Airline News Page 15

Air Canada to roll out free WiFi

The Canadian flag-carrier wants to make it easier for travellers to stay connected and entertained above the clouds.

David Flynn |

Qantas early check-in at Singapore’s Changi Airport

How early can you check in for your Qantas flight from Singapore?

David Flynn |

Air Canada plans ‘Book The Cook’ meals in business class

More choice is on the menu for Air Canada’s international business class passengers.

David Flynn |

Airbus’ new Airspace concept is a thing of high-tech beauty

From touchscreen windows to 3D printed interiors, this is a glimpse of how travel could look in the near future.

Chris Ashton |

Singapore Airlines unlocks free WiFi from nose to tail

KrisFlyer members can soon scroll to their heart’s content as unlimited Internet takes off on almost every flight.

Chris Ashton |

Here’s why Air New Zealand has started weighing passengers

For the next five weeks, international flyers heading out from Auckland will be jumping on the scales.

David Flynn |

Virgin Australia partners with Luxury Escapes

There’ll soon be a new way to earn Velocity Points on your next high-end holiday.

David Flynn |

Nepal Airlines plans Sydney-Kathmandu flights

The flights would include a Singapore stopover on the 13½ journey.

David Flynn |

Rex launches Sydney-Adelaide flights

Regional Express says the long game is direct flights between every capital city in Australia.

David Flynn |

Air Canada developing new Boeing 787, 777 business class

The airline’s flagship international Signature Class is headed for an upgrade.

David Flynn |

Air Canada eyes a return to Melbourne

The Canadian flag-carrier is keen to restart flights between Melbourne and Vancouver.

David Flynn |

Air Canada A321XLR to have “private flatbed suites”

The long-range single-aisle jets will be crowned by 14 private suites which transform into lie-flat beds.

David Flynn |

Qantas makes long-awaited return to San Francisco

After multiple delayed restarts, the red-tailed roo is once again a regular presence in Fog City.

Chris Ashton |

France’s short-range domestic flight ban is now in effect

The controversial rule applies to air routes where a train or bus alternative of less than 2.5 hours exists.

Staff Writers |

Lufthansa Technik unveils lavish Boeing 777-9 VIP cabin

This light-filled luxury jet concept sports enough room for you and your whole entourage.

Chris Ashton |

Now you can fly Finnair from Sydney to London

Experience a great business class seat plus some great lounges into the bargain.

David Flynn |

Qantas to fly Finnair A330s to Singapore, Bangkok

There’s quite a surprise in store for Qantas travellers headed to Singapore and Bangkok…

David Flynn |

Qantas doubles Tokyo flights in time for Japan ski season

Aussies seeking a Japanese escape are in luck with Qantas doubling down on its flights to Tokyo.

Chris Ashton |