The policy update, announced by the Department of Home Affairs, will mean passengers who require noise-cancelling headphones as a disability aid can wear them through body scanners, with the headphones able to be screened separately if needed.
A multinational tobacco company has blamed the Albanese government’s enormous excise for the unprecedented surge in black market business and the multi-billion-dollar loss of revenue.
On this week’s Australian Aviation Podcast, Jake and David look at the factors putting the squeeze on Australian travellers’ wallets, and whether newer, larger, and more efficient aircraft might bring some relief.