Qantas Suspends International Flights From Late March

The transcript discusses the impact of the virus on the airline industry, focusing on Qantas halting international flights and putting most of its workforce on leave. The CEO of Qantas, Alan Joyce, highlights the evaporated demand and similar actions by airlines worldwide, including Delta in the US, which is grounding a significant portion of its fleet. The global travel bans have paralyzed the aviation industry, with airlines in Europe and the US taking similar measures to cope with the reduced demand.

What actions has Qantas taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic?

How has the global travel industry been affected by the pandemic according to the text?

What is the expected duration of international grounding for Qantas?

What did the CEO of Qantas, Alan Joyce, say about demand for flights?

What measures are other airlines taking in response to the pandemic?