Aviation
Perth to become Qantas’ second-largest international destination
The head of Qantas international says new-generation, extra-long-range aircraft will be a game-changer for the airline and make Perth the world’s gateway to Australia.
- by Cameron Atfield
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Qantas forks out another $3.4 million for Joyce as executive pay revealed
Former Qantas boss Alan Joyce received $3.4 million for his last two months in the job. In his last two years, he took home nearly $20 million.
- by Amelia McGuire
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Liberal Party
Coalition at odds over whether party supports Qantas breakup idea
Coalition transport spokeswoman Bridget McKenzie called a press conference on Monday lunchtime to walk back an opinion article published just that morning.
- by Paul Sakkal, Nick Bonyhady and Colin Kruger
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Airport reviews
This new airport is the gateway to Thailand’s emerging beach hotspots
This new $62.5 million airport is well designed and well run (with one exception).
- by John Borthwick
Cathay Pacific grounds planes, finds 15 A350s need engine parts replaced
The airline inspected its entire A350 fleet after a leak in a fuel system reportedly caused an engine fire on a flight bound for Zurich.
- by Lisa Barrington and Tim Hepher
Threat of higher overseas airfares under ‘same job, same pay’, warns Qantas boss
Qantas boss Vanessa Hudson has unveiled her first full-year result since taking over as chief executive last September.
- by Amelia McGuire and Penry Buckley
Opinion
Earnings season
How Vanessa Hudson scored on her maiden Qantas result
For the first time in living memory, Qantas shareholders took a hit for the team. That said, it wasn’t a big one.
- by Elizabeth Knight
Two killed after jet tyre explodes during Boeing plane maintenance
Delta said it was working with local authorities to investigate what happened at the wheel and brake shop.Â
Opinion
Opinion
My hate for all things flying might just turn into love, actually
The announcement of an aviation white paper with 56 recommendations has filled me with joy. But I have my own list.
- by Jenna Price
Singapore Airlines first international carrier to confirm flights to Western Sydney Airport
Western Sydney Airport will add the Singapore flights to its existing plans for Qantas and Jetstar domestic flights, in a major win for the project.
- by David Crowe