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Airbus has begun test flights of its 'smart cabin'
Sep 16, 2019, 12:08 AMWhile not directly related to your question, I use a pair of bluetooth headphones that can also take an auxiliary cable to plug into planes.
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Qantas plans overhaul of frequent flyer scheme
Jun 18, 2019, 12:11 PMI am expecting dynamic pricing of reward bookings and status based on spend.
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Shaping Qantas' next-gen first, business class
Feb 26, 2019, 11:40 PMA lot of great options listed here, my favorites would be.- A social space, VA do this really well for both Y+ and J on a 777. I really enjoy this space, I've spent hours here and met some really great people. If they can do it, it shouldn't be too hard on a 787 or similar. - Privacy door- Practi...
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Inflight announcements: how many are too many?
Nov 30, 2018, 08:12 PMI hate it when I am trying to use the IFE and even after the announcement is finished there is an extended period until they put the phone back to stop the announcement and let the IFE start again. On a recent flight it was stuck on the announcement screen for several minutes after they finished ...
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Triple-jump your way to Platinum status
Oct 19, 2018, 08:42 PMOnce earning the Platinum Status on Qatar is it possible to fly Qantas using OW Emerald Privileges of Qatar but credit any new earn to Qantas?
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Avoiding the sun...?
May 23, 2019, 10:54 PMI usually don't like the sun on these flights, I use to put myself in 4K to avoid the sun but found usually the person on the other side of the aircraft leaves the window open causing me to still have sun in my face. Also certain parts of the flight due to the angle its even more on me then the p...
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How long does it take you to get through Sydney international airport?
Apr 30, 2019, 10:13 PMLike most here I am a high level frequent flyer, usually I get through the airport quicker during a peak time then a mildly busy time.This is due to when Outbound - Syd express pass is either closed or just points you into the general line with only a few smart gates open and screening lines open...
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Qantas Boeing 737 business class toilet 'invasion' by economy passengers
Mar 02, 2019, 02:59 PMFor those who are saying its just a toilet get over it, you clearly have never paid for business class before and maybe you don't see the benefit or want to pay which is ok. Business class is usually 4-8x more than economy and I push my budget to afford it for the listed benefits. One of the list...
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Stick with Velocity Gold or chase Platinum?
Nov 22, 2018, 06:43 PMIt depends on how much cost and effort it will take you. There is currently double SC promotion for flights booked between Australia and New Zealand if that helps you. I am about to get 360SC for $1000.In addition to above you also get 1 year of Hilton Diamond status. This is a 1 time thing and y...
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Chance of a Virgin Australia international lounge
Oct 05, 2018, 12:15 AMOriginally Posted by andyfSurely if they have capital to spend it would be on something more profit generating like aircraftYeah while i'd enjoy having a VA branded Int' lounge network i'd love them to buy some more aircraft to open up some more/ interesting long haul international routes.