Creditors of Thai Airways approve reorganization plan
Thai Airways creditors give the airline one more chance to re-organise its business and return to profitability.
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After the Covid blow, Virgin expands its flight schedule
Virgin will be running 700 extra flights across Australia by October, including on five new routes focused on the country's north.
Qantas announces USD1.5 billion loss
In a trading update on Thursday morning, Qantas revealed that it was preparing to see an annual loss of more than AUD2 billion (USD1.5 billion) in the 2021 financial year, following its…
United Airlines considered designating cabins for vaccinated pax
United Airlines chief executive Scott Kirby says the airline actively considered introducing a separate cabin on its planes where only vaccinated passengers would be allowed to sit.
Heathrow could dedicate an entire terminal for ‘red list’ arrival
Heathrow Airport is said to be in talks with the British government to transform an entire terminal into a specialist facility that will only handle passengers arriving from COVID-19…
Heathrow boss ‘concerned’ border force won’t cope with reopening
Heathrow's chief executive has said he is "deeply concerned" the UK's Border Force will not be able to cope with additional COVID checks if all foreign travel resumed on 17 May.
Bad behaviour on planes drawing bigger fines in the US
US regulators are imposing big fines on passengers who behave badly and flout rules, including refusing to wear masks on board.
Demand for charter services remains strong
Air charter demand will remain “consistently strong this year” despite Covid-19, according to ACC Aviation, a leading aviation consultancy firm.
Thailand government “not obliged to save THAI”
There is no commitment to a state bailout in Thai Airways International debt rehabilitation plan, according to a source close to people conducting the process.
UK traffic-light system for international travel and how it works
What do the green, amber, and red lists mean for travellers, and which countries are designated green?
AU government under pressure to reopen international border
Prime Minister Scott Morrison is under growing pressure to outline a plan to gradually reopen the international borders. The pressure is starting to ramp up from governments, health experts…
Qantas supermoon ‘flight to nowhere’ breaks record sell out
Tickets for the trip sold out in two and a half minutes, and a waitlist was created following the sell-out but has since been closed, Qantas wrote.
The Australasian hotel industries greatest challenge – skilled manpower
Adelaide SkyCity recently hosted the 12th AHICE (Australasian Hotel Industry Conference & Exhibition) with leading industry experts at the most prestigious hotel conference in…
Vaccinated travellers won’t be allowed to fly due to blood-clot
Last week rumours that vaccinated people will be barred from flying because of blood-clot fears were circulating on social media.
Thailand air travel is estimated to drop by 38% in 2021
Aeronautical Radio of Thailand (Aerothai) has lowered its estimates of total domestic and international air travel in 2021 to 323,093 flights, a 38% reduction from its 518,790 flights…
Singapore – heading to another lockdown?
With the rise in new COVID-19 clusters in Singapore, the island nation might be heading back into another round of lockdown to control the spread of the virus.
Virgin Australia updates short-haul international network
After the federal budget released last week and the shifting projection of the opening of the international border, Virgin Australia also announced changes to its short-haul international.
Will it be a hot summer for U.S. airlines?
Now the U.S. airline executives believe the worst of the pandemic is behind us. But is it really?
Airline revival hopes blighted by slow recovery
It says something about the depth of the airline industry’s troubles that even an extra $9 billion in losses this year would leave the industry significantly healthier than in 2020.
Singapore Airlines boosts revenue with plane deal
Singapore has been keen to reopen its borders to help bolster an economy that fell into recession in 2020.
COVID-19 outbreak closes Changi Airport to public
Changi Airport in Singapore will cut public access to all its terminals and the Jewel shopping centre following an outbreak of COVID-19 cases there.
IATA data suggests air travel bouncing back
New data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) suggests that while air travel numbers are still down, they are bouncing back.
Japanese airlines eye low-cost to drive post-pandemic growth
Japan's two major airlines are positioning themselves to take advantage of any upturn with a punt on low-cost services.
Qantas delays resumption of international flights
Qantas has pushed back the restart date for most of its international network after the federal budget revealed Australia's border will likely remain shut until the middle of next year.
Qantas launches supermoon scenic flight
Qantas will hold a one-off flight giving passengers the best view of this month’s rare supermoon and full lunar eclipse combo.
Qantas CEO warns Australia could become a ‘hermit state’
Qantas boss Alan Joyce has conceded the airline may not be able to restart international flights again by October as he had hoped but warned Australia risks becoming a “hermit state” if its…
A woman assaults flight attendant as did not pick up her trash
A passenger onboard an American Airlines flight from Miami to New York JFK had to be restrained and was arrested on arrival on Sunday after allegedly attacking and assaulting a flight…
Flights and holidays cost surge in UK to countries on green list
Under the latest traffic light scheme, the UK government confirmed a ‘green list' of quarantine-free travel destinations on Friday.
Australia’s border will remain shut until at least 2022
Australia's border will stay shut until at least 2022, Treasurer Josh Frydenberg says.
Thailand, 47% of hotels expected to close in the next three months
According to a recent survey of Thailand's hotel industry, nearly half of all hotels could close in under three months.
Seychelles tightens restrictions as coronavirus cases surge
Seychelles has temporarily placed limits on social gatherings following a spike in the number of coronavirus cases on the islands.
Australia could soon be featured on UK’s ‘Green List’
Australia and New Zealand are lining up for a slot on the UK's so-called 'Green List' for approval travel as part of a plan to gradually reopen the UK's borders, according to the head of…
New Zealand reinstates COVID-19 travel bubble with NSW
Following the detection of two COVID-19 cases in Sydney last Thursday, New Zealand decided to temporarily suspend quarantine-free travel.
Qantas to launch new routes and increase flights in Adelaide
Adelaide will be the home base of five Embraer E190 aircraft as Qantas continues to boost domestic flights in response to growing leisure and corporate travel demand.
Etihad Airways ‘no plans’ to restrict travel vaccinated pax
Etihad Airways has no plans to restrict travel to only those who have been fully vaccinated against coronavirus.
ACCC seeks to block Qantas, Japan Airlines alliance
The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has decided against a proposed joint business agreement between Qantas and Japan Airlines, saying the alliance "breaches…
Virgin Australia reveals the 2020 appalling result
Virgin Australia lost AUD3.1 billion last year and remains saddled with AUD1.2 billion of debt it carried into administration, according to filings with the corporate regulator.
Qantas to keep HQ in Sydney, Jetstar head office in Melborne
Qantas has committed to keeping its headquarters in Sydney and the Jetstar office in Melbourne following a property footprint review.
Malaysia Airlines retires the Airbus A380 fleet in coming months
Malaysia Airlines has become the latest in a string of airlines to ditch the Airbus A380.
Federer teams up with DeNiro for a new Switzerland tourism ad
Tennis great Roger Federer recently named the new brand ambassador for Switzerland Tourism, and Hollywood legend Robert DeNiro have teamed up to film a rather witty promotion ad for…
US airlines scrap flexible travel waiver
As travel rebounds in the US, airlines are starting to scrap the flexibility on ticket conditions that they had introduced during the peak of the pandemic to protect their clients from…
US travel rebound millions of people board planes
The United States set another record for the number of air travellers since the coronavirus pandemic set in, although passenger numbers remain far below 2019 levels.
Italy opens to international tourism within the EU
Italy is ready to welcome the world again, tourism will come back strong.
Emirates might need to raise cash unless air travel picks up
Emirates may need to raise more cash this year, possibly through another equity injection from the Dubai government, if demand for air travel does not pick up soon, its president said on…
ANA debuts world’s first hands-free lavatory doors
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has partnered with JAMCO Corporation to develop the world’s first hands-free door that allows easy access to lavatories on its aircraft.
Jetstar launches sale where travellers can snap up free return
Jetstar has launched a flash sale offering jetsetters flights across Australia for as little as AUD55 and the chance to snap up return flights for free.
Netflix’s stars fined for behaving ‘disgracefully’ on BA flight
The star of a Netflix show told a British Airways crew member 'do you know who my mum is?" on a flight to Heathrow Airport, a court heard.
Fully vaccinated Americans can visit Europe this summer
Americans who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 should be able to travel to Europe by summer.
Rex seeks to stimulate demand with Melbourne-Sydney fare sale
Regional Express (Rex) has gatecrashed the country’s busiest domestic airline route between Sydney and Melbourne.
Virgin Australia launches unprecedented sales on Sydney-Melbourne
Virgin Australia has launched unprecedented low fare sales between Australia’s two largest cities.
Trans-Tasman travel bubble ends dry spell of tourism
The much-hyped Australia-New Zealand travel bubble could pull the lever on a multi-billion-dollar jackpot for both countries.
Former airline boss fined for refusing crew menstrual leave
A former South Korean airline boss has been fined for refusing to let flight crew take their legally enshrined menstrual leave.
Brisbane Airport not pointing fingers over ‘innocent mistake’
Brisbane Airport isn’t laying blame for the “human error” that led to two red-zone passengers – one who later tested positive for Covid-19 – roaming about the green zone for two hours on…
Thailand’s latest quarantine blooper puts tourism in jeopardy
Thailand has made overnight changes without any advanced warning, to end shortened quarantine, vaccinated or not, and is returning to a full 14-day quarantine.
Ways airlines can boost travellers’ confidence as travel resumes
As vaccines arrive, the world emerges from its collective hibernation.
Boy wins EUR 65,000 payout from Turkish Airlines over spilt tea burn
A boy has won a EUR65,000 payout from Turkish Airlines after he was left with a permanent scar on his right thigh after being scolded by hot tea that was knocked out of his hand by a member…
AU government funded half-price tickets 600,000 sold in 3 weeks
Last month, the Australian Government announced a $1.2 billion tourism support package which included 800,000 half-price airfares, helping a record number of Australians enjoy a holiday at…
What are cruise lines doing to stay afloat during the pandemic
In recent days, cruise lines also have announced plans for comeback sailings from such unorthodox cruise hubs as Nassau, Bahamas, and Haifa, Israel.
American Airlines recalls flight attendants as demand increases
American Airlines will start recalling flight attendants who took extended voluntary leaves of absence in preparation for a busy summer season the airline said on Thursday.
Virgin Australia launches a sales blitz for airfares to Melbourne
Virgin Australia has just launched a sales blitz with fares to Melbourne only starting at $75 including baggage, seat selection and frequent flyer points.
Airlines changes we didn’t see coming before the pandemic
There has been a lot of talk about the retirement of the iconic A380 with some major airlines already announced the aircraft retirement, either permanent or temporary.
Comedian shocked to find his Qantas ticket costs $1 billion!
Comedian Dave O'Neil got the shock of his life when he bought a Qantas ticket 'with extra leg room' for a Melbourne to Perth flight, and the price came up as $1billion.
Air New Zealand’s busiest day since Covid-19 started
There were big smiles under the masks last Friday, as Air New Zealand had their busiest day of flying since Covid-19 closed the borders.
Fancy a voyage on the biggest cruise ship? You can now book it!
This will be a big event for cruise fans! The first voyages of the biggest cruise ship ever built are now available for booking.
Slow vaccine rollout in Australia affect the country reopening
Australia has only vaccinated less than 3 percent of the populations.
NSW Premier calls health minister border claims “rubbish.”
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has derided the federal health minister's warning that mass vaccination won't lead to the borders opening as "the biggest load of rubbish I ever heard".
Authorities confident that NZ bubble will not burst
An Auckland Airport worker who has tested positive for Covid-19 cleans planes from high-risk "red-zone countries", and had been fully vaccinated, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says.
Qantas remains confident its fleet of Airbus A380’s will return
Whilst airline chiefs across the world are saying that there is no future for the A380 to return into service, Qantas feels confident that the superjumbo will return.
Australians could be travelling overseas by the end of the year
Scott Morrison says vaccinated Australians could be able to travel overseas and skip hotel quarantine by the end of the year.
This major cruise line just announced plans to restart
One of the world’s biggest cruise lines, MSC Cruises, announced on Thursday it would resume operations with more than half its fleet over the next three months, but not in Australia though!
Maldives to offer vaccine on arrival and relaxed testing rules
Effective today, all travellers arriving with proof of covid-19 vaccination are now able to enter without testing requirements too.
Vaccinated travellers could return home without quarantine
The government is making plans that could see vaccinated Australians travel without needing expensive hotel quarantine.
Virgin Australia shapes growth strategies to aid tourism recovery
Virgin Australia Group has announced fast-tracked plans to acquire new aircraft, create more frontline jobs and grow its network to further support domestic tourism.
Influencer pleads guilty for threatening to blow up plane when asked to pay for wine
On Wednesday, Hannah Lee Pierson, 31, pleaded guilty to a charge of disorderly behaviour disruptive conduct at a Christchurch court over the November 7, 2020, inflight incident.
Qantas plans to resume international flights in October on track
The October 31 resumption date remains over five months away. But as airlines everywhere have learned, a lot can change in five months.
New IATA chief insists Covid travel measures should be temporary
New IATA director general Willie Walsh has called for all restrictions and constraints on international air travel to be removed as quickly as the public health situation allows, as the…
Virgin Australia brings back hundreds of cabin crew
Hundreds of cabin crew are needed after Virgin Australia negotiated the reintroduction of 10 Boeing 737-800 planes with aircraft lessors.
Vaccination will not guarantee we can start international travel
Overseas travel could be off the cards for Australians even after Covid-19 vaccines are rolled out across the country.
Virgin and Alliance partnership gets the OK from the ACCC
Virgin Australia and Alliance Airlines have received the green light from the consumer watchdog to expand their partnership to cover 41 regional domestic routes and two short-range…
Will this be the new way of international travel?
More countries are beginning to plan to open their international borders and new systems have been unveiled that make departure and arrivals very structured and organised.
Singapore opens up international travel with digital apps
With these travel passes, results are more trusted, which allows nations like Singapore greater peace of mind that the health status a traveller claims, is genuine.
The airline industry’s recovery still has long way to go
Recent trends show the industry is beginning to recover from the pandemic particularly in the US where the vaccination has been very aggressive without delays.
How will the vaccine crisis affect border openings?
No one can dare say that Australian’s will be able to travel overseas either by October 2021 or early 2022.
Regional Express to launch Sydney-Canberra flights from April 19
Regional Express is poised to break Qantas' current monopoly on the Sydney-Canberra route with the launch of its own flights to the capital city starting 19 April.
How the pandemic will forever change the airport experience
As air travel experiences a resurgence, which means airports are slowly coming back to life, however, the passenger experience will look significantly different from the pre-pandemic time.
The top cruise lines for romance
Some cruise lines specialise in the sort of cruises that take romance at sea to a higher level.
United Airlines to restart new pilot hiring as air travel picks up
United Airlines could start hiring new pilots as early as next month according to an internal memo shared with pilots last week.
Qatar Airways welcomes first fully Covid-19 vaccinated flight
Qatar Airways has operated what it claims is the first fully Covid-19 vaccinated flight.
Will international travel recommence in 2021?
So, the big open question remains "will international travel commence in 2021?”
The advantages of COVID-19 vaccination
Vaccines work by training and preparing the body’s natural defences — the immune system — to recognize and fight off the viruses they target.
Italy says no to big cruise ships in Venice…about time!
The Italian parliament has approved a ban on large cruise ships entering the historic centre of Venice.
There are signs that America’s airline industry is bouncing back
It looks like America's travellers are booking flights for post-pandemic vacations which is a strong sign that U.S. airlines are ready for take-off.
Your most prized travel accessory will be your vaccine passport
Now, you might also need a vaccine or digital health passport before you hit the road.
Kia Ora New Zealand! The two-way travel bubble is a go
Australians will be able to travel across the ditch without having to quarantine upon arrival or on their return to Australia.
Emirates to operate flight with only vaccinated passengers
Emirates plans to celebrate the UAE’s impressively fast vaccination rollout by operating a special flight on which only passengers and crew who are fully inoculated against COVID-19 will be…
UNWTO reports 87% decline in tourist arrivals in January 2021
The United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has stated that the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global tourism has carried on into 2021.
Side effects mean your COVID-19 vaccine is working, expert says
If you have taken or will take the Covid-19 vaccine, don’t worry - there is no evidence that a lack of fever or headache means the vaccines did not work or will not work, experts say.
P&O Cruises Australia scraps select departures until 2022
P&O Cruises Australia will extend its pause in guest operations until the end of July.
The time to prepare for COVID-19 vaccine transport is now
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to begin careful planning with industry stakeholders to ensure full preparedness when vaccines for COVID-19 are approved…
Queensland to reopen borders to South Australia
Australian domestic borders are all open as Queensland has announced that will re-open its borders to South Australia.
Qantas international travel will not resume until July 2021
Qantas CEO Alan Joyce says the Australian domestic sector has had a massive bounce back, but fears for the future of international travel recovery.
UNWTO report reveals further reduction in travel restrictions
The number of destinations closed to international tourism has continued to fall.
Emirates A380 with premium economy to be delivered this year
Emirates expect to receive its first Airbus A380 with a new premium economy cabin by the end of the year.
The First Covid-19 Vaccine Doses Are Already Flying
When will covid-19 vaccines be making their way to the public? If air cargo is any indication, perhaps the answer to both questions is sooner than you think.
