Long wait for Qantas international Wi-Fi getting longer
A technical issue has pushed the rollout of Wi-Fi on the embattled national carrier’s international flights into 2025.
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New theory on how Aussies fell ill as Fiji wants warning axed
A new theory has emerged on how four Aussie fell ill after drinking cocktails at a Fiji resort as a local tourism boss has pleaded with the Australian government to remove its warning.
Push to change air traffic priorities
Airports are pressing for changes to an air traffic control rule forcing long-haul international flights to divert rather than being allowed to land ahead of other services.
Government help for Rex extends to dedicated taskforce
The government’s support for Rex now includes a secretive task force of highly paid public servants, with the sole aim of keeping the carrier going.
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Government ‘throwing good money after bad’ at Rex
Federal government help for Rex is creating an ‘uneven playing field’ for other regional operators struggling to have their voice heard.
Qantas, American Airlines report air dramas
Summer holiday travel is off to a rocky start for some airline passengers after a Qantas flight spent four hours taking off and landing due to various technical issues.
International Qantas flight turns back twice
An international Qantas flight bound for Melbourne was forced to turn back twice after pilots reported problems with the aircraft.
Capital idea as Qatar Airways resumes flights
Qatar Airways is banking on a return to Australia’s capital to help its campaign of buying a stake in Virgin Australia and increasing the number of its own flights.
Fijian alcohol poisoning incident a ‘one off’ say authorities
Fijian authorities are awaiting toxicology reports from seven tourists hospitalised with alcohol poisoning as officials move to reassure visitors of the Pacific Island country’s safety.
Virgin, Qatar drop huge sale for Aussies
The holiday season has started early for Australians, who now have more options for international travel after two major airlines joined forces.
Virgin’s new flights good news for Velocity members
Virgin Australia’s new flights with Qatar Airways open up more opportunities for Velocity members. How do they compare to Qantas frequent flyers?
Qantas vs Qatar: Aussies the big winners from airline war
Virgin’s much anticipated launch fares on Qatar Airways flights are now on sale, with its CEO declaring the airline is targeting Australians ‘hungry to travel’ who can’t afford exorbitant prices of rival carriers.
Qantas engineers’ strike targets biggest travel day
The airline says it’s ‘well-prepared’ for 500 engineers walking off the job on Friday morning with 97 per cent of flights getting away on time in morning peak time.
Virgin-Qatar fares undercut rival Qantas
Virgin Australia has revealed the price passengers will pay for the airline’s return to long-haul flying with Qatar Airways with ticket sales starting Thursday.
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