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Lufthansa set to slash Airbus A350, A320neo deliveries

A Government bailout will prioritise paying down debt before picking up new aircraft.

Bloomberg News |

Qantas status proves hard to retain for overseas flyers

Even with bonus status credits, members still need to take four eligible Qantas or Jetstar flights to retain their tier.

Chris C. |

British Airways retires Boeing 747 fleet

It's a case of Boeing, Boeing, Gone for the airline that was, until now, the world's largest operator of passenger jumbo jets.

Chris C. |

Emirates vs Qatar in Airbus A380 superjumbo stoush

These two powerhouse airlines have different views on the future role the Airbus A380.

David Flynn |

American Airlines, JetBlue join forces in New York alliance

The Northeast US will be the focus for an unexpected partnership between American and JetBlue.

Bloomberg News |

South African Airways to fly again, with $2.3bn Govt bailout

The South African government ditches plans for a new national flag-carrier in favour of extending SAA another lifeline.

Bloomberg News |

Virgin Atlantic set for $1.8 billion rescue

As part of its recovery flight plan, Richard Branson's pride and joy will shed jobs and delay aircraft deliveries.

Bloomberg News |

Qatar Executive now lets you book VIP jets at a flate rate

Qatar Airways' private charter arm adds a bespoke plan for business jets.

David Flynn |

Qantas gives grounded frequent flyers bonus status credits

Most Qantas Frequent Flyer members will receive at least 50% of the status credits needed to retain their tier, without flying.

Chris C. |

This aviation furniture brings flying into your home

Celebrate cocktail hour in Concorde glassware while you relax in fuselage furniture – or even a genuine airline seat.

Bloomberg Pursuits |

Travellers to begin paying for 14-day hotel quarantine

Travellers rather than taxpayers are now footing the bill for mandatory hotel isolation upon arriving in Australia.

David Flynn |

Qantas closes almost all international bookings to March '21

It appears that another wave of Qantas flight cancellations is on the way.

David Flynn |

Australia to slash the number of inbound passengers

The number of arriving passengers will be halved "for the foreseeable future."

David Flynn |

Emirates says Boeing 777X will miss 2021 debut

The long-awaited Boeing 777X will make airlines wait a little longer, says major customer Emirates.

Bloomberg News |

Velocity: what should change, and what must stay the same?

What should change, and what must stay the same, in Virgin Australia's Velocity rewards program?

David Flynn |

Qantas eyes return of Emirates codeshare flights

Qantas has pulled its QF code off Emirates flights, but that's expected to come back shortly.

David Flynn |

Five things to watch for in Bain' new Virgin Australia 2.0

From the seats to the eats, here's a rundown of areas where Virgin loyalists are waiting for details to emerge.

David Flynn |

What will chef Neil Perry's retirement mean for Qantas?

Is the famous 'pav in a glass' about to become just a memory of the Qantas first class dining experience?

David Flynn |