Qantas makes huge change to boarding
The way you board on a major Australian airline is being shaken up, with the overhaul tipped to cut queue time and get you in your seat and in the air faster.
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Emirates’ premium economy is best in world
The Dubai-based airline ranked fifth as the best airline in the world – but it came first in one category – and it’s easy to see why.
‘Very close’: World’s best airline for 2024
The wait is over – the winner of the world’s best airline for 2024 has been revealed, with two Aussie carriers scraping into the top ten.
Horror Singapore flight didn’t ‘suddenly’ drop
A Sydney pilot has revealed the area with the worst turbulence in the world in a clip that has gone viral with two million likes.
Cost of flights now that Taylor has gone
Taylor Swift has come and gone – but the mega star has proved just how much of an impact she’s had on Aussie flight prices.
Bali about to get more expensive
Travellers heading to the island paradise next month will be in for a big shock as the tourist hotspot brings in its new tax.
Virgin suspends flights to this major hotspot
Virgin Australia has suspend its direct service from this Aussie city to Bali after a delay in the delivery of 10 new Boeing planes.
Airline launches sale with flights from $195
Some of the most popular travel destinations for the year are suddenly a lot cheaper as a major airline announces their first flight sale of the year.
‘Devastated’: Shock email ruins couples’ trip
Two couples have been fighting to get money back from a Melbourne-based travel company after they were suddenly issued a $21,000 bill a month before their trip.
Passenger’s bizarre plane act goes viral
An airline is “looking into” a bizarre situation that took place on a recent flight that left passengers baffled – and it’s not the first time.
Qantas announces ‘biggest ever’ change
After months of heat from frequent flyer members, Qantas has announced a major change for millions of flyers.
Swift plane stalker reveals wild details
Taylor Swift’s private jet tracker doubled down on releasing flight data, and recently released a YouTube video of all of the star’s flights from 2023.
Airline drops $315 overseas flight sale
Virgin Australia has announced a mammoth sale that the airline claims is one of the best it has ever released — but the fares won’t last long.
Emirates cabin crew reveals secret chamber
An Emirates flight attendant has revealed a swanky secret chamber where crew members relax during long-haul flights, including a surprising detail.
Jetstar passenger takes over PA system
A man has surprised his partner and passengers on board by taking over the PA system on their flight to Bali.
Qantas’ history-making points move revealed
Aussie travellers could score free flights with Qantas as the airline launches an incredible rewards program promotion.
Brutal new blow for hundreds of staff
Employees at an Aussie company have copped another huge blow just weeks after they were stood down.
Good news for Aussies heading overseas
Airfares to some of the most popular tourist destinations have seen a big drop over the past year with Aussies now savings hundreds of dollars.
‘Not recovered’: Qantas ditches major route
Just nine months after bringing back a once mammoth route for the airline, Qantas have announced a suspension for travellers.
Qantas scraps major China route
Despite trade tensions almost fully thawed with China, Qantas has been forced to make a major change to its international flights.
Airlines slash seats below $109
Qantas and Virgin Australia have slashed the price of airfares, with thousands of seats dropping well below $200.
Major airline enters voluntary liquidation
Customers have been left stranded after a major airline entered voluntary liquidation, cancelling all flights.
Airline placed into voluntary liquidation
A major national airline has been placed into voluntary liquidation after it cancelled all flights to Australia and New Zealand on Thursday.
‘Do not turn up’: Airline cancels all flights
Chaos has hit passengers with a major national airline considering going into administration, with flights cancelled.
Qantas’ big menu change in economy
If you’re a fan of this snack, you’re going to have to part ways with it as Qantas has upgraded its domestic in-flight menu.
Airline’s insane business class is the ‘best’
A major airline has just been awarded as having the “best” business class cabin – and it’s easy to see why.
Emirates boss reveals big change to planes
Emirates has announced more of its planes are getting a makeover – adding something Aussies love.
Staff ‘screaming, crying’ in horror meeting
Employees at an Aussie company were “screaming and crying” as they were told they would not be paid the wages owed to them in a horror meeting.
Emirates unveils lush new designer item
The Dubai-based airline has continued its partnership with a high-end fashion brand to deliver lush new amenity kits to its pointy end passengers.
Despicable message scrawled on Qantas mag
A disturbing message has been spotted scrawled on the front cover of a Qantas in-flight magazine. Here’s how flight attendants reacted to the racist act.
Jetstar drops epic sale for $29 to hotspot
Jetstar’s huge return for free sale is about to end but the budget airline has just dropped another massive sale with prices starting from $29.
Hostie exposes passenger’s ‘heinous’ act
A flight attendant has shared the “most heinous, evil, diabolical” things passengers do on planes.
Aussie CEO’s tragic six words to staff
A sudden late-night meeting with hundreds of staff members has ended with six tragic words from the airline’s devastated CEO.
Airlines all do same thing after rival’s big fall
Not long after Bonza announced it had gone into voluntary administration, three of the country’s biggest carriers all did the same thing.
Major airline collapses, flights cancelled
As passengers scramble to find alternative flights, major news has emerged about the airline’s future.
CEO’s leaked 3am memo to all staff
Bonza cabin crew members say the writing was on the wall well before the airline went into voluntary administration, revealing some of their insane work conditions
Jetstar launches huge return for free sale
The budget airline has just announced a massive sale across its entire domestic and international network with prices starting from $86.
Aussie‘s hilarious Jetstar clip goes viral
Jetstar has revealed its new TV ad and an Aussie TikTok star who features in it has shared a hilarious behind-the-scenes clip that’s now gone viral.
Airline asks passengers to BYO cutlery
A major five-star airline has asked business class passengers whether they would be happy to bring their own cutlery aboard its aircraft.
Major airline to end services at four airports
Aussies will have to consider alternative airlines when flying between US states after one of the country’s major carriers decided to cut services.
Mind-blowing flying car makes history
A mind-blowing flying car has made history after conducting the world’s first flight with a passenger.
Qantas’ major change for overseas flights
Australian airline Qantas has announced a major change for passengers flying overseas — and the best bit is that it won’t cost you a cent.
‘Unacceptable’: Emirates CEO apologises
The major airline has issued a 570-word apology letter acknowledging their response was “far from perfect” amid the Dubai storms chaos.
Drone’s insane near-supersonic speeds
A superfast drone has been flown at near-supersonic speeds thanks to a new engine that could change passenger planes.
Qantas’ ‘one billion’ point win in 72 hours
Just days following the “biggest ever” change to the airline’s frequent flyer program, Qantas has dropped another major feat.
Seat you should always choose on a plane
If there’s one seat you should select when flying, whether it be long or short haul — experts say make sure it’s this one.
Aussie Emirates pilot reveals insane perk
Australian Emily Sidoti has revealed what it is like living and working in Dubai as the highest ranking pilot on the largest passenger jet in the world.
Qantas passenger exposes big loophole
It’s been dubbed as the biggest change to Qantas’ frequent flyer program in 35 years. But one passenger has exposed one big problem.
Hidden detail in Qantas loyalty shake-up
The nation’s biggest airline has unveiled a major change to its loyalty program, but the inflated cost is likely to leave flyers fuming.
Woman loses it as she’s dragged off flight
Viral footage shows the moment a woman was arrested in the US after an over-the-top meltdown on a plane.
One drink you want to have on a flight
A flight attendant has revealed the one drink that can help avoid “one of the most annoying” side effects of flying.
Airline with the ‘best economy class’ revealed
Yes, this economy cabin has beds and it’s the reason why it’s been voted the ‘best in the world’. The airline that has the best first class has also been revealed.
Qantas brings back route after 50 years
It’s the destination with one of the biggest rainforests in the world, and a stunning display or coral under crystal clear waters. Now, it’s easier than ever to get to.
Jetstar announces Aussie-first direct flight
Jetstar will be flying to this popular city again after 15 years with the route a first in Australia.
Flight attendant’s wild flight secret
A flight attendent has gone behind the scenes and revealed the mysterious reason why planes often have a missing 13th row.
Emirates’ 20cm seat detail Aussies love
They’re obviously no comparison to business class flat-lay seats but you can definitely tell the difference with the premium seats.
‘I fly business while my wife is in economy’
An Aussie dad and husband has justified flying in business class while his wife and three kids fly economy.
Huge travel warning for millions of Aussies
Aussies should prepare for what is going to be an extremely busy travel day with airports warning passengers to do this one specific thing.
Travellers brace for chaos at airports
Thousands of travellers are expected to move through the nation’s busiest airport in the next 24 hours.
Virgin’s huge win against world’s airlines
Virgin Australia has just taken out a huge award for the sixth time in a row. It was up against airlines from around the world.
Jetstar announces new ‘Aussie-first’ flight
It’s the new flight path that will have wine lovers jumping for joy, especially because fares on this “Australian-first” route will start from just $135.
I flew Emirates first class for just $600
I like to refer to 2023 as the year of flying opulently. While flight prices were soaring, I found myself on the receiving end of some good fortune.
‘Do better’: Jetstar’s huge turnaround
It’s great news for Aussies who fly on budget airlines. Jetstar and Bonza outperform Qantas and Virgin Australia in a surprising area.
Truth on tiny detail above plane window
A flight attendant has revealed the real meaning behind the tiny triangle stickers often found above a plane window.
Jetstar’s iconic move 20 years on
Jetstar has some big news – it’s planning to remake its first ever TV ad that featured Magda Szubanski – but with a twist.
‘Prison food’: Qantas meal confuses
A Qantas passenger who uploaded a photo of their meal has left online users scratching their heads over what exactly it is.
Insane cost of flights to this Aussie city
If you’re booking a last minute flight to Melbourne this weekend, you’re going to be in for a shock as airfares have skyrocketed ahead of the F1.
Scoot launch $355 Aussie fares to Europe
Budget airline Scoot is selling flights from Australia to Europe from just $355, as well as other popular overseas destinations.
Qantas announce major price hike
Qantas customers have been warned of a significant price increase as the airline makes a change not seen in seven years.
Day you don’t want to fly this Easter
If you were planning on flying from Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane on these dates, you may want to reconsider your plans.
‘Could lose billions more’: Boeing in crisis
Plane parts ripping off during flight, failed production audits and a whistleblower dead – industry giant Boeing is facing a reputational crisis.
‘Not good’: Bad news for Aussie flyers
An aviation analyst has painted a bleak picture of what Australia can expect in the huge year that lies ahead.
Reason every plane window has this tiny hole
Have you noticed this tiny hole on a plane window? Well, there’s a very important reason for it – just be sure not to cover it.
Qantas, Virgin, Jetstar’s all-female flights
Three of the nation’s biggest airlines are launching special flights today in honour of a major achievement.
Unusual sight on new flight to Australia
As Turkish Airlines start a new route between Melbourne and Istanbul, there was a surprise appearance inside the cabin.
Virgin to let cats and dogs fly in planes
Virgin Australia has just revealed its plans for a huge change – and, if approved, it will be the first airline in the country to offer it.
Qantas slashes fares in $109 flight sale
Millions of seats across Qantas’ entire domestic network will be “slashed”, with the airline saying almost every route will be impacted.
Emirates uniform rule shocks
An Emirates flight attendant has revealed there is a big uniform rule they can’t break — and for good reason.
Major airline lands in Aus for first time
An excited captain could be seen waving from the plane window after this major airline finally made its debut into the Aussie market.
Cabin crew want passengers to pay for this
Airlines are already cracking down on a number of services they offer, with one carrier looking at charging passengers when it comes to certain meals.
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