The rescue practitioners says there's no hope of SA Express making it after government denied post-commencement funding.

South African Express is not only facing possible liquidation, but it’s also unable to pay workers for March and most of April.

Since the airline was placed into business rescue in February, the rescue practitioners have failed to secure funding from government.

With COVID-19 and lockdown travel restrictions, the airline is suffering even more.

The only lifeline it's had is the UIF COVID-19 relief fund, which it has approached to help pay workers.

Over 600 workers have been pleading with the government to pay them and save the airline.

In court documents, the business rescue practitioners say there is no prospect left for the airline. If the court allows liquidation, the airline will shut down completely.

eNCA has also spoken to a potential buyer of SA Express. Fly Modern Ark has submitted a plan to buy the airline and is waiting for the practitioners to say whether this is an option or not.

eNCA approached the Public Enterprises Department about the liquidation application but has had no response.

The business rescue practitioners have also not responded to questions or phone calls. 

eNCA