00:01Budget airline EasyJet has reopened its base at Newcastle International Airport more than five
00:07years after closing it during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company says a three-aircraft
00:13operation will support 140 direct jobs for pilots and cabin crew and more than double destinations.
00:20Chief Executive Kenton Jarvis said crews are delighted to be returning,
00:24adding the closure reflected tough industry decisions at the time.
00:29Airport officials described the move as a major investment.
00:32EasyJet, though, warns fares could rise if fuel prices stay high,
00:36citing volatility linked to conflict involving Iran,
00:39although overall holiday demand remains resilient for now overall.
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