Airline News Page 51

This seat could be ideal for Qantas’ next-gen business class

The Vantage Duo business class seat aims for the ‘sweet spot’ between a standard recliner and a lie-flat bed.

David Flynn |

Etihad upgrades Sydney, Melbourne to Boeing 777

The big Boeing is back, but this time without first class for the 14-hour journey to Abu Dhabi.

David Flynn |

What’s on your inflight ‘binge viewing’ list?

Those hours soaring above the clouds provide valuable ‘me time’ to catch up on your favourite shows.

David Flynn |

SQ brings Book The Cook to Newark, Seattle

Expect a new range of locally-sourced meals to land on the rebooted menu next month.

David Flynn |

Could Singapore Airlines launch unbundled business class?

The Star Alliance carrier says it is “always looking at what's in the market”…

David Flynn |

Qatar Airways’ A380 comes soaring back to Sydney

The Oneworld airline’s superlative superjumbo, with its elegant upper deck lounge, makes a welcome return to Australia.

David Flynn |

SQ “very excited” on new Boeing 777-9 first, business

Over-sized first class suites? Sliding doors in business class? Everything is on the table as SQ prepares for its next-gen jet.

David Flynn |

Singapore Airlines now all-flatbed business from Australia

Travellers at the pointy end can now enjoy lie-flat relaxation on every flight from Australia.

Chris Ashton |

Rex cuts five regional routes, two more under review

Bathurst, Grafton, Lismore, Kangaroo Island and Ballina will disappear from Rex’s network, with potentially more to follow.

Matt Lennon |

Here is KLM’s all-new premium economy

Wider seats, greater legroom, and an exclusive menu are a few of the Premium Comfort perks.

David Flynn |

Buy Star Alliance Gold status, and get your money back!

This extraordinary offer from Thai Airways actually gives you your money back in travel credit.

David Flynn |

Qantas to raise fares, cut flights

Expect to see fewer flights and higher prices as Qantas is hit by increases in fuel costs.

Bloomberg News |

Singapore Airlines, Lufthansa boost shared flight network

It’s about to get even easier to fly from Australia to almost anywhere in Europe.

David Flynn |

United: Polaris business class for all Australian flights

The newly-minted Virgin Australia partner is putting its best foot forward.

David Flynn |

Rex pulls the plug on Sydney-Canberra flights

Competitive pressure forces Rex Airlines to withdraw from the popular business route.

Matt Lennon |

Starlux sets June debut for new A330neo business class

The Taiwanese startup is ready to spread its wings with the first of eight Airbus A330neo jets.

David Flynn |

This $75m private jet is a Parisian penthouse in the sky

The Falcon 10X matches ultra-long range with a spacious stylish cabin that’s just won a Red Dot interior design award.

David Flynn |

How to turn your Qatar Airways Avios into free flights

It’s easy to transfer Avios between airline loyalty programs and redeem them on award bookings.

David Flynn |