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Will Qatar Airways’ Airbus A380 return to Sydney?
In 2022, the Gulf carrier’s superjumbo is enjoying an unexpectedly new lease on life.
This seat puts a fresh slant on single-aisle business class
Factorydesign’s unique Access concept delivers direct aisle access for Boeing 737, Airbus A320 business class.
Qantas restarts nonstop Perth-London flights
After more than two years, one of the world’s longest flights is bouncing back...
SQ sets February 5 for launch of Perth VTL flights
Singapore Airlines is optimistic about the restart of Perth-Singapore travel, planning a whopping 17 flights per week.
Embraer 190 Flight Experience & Seat Map
Join Executive Traveller as we check out this latest addition to the regional Qantas fleet.
Hawaiian Airlines “indefinitely suspends” Brisbane flights
The Hawaiian flag-carrier confirms Brisbane won’t be coming back to its network.
American Airlines resumes daily Sydney-LAX flights
The Qantas partner and Oneworld member returns to Australian skies.
Etihad WorldPass opens a new level of flexible flying
The Gulf airline says a benefit of its ‘Buy now, fly later’ subscription plan is that fares are locked in and will never go up.
Qantas Airbus A380s return to the skies
After being grounded for almost two years, the Qantas superjumbos soar once more.
These business class seats clean and sanitise themselves
Innovative ‘Pure Skies’ concept examines new materials and technology for peace of mind in post-pandemic travel.
Cathay Pacific suspends all Australian flights
Hong Kong imposes a two-week ban on flights from Australia and seven other countries as it braces for a ‘fifth wave’ of Covid.
What was your best upgrade?
We ask readers to share their best-ever airline upgrade and what made it so memorable.
For Covid-wary flyers, planes are still a safe place to be
Masks are good and booster shots are better, while business class is considered ‘safer’ than economy.
Qantas now flies from Sydney and Melbourne to Delhi
The two new routes tap into Australia's large Indian expat community as well as the trade and investment market.
Garuda to fly only five international routes in 2022
The Indonesian flag-carrier will ‘shrink to survive’ as it teeters on the brink of bankruptcy.
Fine dining returns to Qatar Airways’ first, business class
Silverware, china, crisp white linen and flickering LED ‘candles’ make a welcome return to the skies.
Virgin Australia regains its international wings
Today’s launch of flights between Sydney and Fiji marks another stage in the airline’s recovery.
Virgin’s summer menu refresh puts the focus on ‘fresh’
Here is what’s being dished up at 30,000 feet for Virgin Australia’s business class and economy passengers.
