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US reopens to foreign travellers on November 8
Following the statement on September 20 that the Biden administration would welcome these folks back sometime in "early November," the United States stated today that it will formally reopen…
Thailand to reopen wider tourism sector from November
Thailand intends to remove Covid-19 quarantine rules for fully vaccinated visitors from at least ten "low-risk" countries as the tourism industry recovers.
Airlines react to NSW decision to open international borders
Major airlines have reacted quickly to the NSW government's decision to end quarantine for returning Australians, enabling bookings for November, and adding extra flights.
How NSW decision to abolish quarantine will affect other states
NSW will be the first state to accept international travellers without requiring mandatory quarantine.
NSW ends quarantine for fully vaccinated travellers
Beginning next month, the state's border will be open to fully vaccinated Australian residents who will not be required to quarantine in hotels or at home.
The Airbus A380 makes a vibrant return
Without question, one of the businesses most hit by the pandemic has been the airline industry.
Is Australia a big enough market to support another airline?
Bonza promises to be the independent low-cost airline that many Australian consumers have wished for. Still, some are sceptical that the market can support another operator.
Virgin Australia adds three new Gold Coast services
Virgin Australia has launched three new flights between Cairns, Launceston and Hobart, and the Gold Coast as travel confidence improves.
United Airlines’ passenger unruly behaviour caught on TikTok
Unruly passenger behaviour has become all too common in the United States, to the point where lawmakers are taking notice and considering making it a criminal offence.
International travel from Australia could be moved to November 1
The reopening of Australia's borders and the implementation of the home quarantine programme might be fast-tracked to November 1.
Qantas to order more than 100 new jets to replace domestic fleet
Qantas CEO Alan Joyce announced a multi-billion-dollar order for over 100 new aircraft to replace its ageing domestic fleet and new long-haul aircraft to fly nonstop to London and New York.
The Australia NZ burst bubble hits Air New Zealand
Due to stringent COVID restrictions in Auckland, Air New Zealand is operating at less than one-third of its typical domestic capacity.
How Qantas financial stability was boosted by the pandemic
Qantas' relentless, even ruthless approach has enabled it not just to survive the airline industry's greatest crises but become unstoppable in its own market.
New ultra-low-cost airline Bonza to launch in Australia next year
"Bonza" will be Australia's sole independent low-cost airline specialising in regional leisure destinations, with a fleet of Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets equipped with all-economy seats.
Jetstar launches promo fare to Fiji from $199
Fiji's government declared two days ago that it will reopen to Australians in December, and it appears that travelling there has gotten a lot easier thanks to Jetstar.
Qantas confirms nonstop Darwin-London service
When international flights resume on November 14 following the reopening of Australia's border, Qantas has confirmed it will run its flagship direct service from Australia to London via…
Scott Morrison confirms no inbound travel till next year
Foreign tourists seeking to visit Australia for a holiday will have to wait until 2022.
Qantas plans to launch new international routes in 2022
After moving through with plans to begin foreign flights in December, Qantas is set to fly to numerous new international destinations next year.
Ladies and gentlemen, British Airways says no more
After becoming the latest airline to remove the term "ladies and gentlemen" from all onboard announcements, British Airways has been accused of trying to appease the woke brigade.
Volatile international COVID-19 rules may delay recovery
Global airlines concluded their first meeting since COVID-19 brought their business to its knees on Tuesday, expressing confidence about pent-up demand but pleading with governments to…
Qantas operates the longest commercial flight in its history
It took the Qantas plane about 18 hours to get from Buenos Aires to Darwin through the Antarctic coast, and it was the airline's longest commercial journey ever.
Airlines lose nearly $200bn between 2020-22, according to IATA
According to IATA's most recent economic prediction, airlines are expected to lose $51.8 billion this year, continue in the red as an industry next year, and incur collective losses of more…
British Airways’ no nut policy makes travellers NUTS
A recent British Airways flight's suggestion that passengers abstain from consuming peanut or nut snacks was met with outrage from passengers.
Thailand is set to implement controversial ‘tourism fee’ in 2022
The Thai government is forging ahead with a contentious proposal to charge every tourist just for entering Thailand, a move that might hinder Thailand's efforts to rebuild the tourism…
The hurdles with international travel right now
Despite their strong desire to travel, some people are hesitant to fly overseas at this time due to their conflicted thoughts.
Suspension of travel bubble with NZ extended
Professor Paul Kelly, Australia's Chief Medical Officer, issued a statement on New Zealand green zone flights owing to the current COVID-19 outbreak in the country.
Demand soars across the Atlantic as the U.S. reopens
Demand for transatlantic flights has increased since the United States announced plans last week to reopen to fully vaccinated passengers from nations including most of Europe, according to…
Denmark lifts all COVID restrictions
Denmark’s high vaccination rate has enabled it to become one of the first EU countries to lift all domestic restrictions.
Airline passengers to wear masks for two more years
Passengers will have to get used to wearing face masks for the next two years at the very least, according to an Emirates airline official quoted in The National.
Boeing predicts Chinese airlines will buy 8,700 Planes by 2040
According to Boeing's estimates, Chinese airlines will require 8,700 new planes worth $1.47 trillion by 2040 to keep up with the country's growing commercial air travel demand.
QantasLink pilots first to accept two-year salary freeze
As the grounded airline navigates the COVID-19 crisis, approximately 450 regional pilots have become the first large, unionised cohort at Qantas to accept a two-year wage freeze.
Qatar Airways introduces a new unbundled business class fare
When it comes to business class tickets, Qatar Airways is truly the world best and it's changing the contents for existing fare classes and introduced a new class on October 1.
The Delta variant may ruin the travel industry, US airlines warn
Airlines including United, Southwest, and American believe the delta variation is reducing demand.
Emirates to back Airbus A380 to Australia
According to Executive Traveller, Emirates plans to resume its flights to Australia with Airbus A380s following the country's return of international travel.
Qantas and Emirates to extend codeshare to 2028
Emirates and Qantas have extended their codeshare agreement for another five years in order to aid in the recovery from the pandemic.
Qatar Airways loses $4.1bn amid COVID-19 pandemic
Qatar Airways stated on Monday that it lost more than $4 billion in revenue last year as a result of lockdowns induced by the coronavirus outbreak.
Qantas announces second wave of international flights
Qantas intends to resume international flights to the second group of overseas destinations on March 27, 2022, two years after the pandemic-related grounding.
Lewis flew Singapore Airlines business class on her birthday
This Greyhound travelled in business class on Singapore Airlines from Sydney to Europe via Singapore. Lewis, an ex-racing greyhound, "is a graduate of Melbourne's Greyt Greys Rescue," and…
Qantas sells out some overseas flights
Qantas said some of its December foreign flights were already sold out, particularly to London and Los Angeles.
The White House presses airlines to vaccinate employees
At a time when the Biden administration is ramping up pressure on major U.S. airlines to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue are joining United Airlines in demanding…
THAI voted third for cabin crew and fourth for airport services
Thai Airways was voted 3rd place for Worlds Best Airline Cabin Crew and 4th place for Worlds Best Airport Services at the Skytrax 2021 World Airline Awards.
Australia to reopen international border in November
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced that the international border will reopen in November, initially permitting travel for vaccinated citizens and their relatives.
Australians are eager to travel again
According to the newest Inmarsat Passenger Confidence Tracker 2021, Australians appear to be among the world's most eager to return to the skies.
Qantas plans to launch new international routes in 2022
After moving through with plans to begin foreign flights in December, Qantas is set to fly to numerous new international destinations next year.
Rex extends suspension of services and stand downs
Following an extension of lockdown for greater Sydney and regional New South Wales (NSW), Regional Express (Rex) will extend its suspension of domestic services and stand-down period for…
Las Vegas casino workers protest high unemployment
There were thousands of protestors on the Las Vegas Strip last Friday, demanding that employers rehire more of the people who had were lied off due to the coronavirus pandemic the previous…
Oman Air to join Oneworld
A report on Reuters on Sunday stated that Oman Air had decided to apply for membership in the Oneworld Alliance, whose chairman currently is Akbar Al Baker, CEO of Qatar Airways.
Japan opens up to fully vaccinated travellers from October
Japan is finalising plans to reduce the duration of quarantine for those completely immunised against COVID-19 from 14 to 10 days and allow them to immediately self-isolate at home, even if…
Virgin Australia resumes flights to Fiji
There will be daily flights from Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane to Fiji's Nadi Airport in late December, with Virgin Australia joining the list of airlines planning to restart foreign…
Stranded Australians may be offered flights by government
Stranded Australians may be offered seats on additional government-facilitated flights to send as many homes by Christmas as feasible in the coming months.
Qantas updated flight schedule shows interstate travel back on
Qantas has revised its flight schedule as millions of people in Australia's southeast prepare to escape from lengthy COVID lockdowns.
Thailand approves “7+7 Model” visa model
Almost two months after the Phuket Sandbox swung into action the Thai Government has approved the “7+7 Model” yesterday which was first floated a few weeks ago but then got sidetracked due…
Thai tourism business up in arms over renewed delay of reopening
After Thailand postponed the re-opening of major locations to international tourism arrivals again, leading industry stakeholders accused the government of gambling away the country's…
PM commits to open international travel by Christmas
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has backed the federal tourism minister's estimate that foreign travel will resume "at the very least" by Christmas.
U.N. warns the world to wake up
World leaders gathered to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday for the first time since the pandemic era began, bringing a strong diplomatic agenda and a blunt warning from the…
Australian airports ready to facilitate international travel
The Australian government has allocated $64 million in vital overseas passenger security screening at Australia's key international airports as aviation continues its COVID-19 comeback.
British Airways operates first carbon neutral flight
For the first time, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) was used on a British Airways passenger flight.
United CEO: a ‘handful’ of staff resigned over vaccine mandate
Scott Kirby, CEO of United Airlines, said he is aware of less than ten employees who have left in protest of the airline's vaccine policy.
THAI sells more planes as part of its financial restructure
Cash-strapped Thai Airways International (THAI) is selling three aeroplanes and a flight simulator as part of its financial restructuring efforts and ongoing efforts to modernise its ageing…
Airline sector relieved over lifting of US travel ban
There was a sigh of relief from the worldwide aviation industry, which had been given a crippling blow by the pandemic when the United States decided to withdraw its ban on arriving visitors…
Qatar Airways to launch new Recaro seats for long haul economy
Qatar Airways has already ordered Recaro's revolutionary long-haul Economy Class seat, which will be the first to use it.
Federal government aid for international aviation to continue
Another $184 million will be given to international aviation by the federal government until March 2022 to help the industry weather the current economic downturn.
Australia takes a significant step on vaccine passports
The Morrison government has awarded a contract for new digital passenger declarations to international IT company Accenture, a major step towards the establishment of a vaccine passport for…
NSW trialling home quarantine for vaccinated travellers
The first signs of quarantine in Australia after the country reaches its vaccination targets have been revealed in an NSW pilot 'at home' programme.
Bangkok opening delayed until October 15
Thailand started allowing international visitors to enter Phuket on July 1st (Sandbox), and Koh Samui joined the programme two weeks later (Samui+). Since then, some new areas have been…
Qantas, Jetstar launch promo as states set to reopen
Jetstar and Qantas have launched a promo to entice travellers back to the skies as New South Wales and Victoria get ready to reopen.
Air NZ and Airbus test hydrogen-powered aircraft
Air New Zealand has teamed up with aircraft manufacturer Airbus to investigate the feasibility of adding hydrogen-powered passenger planes to its fleet by 2030.
Emirates takes steps to reverse the epidemic of job losses
Emirates has started a global recruitment drive to hire 3,000 cabin crew and 500 airport services staff at its Dubai hub over the next six months.
Air NZ to operate quarantine flights between Australia and NZ
Air New Zealand announced on Friday (17 September) that it will operate a limited number of quarantine flights between Australia and New Zealand.
Miami International trials Covid-19 detector dogs
Miami International has become the first airport in the US to trial the use of dogs to detect Covid-19.
Emirates carries over 1.2 million passengers
Over the summer travel months of July and August, Emirates handled nearly 1.2 million customers at its hub, compared to 402,000 customers during the same period in 2020, highlighting the…
Qantas website international flight searchers spike
Searches for flights on Qantas' website have tripled, indicating that Australians are eager to return to international travel.
Airlines may stop flights to Australia ahead of restart
Unfortunately, Australia has a government that is unable to take well thought and planned decisions that would make the country move on and give a little breath to the ailing aviation and…
In Italy, unvaccinated people cannot fly or take the train
Even amid less active coronavirus cases in Italy, the government has mandated vaccine passports, or “green passes,” for all domestic flights and trains, as well as universities.
Bill Gates takes control of Four Seasons Hotels
Bill Gates' investment firm Cascades recently purchased a controlling stake in Four Seasons Hotels for a staggering US$2.21 billion from Saudi Arabia-based Kingdom Holding, as Reuters…
Border closure have bought the travel industry on its knees
Australians are finding it impossible to plan their vacations because of lockdowns and border closures, and one tour operator has lost $400k in just three months because of the closures and…
Singapore Airlines suspends services to Australia
Singapore Airlines blamed the cancellation of dozens of pre-Christmas flights on a lack of clarity from the Australian government on international travel.
Trans-Tasman bubble may reopen next year, but not the same as before
Experts say the trans-Tasman bubble is unlikely to reopen as Australia battles the highly contagious Delta variant.
How will the vaccine passport work in each state and overseas?
Vaccine passports will be issued to adults who have been fully vaccinated by the federal government in the coming weeks, as promised by cabinet ministers.
Ban for international travel to be dropped as early as November
A federal ban on Australians leaving the country will be lifted as early as November, as part of plans to end an unusual travel restriction and embrace a "vaccine passport" to allow…
ACCC denies approval for Qantas-Japan Airlines deal
As international travel resumes, Australia's Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) denied Qantas Airways and Japan Airlines permission to coordinate flights between the two countries.
Canada opens up for fully vaccinated travellers
The government of Canada welcomed fully vaccinated foreign nationals back to Canadian soil last week as frustrated families on both sides of the Canada-US border urged Congress to find out…
The Singapore-Australia travel bubble ready by year-end
Australia's vaccination rates are on the rise despite a string of lockdowns and Delta outbreaks.
Check-in will be required in NSW pubs and restaurants
The NSW government is working on an update to the Service NSW app which combines QR code check-ins with vaccination status, so the fully vaccinated can easily check into venues.
Qantas reaffirms airline will ban unvaccinated travellers
Qantas CEO Alan Joyce has reiterated that unvaccinated passengers will be barred from international flights when borders reopen, which he hopes will be in December.
QantasLink to offer in-flight entertainment
QantasLink will soon offer all passengers complimentary in-flight entertainment options for the first time, as the regional carrier begins to roll out access through the new Qantas…
How September 11 changed air travel
Saturday marked the 20th anniversary of the terrorist event that forever changed air travel, and I thought what better way to commemorate this day than by remembering what air travel was…
Philippine Airlines: No more job cuts in path to recovery plan
No further job cuts are planned, according to Philippine Airlines president Gilbert Santa Maria, as the flag carrier bets on the return of passengers and steady growth in cargo flights,…
Air New Zealand opens lounges and boosts schedule
Air New Zealand has increased its schedule, reopened some airport lounges, and resumed valet services as the country enters Alert Level 2 restrictions in response to a reduction in the…
Abu Dhabi opens to vaccinated travellers
Fully vaccinated travellers (with vaccines approved by the World Health Organisation) can arrive from all international destinations without the need to quarantine.
UAE Covid cases down 62% from January
From January to August of this year, the number of Covid-19 cases in the UAE decreased by 62%.
July passengers number up but still below pre-pandemic numbers
According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), both international and domestic travel demand increased significantly in July 2021 when compared to June, but demand remained…
Qatar Airways launches sale from $1,399 to London and more
Award-winning Qatar Airways has taken the lead to launch a six-day sale leading up the potential re-opening of the international borders in December.
Australia vaccine passports ready within weeks
Australians will begin using an international vaccine passport within weeks to prove their immunisation status overseas and on their return as the Prime Minister flags home quarantine will…
Here is Qantas’ new international flight schedule
Qantas has published the first international flights on Monday, December 20, 2021, resuming service after a whopping 21 months of absence.
Singapore Airlines launches quarantine-free flights from Germany
Customers who are fully vaccinated in Singapore and Germany will soon be able to travel between the two countries quarantine-free on Singapore Airlines, thanks to the new Vaccinated Travel…
Australia potential travel bubble with the UK and US by Christmas
Australia could have travel bubbles with the UK, US, Singapore and Japan once the nation's 80 per cent COVID-19 vaccine target is achieved.
Spelling error leads to tourist’s arrest in Hawaii
According to Hawaii court documents, a 24-year-old Illinois woman submitted a fake COVID-19 vaccination card to visit Hawaii with a glaring spelling error that led to her arrest: Moderna was…
Hotel quarantine could be soon a thing of the past
When vaccination rates reach the 80 percent target on the nation's reopening plan, Australians could be quarantined at home for as little as a week, according to a leading epidemiologist.
Thailand drives reopening despite spiking Covid-19 cases
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has confirmed a further extension to its reopening plans with the Phuket Sandbox 7+7 programme.
Trans-Tasman bubble likely to change
Greg Foran, the CEO of Air New Zealand, has stated that he is confident that international travel will resume early next year, but that the trans-Tasman bubble will likely change.
Etihad CEO Says The A380 Doesn’t Make Economic Sense
Airlines have been reviewing their fleet of widebody aircraft since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Emirates accelerates the last A380 deliveries
Emirates has been and will continue to be the A380's most important customer for many years.
Qantas CEO: A380 ‘perfect’ to meet pent-up demand for flying
As the Delta variant forces governments around the world to reintroduce coronavirus travel restrictions, global aviation is still struggling to recover from the pandemic.
Virgin Australia puts one million seats on sale
Virgin Australia has launched a sale with booking availability for travel until June next year, sale fares can be booked to popular destinations from now until midnight this Friday, or until…
Fiji Airways to resume Australia flights by December 2021
Fiji Airways intends to resume flights to Australia "before Christmas" in 2021.
Virgin hits 100K+ entries for VA-X & WIN competition
Virgin Australia has had its largest competition entry day on record last Thursday following the opening of the airline’s VA-X & Win COVID-19 vaccination jackpot on Wednesday.
Rex postpones jet deliveries until lockdowns ends
Regional Express has postponed the delivery of four additional jet aircraft to fly between major cities, citing the travel industry as too volatile to continue its domestic market expansion…
Australia extends international travel ban to December 2021
Australia's borders will remain closed and most international travel will be prohibited until 17 December 2021.
Qantas considering launching point flights to Singapore, UK & US
Australians may soon be able to use their frequent flyer points to book a flight to Singapore, London or Los Angeles on Qantas.
IATA calls for EU’s digital COVID passport to be applied globally
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) praised the European Commission for delivering the EU Digital COVID Certificate (EU DCC) in record time and urged countries around the…
There is a new world’s busiest airport
For the first time ever, Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport has been named the world's busiest international airport, according to aviation data analysts OAG.
NSW to halve international arrivals and flights from next week
New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian has indicated that international travel will resume once 80 percent of residents are fully protected, with the state "leading the nation" in the…
Qantas plans international lounges reopening
Qantas has announced plans to reopen its international flagship lounges in Singapore, London, and Los Angeles in preparation for the resumption of Qantas international flights in December.
British Airways plan to launch of low-cost subsidiarity
British Airways is planning to launch a new low-cost airline for Europe, allowing it to compete with the continent's two leading budget carriers.
UAE reopens tourist visa applications for fully vaccinated
The decision applies to all citizens, including those arriving from previously banned countries.
It turns out you don’t need the ‘right’ vaccine to visit America
An Australian newsreader based in Tel Aviv has urged Australians to get the widely available AstraZeneca Covid vaccine, claiming that it will not limit their international travel.
Virgin Australia launches vaccine incentive competition
Virgin Australia's COVID-19 vaccination incentive programme is ready to go, with "stacks of prizes up for grab."
Some countries have set a vaccine ‘expiry date’ For travellers
Many fully vaccinated travellers may be denied entry into certain countries. Austria and Croatia are the first two countries in Europe to give vaccination status an expiry date.
What the future of flying looks like post lockdown
Comes Christmas, it may be cheaper to go and visit friends and relatives in London than flying from Sydney to Perth “provided the state opens its border”.
Air NZ will operate solely Dreamliner’s on long-haul routes
Air New Zealand is retiring its Boeing 777-300 fleet as it seeks to simplify its long-haul fleet in the post-pandemic era.
Delta Air Lines to charge unvaccinated employees $200 per month
Delta Air Lines will charge employees on the company health plan $200 per month if they do not get COVID-19 vaccinated, a policy the airline's top executive says is necessary because the…
Qantas, Air New Zealand report unprecedented losses
Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, the two largest South Pacific carriers, have reported disappointing earnings for the full year of 2020.
Virgin wants mandatory vaccination of frontline employees
Virgin Australia, like Qantas, wants all frontline workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by mid-November.
Venice set to charge tourists for entry
According to the Italian newspaper La Stampa, Venice plans to charge visitors for admission and set quotas beginning in the summer of 2022.
Emirates increases services across Europe
As demand grows, Emirates has announced the resumption of routes across its European network.
Virgin expands its fleet and plans for the Boeing 737 Max
Virgin Australia will add nine additional Boeing 737-800 aircraft to its mainline fleet beginning in October of this year.
More than 20 airlines have said “C-ya” to Sydney
The border closure has taken its toll on Australian aviation, with Sydney losing more than 20 airlines since the outbreak began.
Qantas reveals international travel start date
According to Qantas, flights to Singapore, the United States, Japan, and the United Kingdom are expected to resume in mid-December, while flights to Bali and Thailand will resume in April of…
Hong Kong and Singapore travel bubble burst indefinitely
The governments of Hong Kong and Singapore have decided to abandon plans for the long-delayed Air Travel Bubble (ATB) between the two cities.
Bali postpones opening in September
After several attempts to reopen, due to an increase in Covid-19 cases on the island, mostly among unvaccinated locals, Bali and Indonesia have postponed plans to reopen tourism.
Korean Air is retiring all Airbus A380s and Boeing 747-8s
Korean Air has announced the end of the long-haul quad-jet era, with the retirement of the Airbus A380 and Boeing 747-8.
Asian airlines report high Covid-19 vaccination uptake among crew
As everyone’s in the region wait for the tight pandemic-related border controls to be relaxed, Asian airlines are reporting high vaccination take-up rates among pilots and cabin crew.
Disney requires U.S. employees vaccinated
The Walt Disney Company announced last week that it requires all salaried and non-union hourly employees in the US to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 by the end of September.
ITA-Alitalia charters an Airbus A330 to start operations
The first aircraft of Italia Trasporto Aereo to start operations is "Il Tintoretto", the Airbus A330 of over nine years provisionally borrowed from Alitalia to be used in test flights to…
Testing delays prompt for rapid antigen testing kits
With wait times for COVID-19 test results reaching days in some cases, questions about whether Australia will soon be able to implement rapid testing tools are resurfacing.
Is it safe to travel during the variant spread?
Travel would feel safer now than it did last year, with a growing number of people immunised against Covid-19.
Virgin Australia to offer more value in economy
Virgin Australia has launched three new economy fares today: Economy Choice, Economy Flex, and Economy Lite, each with its own set of booking options.
Qantas mandates Covid-19 vaccination for all staff
Qantas will require all of its employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, as the debate about mandatory vaccination in Australian workplaces intensifies.
Malaysia plans to implement bubble in Langkawi
The Malaysian government is now looking into implementing a tourism bubble in Langkawi.
How the pandemic is changing aviation forever
It is astonishing that an airline flies still because of what has happened.
New Zealand goes into lockdown
New Zealand has returned to full lockdown from midnight on Tuesday for the first time since March 2020, now that infection with the delta variant of the coronavirus has been identified.
Air Canada ready to implement new vaccination policy
Air Canada is getting ready to implement a new vaccination policy.
Qantas Frequent Flyer spent millions on A380 seats
Qantas frequent flyers have spent millions of dollars in points to purchase items sold in the airline's first points auction.
Canada will require all travellers to be vaccinated
Canada plans to impose a new vaccine mandate on passengers and workers in the federally regulated air, rail and cruise ship sectors.
Airline travellers demand global Covid-19 travel pass
Airline passengers are fed up with confusion at airports due to Covid-19 health checks and want to see a unified global system put in place.
Qantas reveals virtual travel experience from the ground
The airline industry saw a significant increase in passenger traffic this summer, as many passengers were eager to travel, in contrast to last year when many passengers were forced to…
Airlines are banning fabric and vented masks
In January this year, multiple European countries banned cloth face masks in an attempt to stem the spread of more transmissible strains of the coronavirus.
How has the pandemic changed business travel
Of the millions of people clogging airport security lines, passport control and gate areas, one crowd is still largely missing: business travellers.
Will Australians need vaccine ID to do fun things?
Are Australians ready to show vaccine ID if they want to go out on the town when summer begins?
Rex to let go up to 500 staff as lockdown continues
Rex has announced it will stand down staff and lose more money in fiscal 2021 than previously expected as a result of COVID lockdowns in Australia’s biggest states, NSW and Vic.
US airlines feel Delta variant impact
Only a few weeks ago, several US airline executives suggested that the Delta variant of the Covid-19 would have little impact on domestic air travel demand.
Italy and France first countries in EU to embrace virus passes
Last week, a new COVID-19 certification rule went into effect in Italy as part of the government's plan to rein in a summer surge in infections.
Qantas Health Pass: Will we need one when the bubble resumes?
Qantas has confirmed it will introduce a digital health pass that would show passengers are Covid-free and fit to fly when regular international travel returns.
New Zealand opening to vaccinated travellers in early 2022
New Zealand plans to allow vaccinated travellers from low-risk countries to enter quarantine-free beginning in early 2022.
Hawaiian Airlines to mandate vaccinations for U.S.-based staff
Hawaiian Airlines has informed its US employees that they will be required to be vaccinated against Covid-19, making it the third major carrier to do so in less than a week.
Heathrow reports first sign of travel recovery
A further easing of travel restrictions throughout July has resulted in a 74 per cent increase in passenger numbers at Heathrow compared to the same month last year.
Qantas offers frequent flyer status extension
Top-tier Qantas frequent fliers can avoid the dreaded downgrade after the airline announced they will be able to keep their status for an additional year by booking one eligible flight.
SIA and Scoot receive highest rating for COVID-19 airline safety
Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Scoot, the two passenger airlines within the SIA Group, have been awarded the highest 5-Star rating in the Skytrax COVID-19 airline safety audit, the carriers…
Europe may close borders to Americans
The European Union is meeting this week, and one of the topics on the agenda is whether Americans should be allowed to cross the borders of the 27 member countries.
Airlines offer perks to keep grounded elite flyers on board
From wellness workshops to dinner with a celebrity chef and flights to nowhere, Asia's big international airlines are working hard to keep their most lucrative customers engaged as the…
How countries are learning to Live with COVID
The mantra is becoming increasingly consistent: we must learn to live with the virus.
International aviation sector may well leave Australia behind
Brisbane Airport’s CEO has said international airlines “may well leave Australia behind” as vaccinated nations begin to remove COVID restrictions now.
The US aviation regulator calls to get tough on air rage
The top aviation regulator in the United States has proposed that local police across the country file more charges against unruly airline passengers and that airports restrict alcohol…
Travellers fined for trying to enter Canada with fake COVID paper
Two people who gave false information about their COVID-19 vaccination status to authorities while trying to enter Toronto from the U.S. have just been slapped with very expensive penalties.
American CEO explains why his airline is not requiring vaccinations
In the wake of United Airlines announcing new policies for mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations of employees, American Airlines CEO Doug Parker said there’s a simple reason why he’s not requiring…
Air travellers struggling with new travel rules
According to a recent IATA passenger survey, most air travellers are confident in the safety of air travel and support the use of masks in the near term.
Doha international airport named “Best Airport in the World”
Doha Hamad International Airport (HIA) has been named "Best Airport in the World" at the prestigious Skytrax World Airport Awards 2021.
‘On top of the world’: Emirates new ad terrifying stunt
Emirates' jaw-dropping advertising stunt has certainly piqued people's interest, but those who are afraid of heights should avoid watching.
United Airlines will require employees to be vaccinated
United Airlines announced Friday that it will require all employees to be vaccinated against the coronavirus as a condition of employment.
US won’t lift travel restrictions due to spread of Delta variant
Restrictions that have barred much of the world's population from visiting the United States since 2020 will not be lifted in the short term, according to the White House.
Government strips travel exemption for Australian’s living abroad
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says the National Cabinet has agreed in principle on vaccine targets for the country's four-phase plan to recover from the pandemic.
American Airlines cancels 300 flights, most due to pilot shortage
American Airlines had to cancel nearly 300 flights only by early last week, mostly due to a lack of pilots, the Associated Press reported.
European Commission moves closer to Schengen Visa rollout
The European Commission has outlined new rules for the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS).
Qatar Airways grounds 13 Airbus A350s
Qatar Airways grounded 13 Airbus A350s on Thursday due to fuselages “degrading at an accelerated rate” in the long-range aircraft, escalating a months-long dispute with the European…
Flight Attendant ‘Threatened’ Tiktoker to be thrown off a plane
TikToker Sierra Steadman was dressed as what she thought was a plain Jane when she boarded an Alaska Airlines plane — until a flight attendant told her to get off because of her outfit.
Passenger duct-taped to seat for assaulting flight attendants
A 22-year-old passenger of Frontier Airlines is facing three misdemeanour charges for battery after he allegedly groped and assaulted flight attendants while the plane was in the air.
Darwin Airport to process all arrival repatriation flights
The Northern Territory government has reached an agreement to process all arriving repatriation flights at Darwin International Airport (DIA).
Air NZ flags big revenue loss from bubble pause
Air New Zealand has forecast a bigger financial hit after New Zealand suspended its travel bubble with Australia.
Boeing reports increasing profits in the second quarter
Boeing reported $17 billion in revenue for the second quarter, owing to increased demand for commercial aircraft.
Patiently waiting until 2022 to take my big trip…maybe
Australia’s international border has been closed for the past 18 months, if anyone wants to travel overseas right now needs clearance by the Home Department to leave with a valid reason,…
Qantas and Jetstar to stand down 2500 frontline staff
Due to the COVID outbreak in Sydney and restrictions lockdown and border closures in all other states and territories will see around 2500 Qantas and Jetstar front line staff stood down.
Australian Airlines receive another lifeline
To avoid another round of job losses, Australian airlines will be able to claim $750 per week for half of their pilots and flight attendants.
United Airlines let passengers pre-order food before flights
United Airlines announced a new option for passengers to pre-order food, snacks, and beverages online up to five days before their scheduled flight.
EU pressures Cathay Pacific to restart flights or lose slots
Cathay Pacific could be at risk of losing runway slots in Europe if local travel restrictions are not eased.
Etihad to rehire staff laid off during the start of the pandemic
Etihad Airways is preparing to rehire some of the thousands of employees it laid off during the pandemic.
Brisbane quarantine hub receives green light
Queensland Deputy Premier Steven Miles has welcomed the news that the proposed quarantine site on Commonwealth land near Brisbane Airport has been deemed a viable option, adding that it must…
Toronto airport to line up arrivals by vaccination status
Canada is not open for tourists; only essential travel is allowed.
The delta variant in countries with zero or “almost zero” cases
The spread of the Delta variant is putting a strain on the contagion containment strategies of some of the countries that had managed to minimize the circulation of the SARS-CoV-2…
Scott Morrison announces target to COVID-19 freedom
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced that a national COVID-19 vaccination target of 80% will be required for Australia to reopen and remove crippling pandemic restrictions.
Qantas sells old business class seats
Were you a Qantas frequent Business class flyer and aficionado? Stretching out on an A380 business class Skybed must rank as one of the highlights of a long-haul flight.
UK’s summer travel takes off but nothing like pre-COVID
With British schools now closed for the summer, airports and airlines were looking a tad more normal on Saturday, although the number of families heading off for warmer climes remains way…
Etihad rolls out IATA Travel Pass to seven destination
Following successful trials, Etihad Airways has expanded the IATA Travel Pass to flights between Abu Dhabi and seven additional destinations on its network.
IATA warns testing costs may deter travellers
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on governments to ensure that high costs for Covid-19 testing do not put travel out of reach for individuals and families.
Back to the future? Airline sector poised to change post-COVID-19
As they look beyond the pandemic, airlines need to grapple with five new realities—and devise strategies to adapt.
Qantas to launch ‘Digital Health Pass’ for international flights
Qantas will soon launch TravelPass, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) 'digital health' smartphone app for international flights, with the ability to store and present proof…
Heathrow Airport to introduce a GBP5 passenger drop-off charge
Heathrow Airport is making a desperate attempt to recoup more than £2 billion in lost revenue from the pandemic by instituting a £5 drop-off fee for passengers arriving by car or taxi.
Rex considering legal options against Qantas
Regional Express is considering legal action to combat what it believes is capacity dumping and predatory pricing by Qantas on the carrier's now grounded domestic routes and core regional…
Funding shortfall for would be newest Australian airline “Brad”
Would-be Australian airline “Brad” is struggling to gain traction.
