EasyJet CEO Seeing Short-Term Softening in Overall Demand

The transcript discusses the impact of uncertainty on the airline industry, particularly due to the coronavirus. It highlights short-term effects on bookings and the potential for long-term impacts. The package holiday business is analyzed, noting a softening in demand but no significant long-term effects yet. The discussion also covers airline stability, the influence of oil prices, and the need for government support. Infrastructure investment, such as the expansion of Heathrow, is considered in the context of industry policy.

How does the speaker view the future of airlines with weak business models?

What are the implications of the current oil prices on the airline industry?

What potential government actions are suggested to support the airline industry?