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Dec 31 deadline approaches for Qantas Covid credit bookings

While you can also request a full refund, Qantas is offering double points for bookings made with ‘Covid credit’.

David Flynn |

How airlines are spreading Christmas cheer this year

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at 40,000 feet.

Staff Writers |

Get ready for JAL’s amazing new A350 first, business class

Suites with sliding doors, built-in speakers and the choice of a single or double bed will soon take flight.

David Flynn |

The A380 almost had a split-level first class ‘loft’ suite

Etihad’s A380 The Residence suite almost embraced an ‘upstairs, downstairs’ approach.

David Flynn |

Air New Zealand to fly battery-powered electric plane

It’s the first step towards low-emissions commercial flights, says AirNZ.

David Flynn |

Qantas extends free inflight beer, wine service

‘Happy hour’ now kicks off at noon, so cheers to that!

David Flynn |

Hawaiian Airlines to merge with Alaska Airlines

Will the Honolulu-based carrier now become a member of the Oneworld alliance?

David Flynn |

Here are the best (and worst) Qantas business class seats

All Qantas international business class seats, ranked and rated.

David Flynn |

Gold Coast Airport’s domestic upgrade kicks into high gear

Coolie Airport will soon introduce a sleek lounge bar, playground and more.

Chris Ashton |

Malaysia Airlines: we won’t ‘unbundle’ business class

The KL-based airline says it would rather give more to passengers, rather than take things away.

David Flynn |

Cathay Pacific upgrades first class dining

New restaurant partnerships deliver fine dining in the air and on the ground

David Flynn |

Virgin begins upgrade of 737 business, economy class

There’s something for everyone in Virgin Australia’s second-gen business and economy class.

David Flynn |

Inside the upgraded Emirates A380s

This tip-to-tail transformation will keep the double-deck jets flying “for the foreseeable future,” the airline says.

David Flynn |

Your guide to flying Qantas with children and infants

Whether you’ve had an addition to the family or you’re preparing for your next trip, here’s your guide to flying Qantas with kids.

Staff Writers |

Qantas: more new international routes to come

Could flights to fresh destinations in US and Europe be on the way?

David Flynn |

Step on board Malaysia Airlines’ 737 MAX

The Boeing 737 MAX takes up regional flying from Kuala Lumpur, so which seats are the ones to pick and the ones to skip?

David Flynn |

Qantas Platinum One Frequent Flyer: all you need to know

If achieving Platinum One status is within your grasp, it’s absolutely worth the effort to do so.

Staff Writers |

Singapore Airlines bringing the Airbus A350 to Perth

The Star Alliance member confirms even more A350s will soon be winging their way to the city.

Chris Ashton |