Bonza has launched a search to find local ambassadors in its 17 destinations ahead of the opening of its seat sale. The airline is planning to crown one passionate local in each destination as the ‘Bonza Local Legend’ (See map below for destinations). Bonza expects to start operations in September. The campaign aims to provide a platform for the airline to work with locals and tourism destination marketing organisations to support inbound tourism to their 17 destinations and 27 routes - 85 per cent of which are not currently served by any airline and 96 per cent of which are not currently served by a low-cost airline. Locals are encouraged to upload a 30 second or less video to Facebook or Instagram to show fellow Aussies why they should visit on holiday. SEE the podcast: Flight Safety Detectives dissect the Netflix doco “Downfall”. READ: Boeing will bounce back says world’s largest leasing company READ: Ukraine’s President wants to build another AN-225 The airline says that "Legend" status means free VIP flights on the first-ever Melbourne flight (with three other mates or family members). In addition, Bonza intends to work with the appointed legend to help put their hometown firmly on the map through a range of other engagements, help identify deserving members of the community to also be on the inaugural flight, join important taste testing of the all Aussie menu and road test the airline’s first uniform. Bonza's Chief Commercial Officer Carly Povey said: “We’re an airline for the many and not the few. That’s why we’re calling on locals to share their travel tips and in turn, help fellow Aussies explore their own backyard. If you’re a legend, larrikin, or personality about town - come forward. We’re looking for big hearts, welcoming arms and people who aren’t shy to give it a go and promote their slice of Allstralia.” “We are about creating new markets for Australia’s domestic tourism industry with a particular focus on regional locations. We’re an airline for teachers, tradies, kids and carers and we want to reflect that in the way we spotlight the many incredible destinations on our route map,” Ms Povey said. Locals legends are encouraged to throw their hat in the ring by sharing a 30 second or less video on Facebook or Instagram tagging @FlyBonza with #BonzaLocalLegends.