Australia’s airline industry is under fire again, with renewed scrutiny on passenger rights and compensation for delays and cancellations at a Senate inquiry. It looks like Qantas will need to be dragged kicking and screaming to compensate consumers for not delivering flights on time. Remember this is the airline that...

Don’t expect any flashy moves. Virgin Australia’s new CEO, Dave Emerson, has a clear mandate: stay the course while delivering solid returns so we can sell this thing and make a killing. Well, that at least is my interpretation of what Virgin Australia’s majority owners, Bain Capital, will want. Minority...

Almost universally hailed for their comfort and technology, the new Business Class Aria Suites on Cathay Pacific 777s will arrive in Sydney this month according to ET. Background Cathay Pacific has been a leader in passenger comfort and privacy in Business Class. In 2011, the airline introduced reverse herringbone seats...

Here are the details at a glance so you can get right onto booking to earn double points or double status credits: REGISTER for the promotion on the Qantas website or via the app before you book your flights CHOOSE either double Points or double Status Credits BOOK BY your...

Qantas Frequent Flyers are great hoarders of points for that special trip. They think in terms of an around-the-world trip in business class on Qantas and other OneWorld members and partners. Besides the fact that these are a nightmare to try and book yourself without the assistance of the premium...

Qantas announced significant changes to its Frequent Flyer program on 22 January 2025. Most changes were adverse for frequent flyers, including an increase in the number of points needed to redeem Classic Reward seats. Upgrades also require more points, and carrier charges on some routes increased from August 5, 2025....

A new 787-10 has been spotted with what is apparently Korean Air’s new livery. Recently, the merging of Korean Airways with Asiana was formally approved, so the corporate branding team requires a new logo, livery, and brand statement. Korean Air – dowdy looks v Asiana contemporary identity The Korean Air...

Hawaiian Airlines is currently a partner of Virgin Australia, which allowed you to earn and burn Velocity Points on trips between Australia and the Hawaiian Islands. The Virgin partnership will end in preparation for the combined Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines joining the OneWorld Alliance. Bookings departing before and after 30...

In a shocking security breach, a 17-year-old teenager was arrested after, it is alleged, breaching security at Melbourne’s second airport, Avalon. The youth attempted to board the Jetstar plane with a loaded shotgun. The incident occurred on Thursday, 6 March at 2:20 pm. The attempt was met with a swift...

Flights to and from Brisbane Airport are scheduled to cease at approximately 4 pm today (Thursday 6 March, 2025) Queensland time. This is due to deteriorating coastal weather conditions due to tropical cyclone Alfred. Passengers expecting to depart after that time, should not travel to the airport if their flight...

Virgin Australia has announced the appointment of Dave Emerson as its new Chief Executive Officer. He will replace Jayne Hrdlicka, who signposted she would step down back in February 2024 after leading the airline after its rebirth from administration during COVID-19. Emerson, currently Virgin Australia’s Chief Commercial Officer, has worked...

Air travellers to the east coast of Australia, and specifically Brisbane, are warned to keep updated on weather conditions. This is in the light of the expected landfall of Tropical Cyclone Alfred expected on Thursday 6 March, 2025. However, the cyclone will adversely affect weather from today, Wednesday 5 March...

A Qantas flight returned to Sydney Airport less than half an hour after taking off due to smoke in the cabin. QF643 A little after 9 am, Monday 3 March, QF643, and the 8:40 am flight, Perth-bound using a Boeing 737, returned to Sydney Airport as a result of smoke...

The New Zealand airline is necking a bottle — with the launch of its own wine label, Thirteen Forty Five. The brand will only be vailable to Air New Zealand passengers and their frequent flyer scheme Airpoints Store customers. History in a name The name 1345 celebrates the airline’s inaugural...