Engine dramas put brakes on Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand’s half year results have been dealt a hefty blow from engine issues, keeping as many as 11 jets out of service at a time.
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Corporate Travel earnings slashed
Corporate Travel’s strong results in Australia and the US have overshadowed an overall drop in half year profit.
Virgin wins ACCC nod for Qatar ties
The Brisbane-based airline’s plan to operate new flights with partner Qatar Airways has cleared a major hurdle, with a couple more to go.
Virgin overtakes Qantas as biggest domestic carrier
Rex’s demise has helped Virgin Australia overtake Qantas as the biggest carrier of domestic travellers, the ACCC says.
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Union warning after survey highlights rate of aviation injuries
The TWU is warning the aviation industry is in ‘crisis’ due to high rates of injury among the ‘poorly paid, overworked and inexperienced post-Covid workforce’.
Why flights to LA to become a lot cheaper
A giant American airline will become the third player on a key Australia to US route later this year.
TV shows behind the ‘set-jetting’ phenomenon and where to head
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Island getaway’s $28m staff shame
Operators of a popular island hideaway have been ordered to pay staff an eye-watering amount after they were underpaid for years.
Qantas changing uniforms for 11th time in 105-year history
The bruised national carrier is undergoing a major uniform design overhaul, and is seeking the views of uniformed crew to assist.
Major overhaul to Bali bombing site for Aussies
The site of the 2002 Bali bombing site, which claimed 88 Australian lives, is set to become a place to promote “tolerance”.
Federal election a potential hurdle for Virgin-Qatar flights
Pressure is mounting on Treasurer Jim Chalmers to rule on Qatar Airways’ investment in Virgin Australia before the federal election.
How and when to work airline bookings to your advantage
So you want to travel and get the best price? It turns out that not only the month you plan to fly but also the day of the week makes a big difference to the price, data shows.
‘People before profits’: Virgin warned over bathroom farce
A “failed experiment” forcing Virgin crew to stop economy passengers using business class bathrooms has raised alarm.
Terrifying moment fire erupts on plane before takeoff
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