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Network Aviation strikes to resume from Wednesday

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February 27, 2024
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The Australian Federation of Air Pilots, which suspended planned strikes over the weekend due to the risk from ex-Tropical Cyclone Lincoln, are planning three rolling one-day work stoppages for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday now that the threat has pas…

Tool Found At LAX In Qantas Airbus A380 Engine After 1 Month Missing

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February 27, 2024
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Australian investigators have disclosed that mechanics found a tool inside a Qantas Airbus A380 engine after it has been missing for a month at LAX.

Melbourne Airport parking spaces close as Naarm Way stage 2 begins

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February 26, 2024
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The new stage, slated to open in 2026, will directly connect Tullamarine Freeway to dedicated pick-up and drop-off areas at the carpark for Terminals 1, 2 and 3, which the airport says will enhance safety and reduce traffic congestion.

Former Army training chief to head Aviation Australia

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February 26, 2024
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Glenn Ryan AM, former director general of the Australian Army’s Executive Training Authority, has also served as chief of staff and chief operations officer at Forces Command, as well as chief instructor at 1st Recruit Training Battalion. He will repla…

National Jet Express begins FIFO flights to Gladstone

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February 26, 2024
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Using De Havilland Dash 8-400NG (“Next Generation”) aircraft, the flights, supporting NJE client Air Charter Service, will serve a growing mining, resources and industrial centre in Gladstone. Gladstone Airport will be NJE’s seventh destination in Quee…

Delta gives Brisbane its third connection to Los Angeles

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February 26, 2024
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Starting 4 December, Delta will launch three weekly flights between Brisbane and LAX using 306-seater A350-900s. This will give Brisbane services from four major North American carriers – Delta, United, American, and Air Canada – and boost its US capac…

Qube continues to rail export log traffic from Bordertown South Australia to Melbourne Port

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February 26, 2024
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After a period of not running and in a sign of export growth Qube is back running it’s container train between the South Australia town of Bordertown and the Port of Melbourne.

Virgin CEO in tears after being ‘dumped’, alleges report

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February 26, 2024
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The Australian cites a “high-level source” that states Jayne Hrdlicka “did not see it coming” despite the executive herself publicly suggesting the decision to leave was hers.

Sikorsky Australia expands aviation workforce with apprenticeships

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February 26, 2024
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This latest round of apprentices brings Sikorsky’s 2024 intake to 16 apprentices, representing nearly 20 per cent of the company’s technical workforce with an annual investment of over $1 million.

The Downfall of Rail Freight in Australia: Unraveling the Factors Behind its Failure

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February 25, 2024
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In the vast expanse of Australia, with its expansive landscapes and extensive networks of roads, rail freight was once hailed as the backbone of the nation’s transportation system.