Mango (airline) facts for kids
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| Founded | 2006 |
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| Hubs | OR Tambo International Airport |
| Focus cities | Cape Town International Airport |
| Frequent-flyer program | Voyager |
| Fleet size | 14 |
| Destinations | 8 |
| Parent company | South African Airways |
| Headquarters | Kempton Park, Gauteng |
| Key people | Nic Vlok, Acting CEO |
Mango Airlines SOC Ltd, usually known as Mango, was a South African airline. It was a special kind of airline called a low-cost airline. Mango started in 2006. It was part of South African Airways, which is a bigger airline.
Mango offered flights inside South Africa. Its main base was OR Tambo International Airport. This airport is near Johannesburg, a big city in South Africa. Mango stopped flying in 2021.
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What is a Low-Cost Airline?
A low-cost airline tries to make flying more affordable. They do this by offering cheaper tickets. To keep prices low, they often have fewer fancy services. For example, you might pay extra for snacks or checked bags. This helps more people be able to fly. Mango was known for its bright orange color.
History of Mango
Mango Airlines began flying in 2006. It was created by South African Airways to offer cheaper flights. This helped more people travel by air within South Africa. Mango quickly became a popular choice for many travelers. It was a way to fly without spending too much money.
Over the years, Mango grew its network. It flew to many major cities in South Africa. The airline used Boeing 737-800 airplanes. These planes are known for being reliable.
Where Did Mango Fly?
Mango flew to eight different places in South Africa. These were all important cities or holiday spots. Its main hub was OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. Another important airport for Mango was Cape Town International Airport. This allowed people to travel easily between big cities.
Some of the places Mango flew to included:
- Johannesburg
- Cape Town
- Durban
- Port Elizabeth
- George
- Bloemfontein
Why Did Mango Stop Flying?
Mango Airlines faced some difficult times. Like many airlines, it was affected by changes in travel. In 2021, Mango had to stop its flights. This was a sad moment for many people who enjoyed flying with them. Even though it stopped flying, Mango is remembered as an airline that made travel more open to everyone in South Africa.
Images for kids
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A Mango Boeing 737-800 airplane.
See also
In Spanish: Mango (aerolínea) para niños
