Qantas investigating Xmas Day ‘U-turn’
Qantas is investigating a mechanical issue that forced a flight to be diverted mid-air while over Antarctica on Christmas Day.
Travel
Fare wars heat up as airline drops $39 flights
Australia’s rival airlines have released hundreds of thousands of discounted seats to some of the hottest destinations, both here and overseas, in huge Boxing Day sales.
Breakthrough behind NYE train deal
A crucial concession by the rail unions paved the way for Sydney’s famed New Year’s Eve fireworks to go ahead, the state’s Transport Minister has revealed.
New rights for travellers hit with flight delays, lost baggage
Airlines will face penalties for losing passengers’ bags or failing to provide refunds under Australia’s first aviation customer rights charter to be introduced in the New Year.
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Qantas aiming for spirited end to bumpy 2024
Qantas has been seized by the Christmas spirit, as the airline goes to great lengths to show it’s more nice than naughty.
Virgin’s big reveal on Qatar flights
Virgin Australia has revealed what aircraft Qatar Airways will operate on new flights to Doha and what that will mean for travellers.
Ex-Qantas pilot denies ill intent behind document theft
A former Qantas pilot accused of stealing confidential documents before jumping ship to join Virgin Australia, has denied he planned to use them in his new job.
TWU ties Virgin-Qatar deal support to new CEO
A powerful union is offering ‘conditional’ support for the Virgin-Qatar deal in an apparent bid to exert its influence over Jayne Hrdlicka’s replacement.
CASA pursuing Bathurst crash pilot in Federal Court
The aviation safety regulator is turning up the heat on a pilot who crashed his light plane into a barrier during the Bathurst 1000 broadcast.
Switch mistake blamed for mid-air tumble on Virgin flight
A Virgin pilot accidentally pulled the wrong switch on the flight deck sending a 737 into a roll that injured a crew member, the ATSB has found.
Virgin clears first hurdle for proposed Qatar tie-up
Virgin Australia has been approved by the ACCC to begin selling tickets for Qatar Airways flights as part of the airlines’ planned partnership.
Qantas promises more comfort with its latest Airbus
The aircraft Qantas has ordered to replace its ageing 737s, the Airbus A321XLR, is nearing completion in Germany. See how it’s taking shape.
Late booking the new norm for holiday plans
Summer holiday plans are increasingly being left to the last minute as financially stressed families wait to see what’s left in the kitty before booking flights or accommodation.
Travel giant sued over hidden fees
The consumer watchdog has launched legal proceedings against Webjet for false and misleading promotion of airfares.
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