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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…

New Tailwheel Flight School Opens in Connecticut

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February 26, 2024
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By Luc Zipkin In the warbird industry, we often focus on aircraft restoration shops, museums, and airshows as epicenters of the movement for historic aviation. Increasingly, however, appropriate pilot training is difficult to come by. […]

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…

What is aircraft leasing?

February 26, 2024
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When we travel by air, we are used to seeing a variety of airline liveries that aim to showcase the identity of their brands, but […]

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…

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.

How Mileage Programs Outperform Airline Revenue in 2024

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February 24, 2024
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Changes to Delta Air Lines’ SkyMiles program were in September 2023, and they made it more difficult to accrue status and take advantage of benefits. Delta now awards status based on a single parameter, dollars […]