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Jetstar focuses on new planes, not retrofits, to curb Brisbane noise

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January 10, 2024
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The carrier added two new A321neo LRs to its fleet shortly before Christmas, bringing total NEO numbers to 11, with seven more expected by the end of this year. After considering fitting vortex generators to A320s for noise reduction, Jetstar has since…

Thai Airways to reconnect Perth with Bangkok

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January 10, 2024
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The non-stop flights, operated with 256-seat 787-8 Dreamliners, will begin on 31 March, adding 186,368 seats and 14,000 tonnes of cargo capacity per year between WA and Thailand. The flights will operate as TG483/484 on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturday…

Drones and airports: what you need to know

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January 10, 2024
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As drones – both commercial and recreational – become more prevalent in Australia’s skies, so too are they becoming more prevalent near Australia’s airports. While most of these flights are lawful, it’s important to know the rules and the risks of flyi…

Podcast: A Boeing disaster and Airbus triumph

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January 10, 2024
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Adam and Jake discuss the latest with the A350 explosion in Tokyo and another 737 MAX incident in the skies.

Veteran Qantas executive to head Jetstar Asia

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January 10, 2024
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Singapore-based John Simeone, who has been Qantas’ senior vice-president for Asia since April last year, will head Jetstar Asia from 1 March. He has worked for Qantas since 1997, with roles in areas such as international sales, business and government …

South African Airways returns to Perth in April

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January 10, 2024
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Launching on 28 April, the route will initially operate three times per week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays using 253-seater A340-300 aircraft, adding 78,936 seats between Australia and South Africa. Perth Airport hopes SAA will eventually expand t…

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US regulator investigates Boeing 737-9 Max jetliners after Alaska Airlines blowout

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January 10, 2024
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Some Boeing 737-9 Max jetliners have returned to the air after US officials grounded all flights following an Alaska Airlines incident which left a gaping hole […]

My Bombshells Warbird Calendar Now Under New Ownership – Continue The Legacy With a 2024 Edition

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January 9, 2024
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PRESS RELEASE Wichita, Kansas — January 9, 2024 — My Bombshells, the iconic brand known for its exquisite Warbird Calendar featuring classic aircraft and stunning photography, is excited to announce a change in ownership. This […]

Hawker Hurricane P3351 Sold to Czech Republic

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January 9, 2024
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By Zac Yates A British Hawker Hurricane which saw active service in France and Russia and was restored to fly for a New Zealander is soon to fly as a living memorial to Czech pilots […]

Reno Air Racing Association Celebrates 60th Anniversary With All-Star Air Show

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January 9, 2024
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PRESS RELEASE To commemorate its storied 60 years of history and pageantry in Reno, the Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) is hosting an air show at Reno–Stead Airport from Friday, Oct. 4 to Sunday, Oct. […]