Giving girls wings on International Women's Day
Industry body Aviation/Aerospace Australia has launched a social media campaign to coincide with International Women’s Day. The campaign, which will run throughout the month of March, hopes to inspire females to pursue a career in aviation and aerospace, as well as science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The social media posts, which use the hashtag
Embraer’s E190-E2 cleared for airline service
Embraer’s E190-E2 regional jet has received certification from authorities in Brazil, Europe and the United States, paving the way for first delivery to Scandinavia-based carrier Wideroe. The aircraft received its type certificate from the Brazilian Civil Aviation Agency (Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil – ANAC), the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Aviation Safety
New Virgin Australia widebody aircraft a "really long way away"
Virgin Australia chief executive John Borghetti says his airline is in no hurry to place an order for new widebody aircraft, pointing to the relatively young age of its six Airbus A330-200s and five Boeing 777-300s. While the average age of its mainline fleet was 7.1 years at December 31 2017, up from 6.4 years
Speed chaser – Boom and the rebirth of the supersonic airliner
While the tyranny of distance has not dulled Australians’ love of air travel, many approach the 24-hour trek to Europe or the US east coast with dread. Whether in a lie-flat seat or one that offers only a few precious degrees of recline, the journey often leaves one feeling less than their best upon disembarkation,
Qantas posts record first half profit result
Qantas has posted a record first half net profit as strong growth in its domestic network helped offset some declines on international routes. The company reported net profit of $607 million for the six months to December 31 2017, up 17.9 per cent from $515 million in the prior corresponding period. Revenue rose 5.8 per
Virgin Australia says regulatory restrictions and high airport charges are roadblocks preventing more flights to regional communities. In a submission to the Senate Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport Committee’s inquiry into the operation, regulation and funding of air route service delivery to rural, regional and remote communities, Virgin Australia said regional services were more
