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Old Jan 23, 2019, 8:52 am
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Originally Posted by millionmiler
Etihad is not going to collapse in that timeframe or any time in the near to medium term. Even if it became near collapse in the future and only after multiple retrenchments then history predicts that either the airline or its assets and its customers would be sold.

I think its safe to say that Etihad will continue to reduce routes and service. Geography would suggest who the buyer will at some point in the future be.
Agree. Etihad is in hot and heavy negotiations to increase its stake in India's Jet Airways (9W) from 24 to 49 %. Stock price offered may be the deal breaker.
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