Woman distraught as 100 flights cancelled
The Central Coast resident was visibly upset as she waited at the airport for her last-minute trip to Melbourne. “This isn’t a holiday. I need to get home.”
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Carry-on luggage fees could be banned
Planning your Europe trip might soon be easier, as an official vote is held to ban airlines from charging one annoying fee.
‘Rip off’: Passengers unleash on Qantas
Loyal Qantas customers have made submissions to an inquiry slamming the airline’s frequent flyer program as “a big scam”.
Major airline announces huge sale for Aussies
Aussies can fly to Paris and back from just $1,249 as part of a major international airline’s big sale Down Under.
Air Force jet’s X-rated shape over WA
An Air Force plane seemed to have a little too much fun when taking to the skies of Western Australia on Thursday.
Why you should fly on Friday after 3pm
If you are not booking your flights at this time, you could be missing out on a big saving.
Virgin quietly makes a big change
Virgin Australia has, for the third time, made a huge change to those who have Covid flight credits that is due to expire in a few months.
‘Up to your eyeballs’: Karl slams Albo, Qantas
Karl Stefanovic has unleashed on the Albanese Government and Qantas in a fiery interview with the Treasurer about the decision to deny Aussies cheaper flights.
‘Her choice’: Hemsworth’s hilarious plane post
Chris Hemsworth has shared a hilarious post that revealed a lot about his young daughter’s movie-watching habits.
Surprise day to book cheap flights revealed
Airfares are still on the pointy end, but according to travel experts, there’s a particular day of the week where you can snag cheaper flights.
Qantas passengers fume after 6hr delay
Qantas passengers are fuming over an incident where they were left sitting on a grounded plane for a gruelling six hours, with only a bag of nuts to eat.
Qatar Airways strips Qantas staff of perk
Qantas staff have been taking advantage of a Qatar Airways perk for years, but in less than a week, it will come to an end.
‘Coming down’: Europe airfares to drop
Aussies will be pleased to know cheaper flights to Europe could be happening a lot sooner than expected, according to Flight Centre.
Airline sells Aussies $0 tickets for 24 hours
An international airline is slashing the price of its tickets from Australia to $0 for 24 hours – but there is a catch.
New Qantas CEO’s big move to clean mess
New Qantas boss Vanessa Hudson revealed to staff her plan to fix the airline’s reputation – with Alan Joyce leaving some big messes in his wake.
‘Filthy’: Barr, Karl rinse Albo, Qantas
Rival morning TV hosts Karl Stefanovic and Nat Barr took the government to task over the ongoing Qantas saga on Wednesday, declaring Aussies are ‘filthy’.
Question Albo refuses to answer on Joyce
A string of bombshell allegations paved the way for the Qantas boss’s departure, but there is one question the Prime Minister has swatted away.
Qantas CEO Alan Joyce walks away
Alan Joyce has retired as Qantas CEO two months early, making the unexpected announcement on Tuesday morning.
‘Embarrassing’ Kmart flight hack
Travellers say they swear by this “awkward looking” pillow and Australians can get their hands on it at Kmart.
Big luggage mistake everyone makes
A flight attendant has revealed a common bag tag mistake people make when travelling — and why it could be dangerous.
Airline’s wild only-adults move on plane
Would you pay more for the guarantee you wouldn’t be disturbed by children on your flight? An airline is offering passengers the opportunity to do just that.
Reason you can’t get off a delayed plane
There is one big reason airlines don’t just remove passengers from a flight during delays and let them reboard later.
Rush to find owners of $870m travel credits
There is at least $470 million of unredeemed Qantas and Jetstar flight credits, but they are not the only Aussie airlines with a mountain of credits.
Virgin boss slams Qantas for flight prices
Virgin boss Jayne Hrdlicka has urged the government to allow more Qatar Airways flights to land in Australia, saying it would lower airfares.
Qantas admission that left senator stunned
Qantas boss Alan Joyce has had to defend his personal pay and bonuses for a Senate inquiry into the cost of living.
Pilot’s footage of insane turbulence goes viral
Sydney pilot and reality TV star Jimmy Nicholson shared a now viral TikTok on-board a flight with such crazy turbulence he was seen calming his wife.
‘Annoying’: Child’s outfit on plane infuriates
Footage of a child’s “annoying” outfit on a packed flight has sparked a heated debate with the clip clocking almost 10 million views.
‘I will not’: Question Joyce refused to answer
There was one topic Qantas boss Alan Joyce made clear he would not discuss as he faced intense questioning by senators on Monday.
Aussie airline fixes huge travel problem
Virgin Australia has revealed how its new Australian-first technology will alleviate one of the biggest stresses of travelling.
New plane to fly Melbourne to LA in 8.5hrs
There is a new aircraft being designed to be able to fly from Melbourne to LA in just 8.5 hours – and it could be here sooner than you think.
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