Is a booze ban the answer to unruly airline passengers?
The problem of poorly behaved airline passengers appears to be getting worse, prompting calls for greater education and restrictions on pre-flight drinks.
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Aussies spending holiday money overseas, not at home
Australians’ pursuit of a value holiday in Bali, Japan and Vietnam is taking a toll on domestic tourism, new figures show.
Virgin loses appeal against ‘drunk on duty’ unfair dismissal case
Virgin Australia has lost its appeal against a flight attendant unfairly sacked for drinking a glass of prosecco 7.5 hours before working and using a dating app while on fatigue leave.
Disorderly airline passengers sour New Year
A Jetstar passenger is accused of stabbing a federal police officer with a pen in the latest display of unruly behaviour on a flight.
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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.
Webjet fine print on fees ‘misled customers’ about airfares
The consumer watchdog says Webjet breached consumer law over ‘undisclosed fees’ on airfares and questionable booking practices.
Jetstar drama: tyre damage forces plane to return to Sydney
Travellers through Sydney Airport faced delays earlier on Wednesday after an incident involving a Jetstar flight.
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