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Qantas, American seek partnership extension to 2026

Both airlines see a continuing coalition as the "fastest and most effective way" to get more transpacific flights back in the air.

Chris C. |

Bain to take control of Virgin Australia in mid-November

Virgin Australia's new owners will take the stick almost seven months after the airline collapsed.

David Flynn |

Etihad's $31 billion government lifeline

The UAE's flag-carrier has received $31 billion in state funding since launching in 2003.

Bloomberg News |

Review: is the 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S too perfect?

Porsche's new technical flagship it every bit as fast, capable, and comfortable as you'd expect. But is it too perfect?

Car Expert |

Embraer reveals sleek next-gen turboprop

The 'E3' concept aims to deliver the best of both worlds on short-range regional routes.

David Flynn |

Air France-KLM rejects talk of breakup

A split in the Franco-Dutch carrier would make no sense, argues the group, buffeted by a Covid cash crunch.

Bloomberg News |

Emirates is now retiring its oldest Airbus A380s

It's the beginning of the end for these superjumbos with private suites, inflight showers and cocktail bars.

Chris C. |

Qantas closes bookings on US, UK flights to October 2021

That trip to LA or London seems further away than ever, but there's optimism on travel bubbles popping up around Asia.

David Flynn |

United trials rapid Covid tests for New York-London flights

Fast testing is increasingly seen as a way to restart travel on lucrative air routes.

Bloomberg News |

Japan Airlines to retire its domestic Boeing 777s

Japan is one of the few countries where the international-grade Boeing 777 features on domestic routes.

David Flynn |

'Qantas at home' care packs bring first class to your door

These new Qantas premium care kits see some delights of a first or business class flight delivered to your door.

David Flynn |

Qantas' first Airbus A321 is here, but you can't fly on it

In one form or another, the popular Airbus A321 is finding its way into the Qantas fleet...

David Flynn |

Emirates President Tim Clark delays retirement to 2021

Clark helped create the Gulf colossus, now he'll stay on deck to help it navigate the crisis which threatens it.

Bloomberg News |

Boeing eyes new jet to take on the Airbus A321neo

Boeing takes tentative steps in early-stage talks with airlines, Rolls-Royce about a new medium range single-aisle jetliner.

Bloomberg News |

The Alice Springs airplane parking lot has never been busier

Already home to over 100 jets, the outback storage facility being expanded to take 60 additional jets.

Bloomberg News |

Qantas faces tough competition on flights to Taipei

With Qantas considering flights to Taiwan, incumbents China Airlines and EVA Air will give the Roo a run for its money.

Chris C. |

Airbus A321neo business class gains first class appeal

Flying between Sydney and Perth would be more akin to a great Sydney-London experience.

David Flynn |

Virgin Australia looks to reboot inflight WiFi

How will WiFi figure in the new value-focussed Virgin Australia when it relaunches next month?

David Flynn |