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Torn balloon took off after inadequate field repair, says ATSB

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February 9, 2026
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VH-RRP, a Kubíček BB142P hot air balloon, sustained the 45cm tear while being cold-inflated prior to an early-morning flight near Beaudesert in Queensland on 18 October last year, and was patched up in the field with “specialised adhesive tape”, accord…

Airlines say ‘complex’ consumer protections could increase airfares

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February 9, 2026
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In its submission to the draft plan, Airlines for Australia and New Zealand (A4ANZ) said it had “significant concerns” about the proposed legislation, including the Draft Aviation Consumer Protections Charter, as reported by the Sydney Morning Herald.

Inside The Luxurious World Of The Kardashians’ Private Jets

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February 9, 2026
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These aircraft offer exceptional long-range capabilities.

WA opens new bookings for capped airfares under revised scheme

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February 9, 2026
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Extended until 2031 with an extra $122 million government investment, the RAZC scheme will see some “high-demand” fares increase, while “low-demand” fares will remain the same. According to the state government, this will help ensure the scheme’s susta…

History In The Making: Vietnam Airlines To Launch First-Ever Direct Hanoi-Amsterdam Route

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February 9, 2026
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SkyTeam carrier sets its sights on a new horizon, connecting Hanoi and Amsterdam in a way never seen before.

Alliance celebrates motorsport hero with E-Jet livery

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February 9, 2026
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The Embraer E190, VH-A2N, has been painted with a green and gold colour scheme featuring an image of Sir Jack Brabham and his BT19 Formula 1 racer to mark 60 years since the racer’s third Formula 1 Drivers’ World Championship and his first Formula 1 Co…

Axe could fall on Sharp’s Melbourne-King Island route

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February 9, 2026
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The airline has warned that the route “requires a level of government support to remain viable”, and is currently only offering bookings for reduced services between King Island and mainland Tasmania in the 2026-27 peak, as reported by the King Island …

This Is How Fast The Boeing 737 MAX 10 Can Fly

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February 9, 2026
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The MAX 10 will fly at around Mach 0.79, but will have a higher seating capacity and a range able to serve most routes.

Wizz Air Overtakes Ryanair As UK’s Most Complained-About Airline

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February 9, 2026
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The carrier’s reputation for reliability has been a topic of discussion.

T’way Air 737 Wheel Failure Triggers Airport Chaos As Three Flights Declare Fuel Emergencies

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February 9, 2026
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The incident created an operational nightmare.