Airline News Page 13

Virgin Australia business class upgrade essentials

Using Velocity points to upgrade your seat to the first two rows is an excellent way to improve your journey.

Staff Writers |

Qantas hikes domestic baggage fees

Brace yourself for a 30% increase in excess baggage charges on all domestic flights.

Chris Ashton |

Up close with Cathay’s new premium economy seat

The recliner combines privacy and comfort with high-tech touches.

David Flynn |

Cathay to remove first class from 777-300ERs

The familiar ‘open suites’ will be replaced by all-new private business class berths.

David Flynn |

Cathay eyes new A350 business class

An upcoming refresh for the A350s could see a fresh take on business class and premium economy.

David Flynn |

Virgin Australia Velocity Silver Frequent Flyer Guide

Though often viewed as a stepping stone on the path to Gold, Silver still delivers some worthwhile benefits.

Staff Writers |

Air India reboots Flying Returns loyalty program

The long-running frequent flyer scheme adopts a spend-based model, rolls out new tier names, evergreen points and more.

Chris Ashton |

Qantas revamps extra legroom charges

It’ll now cost a little more to stretch out on domestic and overseas flights…

David Flynn |

Air New Zealand unveils latest business class meals

Long-range international flights are taking off with an all-new menu, including an elevated take on ‘chips and dip’.

Chris Ashton |

All you need to know about Emirates Skywards frequent flyer

Emirates Skywards allows you to earn and spend miles around the globe through a wide variety of partners.

Staff Writers |

Thai Airways resumes daily Perth-Bangkok flights

The Star Alliance airline is finally soaring back to Western Australia.

Staff Writers |

Singapore Airlines switches Cairns to an Airbus A350

The move delivers an additional 30 business class seats on every flight.

Chris Ashton |

Cathay Pacific’s Australian rebound

The airline is steadily soaring back, although flights to Adelaide and Cairns remain missing from the map…

David Flynn |

This first class airline suite changes with the seasons

This cabin concept from the team behind Qantas’ A350 interiors is striking in its simplicity.

Chris Ashton |

Cathay Pacific brings French flair to first, business class

A new wave of inflight meals taps the menu of Michelin-starred French restaurant Louise.

David Flynn |

Ten new business class seats coming your way

Airlines are seeking an edge in what’s become a hyper-competitive market.

David Flynn |

The best business class seats for solo travellers?

Business class ‘throne’ seats make you feel like a king or queen of the skies.

David Flynn |

Vietjet launches Sydney-Hanoi flights

The Vietnamese airline is expanding its Australian network and bringing more competition to the skies.

David Flynn |