Airline News
Qantas A350 gets Economy Plus, and ‘economy minus’
The Seat Gods giveth, and the Seat Gods taketh away…
Will Melbourne miss out on Qantas Project Sunrise flights?
Sydney gets non-stops to London and New York, but nothing is locked in beyond that.
Qantas launches non-stop Sydney–London flights
At 22 hours, Qantas has just launched the world’s longest flight
EU bans airlines from charging for carry-on bags
From 2027, airlines operating in Europe must include a carry-on in every ticket price.
Thai Airways’ new 777, 787-10 business & premium economy
These ‘Business First’ suites are Thai’s fresh take on first class.
Airbus A350 to make record-breaking 24-hour test flight
Inside the gruelling test campaign of the newest Airbus jet.
Turkish Airlines delays non-stop Australia flights to 2027
Direct flights to Sydney are now slated for the end of 2027, with Melbourne to follow in 2028.
Late 2027 launch for Cathay’s new 777 first class?
The airline is promising ‘world-leading’ first class suites for the long-range 777-9 fleet.
Virgin starts the clock on 737-10 delivery
This largest member of the 737 family will feature on Virgin’s busiest domestic and international routes.
China Airlines: new 787 business class, premium economy
Travellers can expect a sophisticated upgrade to the Taiwanese airline’s already-elegant cabins.
Qantas set to reveal first Project Sunrise route
We’ll soon know when the first Project Sunrise A350s will begin their 20-hour non-stop marathons.
Turkish Airlines confirms A350 premium economy
The Star Alliance member will finally join the worldwide premium economy push.
Qantas, Jetstar to launch Western Sydney Airport flights
First flights from Sydney’s new airport take off in October.
Riyadh Air plans flights to Sydney, Melbourne
The new Gulf airline aims to launch flights between Australia and Riyadh in the new few years.
Virgin brings ‘pets on planes’ flights to Adelaide
Get ready for more pets on more planes as Virgin continues to extend the service.
Philippine Airlines is joining Oneworld
Philippine Airlines brings a sharper Asian focus for the Oneworld alliance.
Qantas to retire A380 superjumbo, replace with A350
The red-tailed superjumbos will fly into the sunset in the early 2030s...
Air Canada eyes Melbourne for new A350 jets
The long-range Airbus jet could unlock Melbourne-Vancouver flights.
