Australian government is implementing significant reforms to Sydney Airport’s (SYD) slot management system following recommendations from the Harris Review.
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Flag carrier Qatar Airways (QR) is poised to significantly increase its Australian operations through a proposed 25% stake acquisition in Virgin Australia (VA).
Virgin Australia CEO Jane Hrdlicka has unveiled the airline’s revised fleet strategy in response to ongoing Boeing 737 MAX delivery delays.
Nationals Leader David Littleproud has distanced himself from a proposal to threaten Qantas (QF) and Jetstar (JQ) with break-up powers in response to anti-competitive behavior.
Qatar Airways (QR) is close to finalizing a deal to acquire a minority stake (possibly 20%) in Virgin Australia (VA), almost 1.5 years after its private equity owner Bain Capital delayed a billion-dollar float of the carrier and pivoted to courting strategic buyers.
Regional Express (Rex), Australia’s third-largest airline, has entered voluntary administration, grounding all flights between capital cities.
The flight, which was traveling from Queenstown (ZQN) to Melbourne (MEL), reportedly encountered engine trouble during takeoff.
A Virgin Australia (VA) passenger who allegedly ran naked through the aircraft cabin midflight has been arrested after the plane returned to Perth Airport (PER), Australia.
In a move set to redefine the travel experience between Australia and New Zealand, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has recently announced a groundbreaking draft determination.
Virgin Australia (VA) has officially adjusted its aircraft delivery schedules due to challenges in production at Boeing, a major global manufacturer.