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Vaccine for most travellers available from mid-year

Unless you belong to a 'priority group', your COVID shots won't be likely until the back half of 2021.

David Flynn |

Amazon swoops on four ex-Qantas Boeing 767s

The popular and long-lived jet gains a new lease of life with Amazon's own cargo airline.

David Flynn |

Aircalin's new Airbus A320neo will fly to Sydney, Brisbane

The New Caledonian airline's first A320neo will join its two A330neo siblings on regional Pacific routes.

David Flynn |

Government hits back at Qantas on overseas flights

"Decisions about when international travel resumes will be made by the Australian Government."

David Flynn |

5 things to know about Emirates' new premium economy

How much legroom you'll get and how to score a free upgrade from economy class...

David Flynn |

AirNZ adds Honolulu stopover for all USA flights

'Not quite non-stop' flights between NZ and the US begin next month.

David Flynn |

Qantas reopens bookings for all overseas flights from July

Is overseas travel ready to bounce back from the middle of this year?

David Flynn |

Cathay Pacific, HK Express begin Cathay Dragon carve-up

The regional Cathay Dragon network could end up being split between four airlines.

David Flynn |

Canada: COVID tests for all international travellers

Strict new entry requirements could become the new norm as countries chart a safe course to recovery.

Bloomberg News |

Emirates showcases upgraded A380 business class

Emirates' final six superjumbos sport a refreshed business class cabin plus a snazzier first class shower.

David Flynn |

Emirates' Boeing 777X delivery slips to 2023

First due in 2020, Emirates' Boeing 777X jets are now looking like a 2023 proposition.

David Flynn |

Emirates reveals new premium economy seats, cabin

Emirates has pulled back the curtains on its long-awaited premium economy class.

David Flynn |

Emirates sets the date for its last Airbus A380 delivery

The mighty superjumbo is ready to make its swan song.

David Flynn |

Cathay Pacific's new Airbus A321neo business class

No surprises as Cathay locks in a regional recliner rather than fully lie-flat bed.

David Flynn |

Here's proof that not all frequent flyer programs are equal

Beyond the basics of lounge access and priority service, some less-common frequent flyer benefits are a real standout.

Chris C. |

Airbus eyes "next generation" single-aisle jetliner

Discussions with engine-maker GE reveal Airbus has a new narrow-body jetliner in development.

Bloomberg News |

Qantas, JAL pitch joint business for Australia-Japan flights

The alliance would help rebuild travel between Australia and Japan while also boosting benefits to frequent flyers.

David Flynn |

Qantas, Virgin seek delayed take-off for new Tokyo flights

Having been cancelled by COVID-19, can new flights to Tokyo get back on track by the end of 2021?

David Flynn |