Travel up, cargo down in Asia Pacific
International air travel across the Asia Pacific continued to grow in October but freight markets remained weak, according to figures release by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA). Carriers based in the region took on 16.5 million international passengers for the month, a five per cent increase over October 2010 and in line with
Police suspend inquiry into threats against Qantas boss
New South Wales police have suspended an investigation into threatening letters allegedly sent to Qantas CEO Alan Joyce and other executives in the heat of the airline’s dispute with unions. Police last month set up Task Force Barrine to investigate what Qantas described as months of threatening letters that included death threats. A police spokeswoman
Qantas adds express lanes to domestic service
Qantas is launching express boarding lanes for premium customers across its main domestic ports. The airline said business class customers as well as Chairman’s Lounge members, oneworld Emerald members and Platinum Frequent Flyers will have the option to use the dedicated lanes when boarding Qantas domestic flights, mirroring the express lane service already available on international
Pilatus PC-12 reaches milestone
Pilatus has delivered its 1100th PC-12 single engine turboprop. Launched in 1994, the PC-12 program has amassed some 3.3 million hours of operation in roles including executive transport, police and border surveillance and regional airliner, the Swiss aircraft maker said. The 1,100thPC-12 was delivered to US based Frontline Aviation.
AAA elects new chairman
Brisbane Airport general manager Stephen Goodwin has been elected chairman of the Australian Airports Association (AAA). In a statement, the association cited Goodwin’s broad experience in aviation over 14 years with the Brisbane Airport Corporation. Goodwin replaces John McArdle of Adelaide Airport, who has served as AAA chairman for the past nine years.
Jetstar begins Melbourne-Beijing service
Jetstar today began operating its new daily Melbourne-Beijing services, which are routed via Singapore. Beijing becomes Jetstar’s 10th destination in China. The airline said the route, with introductory sale fares starting at AUD$399 one-way, would appeal to budget-conscious Australian tourists as well as the growing numbers of Chinese tourists visiting Australia. Jetstar also hopes the flights
