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WSI aerotropolis ‘open for business’, says NSW government

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April 21, 2026
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Dubbed “Built for what’s next”, a new campaign aims to spruik Bradfield as a centre for “innovative business models”, with ready access to skilled local workers as well as Western Sydney International Airport and the Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Fa…

Elevate your career! Entries now open for Australian Aviation Awards 2026

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April 20, 2026
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The most anticipated event on the aviation calendar is back. Designed to shine a light on the high-flyers leading the way, these awards are your chance to secure national recognition, build massive exposure, and propel your career or company into its n…

RAAF to replace C-27J Spartan fleet with commercial aircraft mix

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April 20, 2026
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The Spartan aircraft will be replaced with a commercial aircraft fleet to support the transport of personnel and logistics in the Pacific, according to information released under the government’s multibillion-dollar 2026 National Defence Strategy and a…

Man fronts court after allegedly ramming Brisbane Airport gate

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April 20, 2026
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The 33-year-old was due to face Brisbane Magistrates Court on 20 April over the alleged incident on 1 February this year, in which he is accused of damaging airport property and gaining access to a restricted area without authority.

Defence to retire Tiger helicopters by end of this year

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April 20, 2026
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The two-seater Tiger attack helicopters were originally introduced into service with the ADF in 2004, and were expected to be retired from service in 2027–28 but will now be withdrawn in 2026.

RAAF pitches in for Solomon Islands cyclone recovery

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April 20, 2026
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A C-17A Globemaster III aircraft from 36 Squadron and C-27J Spartan aircraft from No. 35 Squadron have taken part in the relief effort, including airlifting humanitarian aid to affected areas and conducting aerial damage assessments of critical infrast…

Qantas long-haul pilots knock back pay deal despite union support

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April 17, 2026
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The deal, which was backed by the Australian and International Pilots’ Association (AIPA), would have covered around 1,700 Qantas A330, A380, and 787 pilots, and replaced the previous agreement which expired in 2024. Around two thirds of pilots voted a…

Australia to prioritise new medium-range air defence system

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April 17, 2026
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The information was released under the government’s multibillion-dollar 2026 National Defence Strategy and a revamped Integrated Investment Program, and comes as the Government has pledged at least $34 billion to the RAAF over the next decade.

Solomon Airlines doubles weekly Brisbane-Santo flights

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April 17, 2026
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Commencing earlier this month, the Saturday flights complement an existing Tuesday service, which replaced a now-defunct Air Vanuatu route in 2024. The Saturday service will switch to Thursdays between July 2026 and January 2027.

Malaysia Airlines grows Australian A330neo operations

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April 16, 2026
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Flight MH139 was the first Adelaide service to use Malaysia’s 297-seat A330-900s, with 9M-MNK touching down in Adelaide at 7am local time on Thursday morning. The flight was 89 per cent full according to Malaysia Airlines figures, and follows Malaysia …