Qantas's new Airbus A350-1000ULR, designed for ultra long-distance commercial flights, landed in Melbourne, Australia, after a 19-hour test flight from Toulouse, France. This marks a step towards the Sydney-London direct route, planned for October 2027, despite previous delays.
Contrasting media approaches are highlighted through Karl Stefanovic's termination over a Tommy Robinson interview, the Daily Telegraph's promotion of Robinson's content, and updates on Alan Jones' upcoming trial, alongside other Australian media critiques.
Australia is replacing paper arrival cards with a digital declaration system for international travellers at airports and seaports. The Albanese government announced the move after a successful trial, aiming to streamline the arrivals process, enhance national security, and boost the economy.
Australia is replacing paper arrival cards with a digital passenger declaration system across all airports and seaports. The move, part of a $56.1m investment, aims to streamline the arrivals process, enhance national security, and boost the economy.
Qantas plans to launch the world's first 20-plus hour non-stop flight between London and Sydney by October 2027 using special Airbus planes. CEO Vanessa Hudson is confident in customer demand for the premium service, despite higher fuel costs and past airline controversies, as some travelers prioritize direct routes over stopovers.
Die EASA hat wegen Rissen an Tragflächen-Bauteilen kurzfristige Inspektionen bei 16 Airbus A380 angeordnet. Fünf Emirates-Maschinen müssen sofort überprüft werden, die übrigen nach 25 Flugzyklen. Die Schäden könnten die Stabilität beeinträchtigen.
Airbus überprüft 16 A380-Flugzeuge wegen Rissen in Flügelteilen. Betroffen sind hauptsächlich Emirates und Qantas. Die Europäische Agentur für Flugsicherheit (EASA) ordnete dringende Inspektionen an.
Airbus is to inspect 16 A380 aircraft, five immediately, after cracks were found in a key wing component. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) ordered the urgent inspections on planes operated by Emirates and Qantas.
L'EASA ordonne l'inspection de 16 Airbus A380, dont 5 urgemment, après la découverte de fissures dans la structure des ailes. Ces avions, principalement opérés par Emirates, présentent des problèmes sur les longerons intermédiaires des ailes.
Airbus will inspect 16 A380 aircraft, five immediately, after cracks were found in a critical wing component. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) ordered the inspections on planes operated by Emirates and Qantas.
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced expanded capital gains tax (CGT) exemptions for small businesses, including startups and testamentary trusts. The government increased the turnover threshold to $10 million, making the exemption "substantially broader and significantly more generous" in response to industry criticism.
Qantas has again postponed its direct Sydney to London flights, now slated for October 2027. The delay is attributed to extended wait times for new Airbus A350-1000ULR aircraft, with the first delivery pushed to April 2027, impacting the previously announced 2027 launch.
Airbus is certifying the A350-1000ULR for non-stop flights between Australia and Europe. The first test flight lasted 3 hours and 43 minutes, reaching over 12,500 meters altitude. Modifications include an extra fuel tank to extend range by 1,850 km, enabling flights up to 22 hours.
O Airbus A350-1000ULR completou seu primeiro voo de teste de 3h43min em Toulouse, França. A aeronave ultralonga, com tanque adicional de combustível, permitirá voos sem paradas entre Sidney e Londres/Nova York, reduzindo o tempo de viagem em até 4 horas. A Qantas receberá a primeira unidade em abril de 2027.
Qantas' planned non-stop flights from Europe to Sydney are delayed as Airbus faces supply chain issues. The first of twelve A350 long-haul aircraft will now be delivered starting April 2027, pushing back the 'Project Sunrise' launch.
Qantas plant den Einsatz von Airbus A350-1000ULR Flugzeugen für Ultra-Langstreckenflüge, darunter Sydney-New York und Sydney-London. Mit einem zusätzlichen 20.000-Liter-Tank sollen die Flugzeuge bis zu 22 Stunden nonstop fliegen können, was die Reisezeit um bis zu vier Stunden verkürzt.
Qantas'ın sipariş ettiği 12 adet A350-1000 ULR uçağının teslimatı, parça tedarikindeki aksaklıklar nedeniyle ertelendi. İlk teslimat Nisan 2027'ye sarkarken, bu durum şirketin kıtalararası uçuş stratejisinde takvim değişikliğine yol açtı.
A Qantas flight from Melbourne to Dallas was diverted to Tahiti after a passenger allegedly bit a flight attendant. The man, a New Zealander, was detained and banned from future Qantas and Jetstar travel.
Malgré la guerre au Moyen-Orient, le Maroc renforce sa réputation de destination touristique sûre et alternative, porté par une politique de développement et une croissance sans précédent.
A Qantas flight from Melbourne to Dallas was diverted to Tahiti to remove a passenger accused of biting a flight attendant and causing disruption. Local authorities arrested the man, who has been banned from Qantas flights.
A disruptive passenger was banned from Qantas and Jetstar flights after allegedly biting a flight attendant on a flight from Melbourne to Dallas. The flight was diverted to Tahiti, where the passenger was met by authorities and issued the ban.
A Qantas flight from Melbourne to Dallas was diverted to Papeete, French Polynesia, on Friday due to a disruptive passenger who allegedly bit a crew member. The man was restrained by other passengers and met by authorities upon arrival, receiving a no-fly ban on Qantas.
Singapore Airlines reports 14.7% year-on-year passenger traffic growth in March, driven by Easter holiday demand and spillover Europe-bound traffic as travellers avoid Middle Eastern hubs disrupted by drone and missile attacks. Europe flight capacity rose to 93.5% from 79.7% the prior year.
