millions of dollars.
Since June 1, Royal Air Maroc passengers whose flights have been canceled due to the coronavirus crisis can now be refunded or change the date or destination of their trips.
Several jobs will be cut at Royal Air Maroc, hit hard by the covid-19 crisis. Speaking to the members of the House of Representatives, the Minister of Tourism confirmed this information on Monday.
While the resumption of Royal Air Maroc (RAM) flights is imminent, some routes should be discontinued after the borders reopen.
A few days after resuming its activities, American Airlines has reserved a surprise for its passengers and those of the national airline. It has integrated Royal Air Maroc into its "AAdvantage" loyalty program.
There will be no resumption of air activity on June 10, the date announced for the lifting of the state of health emergency in Morocco, if the government does not authorize the opening of borders.
The CEO of Royal Air Maroc (RAM) , Abderrahim Addou, announced on Tuesday, June 2, the extension of the validity of Safar Flyer cards until December 31, 2021.
The resumption of Royal Air Maroc (RAM) activities is taking shape. The Moroccan airline is resuming its domestic flights as of June 11 and its international flights at the beginning of July.