Boeing settles to avoid civil trial over Ethiopian Airlines crash
Boeing has reached a last-minute settlement to avoid a civil trial over the fatal 2019 crash of an Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX plane, say the plaintiffs’ lawyers.
Aviation
Ex-Rex directors call on ‘penalty privilege’ in ASIC case
The corporate regulator has revealed its struggle to get relevant documents from Rex as the failed airline’s former directors clam up.
Aviation authority seeks to dismiss Outback Wrangler case
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority will apply to dismiss a case brought by the widow of a man killed using a ‘human sling’ approved by the regulator.
Plane makes mayday emergency landing in Sydney
A plane has made an emergency landing at Sydney Airport overnight after its pilot put out a mayday call.
Airbus, Qantas pin green jet fuel hopes on new VC
Airbus and Qantas have backed a new climate VC to prime early-stage sustainable aviation fuel start-ups for their own later direct investment.
Bain Capital refuses to give up on Virgin Australia float
Virgin Australia’s owner is pushing ahead with its plan to relist the airline on the ASX, even as the sharemarket endures a bloodbath.
Emirates’ $5bn makeover with first-class suites, business mini bars
Emirates has unveiled its refurbished 777s that will now have first-class suites, personal mini bars in business and better seats in economy on select routes | WATCH THE VIDEO
Qantas chair says airline’s reputation rescue in progress
Qantas chairman John Mullen says ‘change is good for everybody’ as he concedes the airline’s reputation is a long way from being fixed.
Virgin Australia IPO set for take off
Virgin Australia’s owners are pushing ahead with an IPO that could see the airline relisted on the ASX as early as June.
Jetstar flight turns back to Bali after attempted door opening | WATCH
Jetstar has denied disruptive passengers are on the rise after a woman tried to open a door at 33,000 feet and a brawl erupted on another flight over a reclined seat.
Dutton to axe rail funds and focus on airport
Billions of dollars of promised Suburban Rail Loop funds will be axed by the Coalition, with Peter Dutton pledging to instead to pour $3bn into Melbourne’s long-awaited airport rail link.
Todd Sampson to exit Qantas board
Qantas chairman John Mullen has announced director Todd Sampson will leave in July after a decade on the board and ‘one of the most challenging periods in airline history’.
Qantas upgrade of ‘dinosaur’ fleet designed to restore reputation
Qantas is embarking on major makeovers for many of its existing aircraft, ripping out the cabins of younger 737s.
Why Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson flies economy
18 months into the role of Qantas CEO, Vanessa Hudson is still trying to distance the airline from the woke elitism of predecessor Alan Joyce. How is she faring?
Battling Rex lands on books
The Albanese government has promised more funding to help administrators sell the airline or for ‘potential contingency options’ that may include a takeover of the failed company.
Qantas rips covers off new plane
Qantas has revealed two key features of its new A321XLR aircraft — at the same time as defending the glacial pace of the domestic fleet renewal.
Heathrow closure lands Aussies in Paris
Qantas plans to bus passengers from Paris to London after flight diversions caused by Heathrow Airport closure.
‘Some flights’ to resume at Heathrow after major power cut
There was expected to be a significant knock-on effect as a result of Friday’s chaos at London’s busiest airport, which could see hundreds more impacted over the weekend.
Bali flights cancelled after volcanic eruption
More than a dozen flights have been cancelled by Australian airlines after another volcanic event in Indonesia.
Qantas facing final union showdown
Qantas and the TWU are headed for one last fight in the unlawful outsourcing case, with the Federal Court still to determine what penalty the airline should face.
G’day mate: New TV series to showcase Australia to the world
Forget Neighbours and Kylie Minogue. Tourism Australia is about to launch a new television series to the world that will present a very different image of the land down under.
Webjet enters loyalty space with brand refresh
Webjet will move into the busy loyalty space, dominated by Qantas Frequent Flyer, in an effort to boost bookings.
Chinese visitor market roars back to number one
China has rocketed back to the top of Australia’s international visitor markets, representing a welcome windfall for tourism operators.
Rex could fly high by sticking to its rural roots
For Rex’s new owners, the choice is clear. Stay in your lane and what you’re good at. Namely, moving folks cheaply and frequently from regional hubs to major cities and towns.
The great airport carpark rip-off laid bare
Exorbitant carpark charges are generating massive profits for Australia’s major gateways, as airlines hit out at ‘monopoly airports’.
Airlines grilled over opposition to cancellation compo
Airlines laid out why they should not have to pay automatic compensation in the event of cancelled flights in a fiery Senate committee hearing.
Another piece of Rex sold off
Rex’s flight simulator centre has been sold as administrators continue their search for a buyer for the regional airline.
Why landing a Qantas reward seat is about to get a whole lot harder
The challenge for frequent flyers securing a Qantas seat is about to cost them up to 20 per cent more points per flight as the scheme increases redemption values across key routes.
‘Weak’ flight rights charter doesn’t order refunds, says Choice
A much-anticipated aviation customer rights charter may offer less protection than current consumer law and doesn’t specify instant refunds, which Choice says is a glaring omission.
Jones ‘happy’ to take second prize at Virgin
The man the unions stopped from running Virgin has received a promotion under its new chief, with Paul Jones to step into the role of chief commercial officer.
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