Airline News Page 23

Qantas’ final Boeing 787 touches down

The ‘Snowy River’ Dreamliner adds to a much-needed fleet expansion.

David Flynn |

Fiji Airways now flying non-stop from Canberra to Nadi

Canberrans looking to escape the winter chill are just a single flight away from Pacific island bliss.

Chris Ashton |

Qantas status extension for Platinum frequent flyers

Many of the airline’s most frequent flyers will need 20% fewer status credits to keep their membership and perks to 2024.

David Flynn |

United Airlines pulls back the curtain on latest first class

The Star Alliance carrier plans to roll out the seat across 200 aircraft in the coming years.

Chris Ashton |

AMEX slashes Singapore, Emirates rates, adds Qatar Airways

You’ll need more American Express Membership Rewards points to bulk up your Singapore Airlines or Emirates accounts.

David Flynn |

Business class to New York: Qantas vs Air New Zealand

We compare the new one-stop ‘long hop’ flights from Australia to New York.

David Flynn |

EU261 / UK261 compensation for delayed, cancelled flights

These European and British consumer rights laws can help you claim up to $1000 from airlines for flight disruptions.

Chris Ashton |

How British Airways created the business class bed

Lie-flat beds are now taken for granted in business class, but that wasn’t always the case...

David Flynn |

Qantas is once again flying between Melbourne and Hong Kong

Flights will initially jet off thrice-weekly before ramping up to daily from October.

Chris Ashton |

Korean Air’s upcycling a 777 into exclusive luxury goods

Ever wanted to own a piece of aviation history? Korean Air is giving you a chance to do just that.

Staff Writers |

What to expect from Qantas’ unique A350 Wellbeing Zone

Stand, stretch and briefly socialise in this dedicated space on the Qantas A350.

David Flynn |

Delta ramping up to double-daily from Sydney to LAX

The US carrier is going all out on the trans-Pacific hop, lifting its schedule in time for the Christmas rush.

Chris Ashton |

23-hour marathon: Qantas restarts New York flights

The New York flights rely on Auckland as a springboard for a non-stop trek to the Big Apple.

David Flynn |

What it’s like travelling with Korean Air

From service to seats, connectivity and more, the Korean flag carrier is five stars all the way.

Staff Writers |

Qantas confirms flights from Western Sydney airport

Qantas and Jetstar will be the first airlines to fly from the new 24-hour airport when it opens in late 2026.

David Flynn |

Qantas gets ready to replace its A330s

The ageing jets are on the way out, with Airbus and Boeing vying to supply a new mid-size jet for the Flying Kangaroo.

David Flynn |

Qantas early check-in at Singapore’s Changi Airport

How early can you check in for your Qantas flight from Singapore?

David Flynn |

Air Canada plans ‘Book The Cook’ meals in business class

More choice is on the menu for Air Canada’s international business class passengers.

David Flynn |