Rex’s ageing aircraft fleet another threat to regional flights
Relief over the continuation of Rex’s regional services may be short-lived, as the aircraft used for those flights near their use-by date.
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Major job losses revealed as airline collapses
The shocking number of job losses has been revealed after a major airline collapsed, with flights cancelled and planes grounded.
Where Rex went wrong and who will pay the highest price
Rex has been placed into administration but regional services will continue to operate for now.
Chaos avoided, airport workers call off strike
Sydney Airport refuellers had planned to walk off the job for six hours on Wednesday, but last minute crisis talks saw them offered better pay and conditions.
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Historic Qantas crash site rediscovered, 81 years on
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‘Unplanned runway repairs’ latest blow to air travel
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Airspace closure causes mass flight delays, cancellations
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Why Virgin Australia’s Max 8 arrival is a relief
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Big secret inside Virgin Australia’s new Max 8s
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Qantas unveils new team ahead of Joyce’s departure
The airline has unveiled a new look executive team as the airline prepares to farewell long-serving CEO Alan Joyce.
Travel prioritised in household budgets, says Qantas
The national carrier will expand the popular initiative which allows economy passengers the chance to stretch out a little at minimal extra cost.
Flight paths for Western Sydney Airport unveiled
Proposed flight paths for Western Sydney Airport have finally been released, along with an online tool to help residents measure how much noise they will face.
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