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Qantas’ final Boeing 787 touches down
The ‘Snowy River’ Dreamliner adds to a much-needed fleet expansion.
Turkish Airlines to start Australian flights in December
The Star Alliance member will connect Istanbul to Australia via Asia, with non-stop flights to follow.
Emirates trialling ‘Book the Cook’-style meal pre-orders
The Gulf carrier says it’s all about creating a ‘restaurant in the sky’ experience for its guests.
Fiji Airways now flying non-stop from Canberra to Nadi
Canberrans looking to escape the winter chill are just a single flight away from Pacific island bliss.
Qantas eyes direct flights to Paris, Chicago, Seattle
Qantas is once again name-dropping the trio of international cities for future non-stop flights.
Your complete guide to the SkyTeam alliance
With SkyTeam, one frequent flyer card can be your ticket to earning points and enjoying perks across 19 member airlines.
Government blocks Qatar bid for more Australian flights
The Gulf airline has been denied extra flights to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
Qantas status extension for Platinum frequent flyers
Many of the airline’s most frequent flyers will need 20% fewer status credits to keep their membership and perks to 2024.
Qantas A380 returns to Melbourne-Singapore
Some travellers will enjoy a superjumbo surprise when the A380 soars back for the next two weeks.
British Airways to upgrade A380 first, business class
The superjumbos are here to stay, says BA, which means they’ll be getting a fresh take on business class and first class.
United Airlines pulls back the curtain on latest first class
The Star Alliance carrier plans to roll out the seat across 200 aircraft in the coming years.
Qantas reveals first A220 routes for 2024
Qantas will reshape regional, inter-city domestic and even international flying with the Airbus A220: here’s what you can expect.
Singapore Airlines plans reconfig of ultra-long range A350s
What’s in store for the globe-striding jets?
Singapore Airlines adds more weekly flights to Cairns
The chance of securing a business class ‘throne’ to Singapore is now a little easier thanks to these added flights.
Virgin’s new Boeing 737 MAX business, economy class
The factory-fresh jet reveals an updated take on business and economy seats plus oversized luggage bins.
End of an era: when Qantas, Emirates will retire the A380
Two of the first airlines to fly the superjumbo are now planning ahead for its last flight…
Your guide to the Oneworld airline alliance
From points and perks to partners and more, here’s what you need to know about the Oneworld Alliance.
AMEX slashes Singapore, Emirates rates, adds Qatar Airways
You’ll need more American Express Membership Rewards points to bulk up your Singapore Airlines or Emirates accounts.
