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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.
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.
Etihad's $31 billion government lifeline
The UAE's flag-carrier has received $31 billion in state funding since launching in 2003.
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?
Embraer reveals sleek next-gen turboprop
The 'E3' concept aims to deliver the best of both worlds on short-range regional routes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
'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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
Airbus A321neo business class gains first class appeal
Flying between Sydney and Perth would be more akin to a great Sydney-London experience.
Virgin Australia looks to reboot inflight WiFi
How will WiFi figure in the new value-focussed Virgin Australia when it relaunches next month?