Emirates to fly to Adelaide, ups Perth capacity
Emirates has confirmed will launch nonstop flights from Dubai to Adelaide in November, and will also increase capacity on its Melbourne and Perth services. The Dubai based carrier will start four times weekly services to Adelaide on November 1, utilising a three-class Boeing 777-300ER on the route. The airline also announced that it is adding
Airliner fleet to double in 20 years – Boeing
Boeing has released its latest Current Market Outlook for the next 20 years, and expects the global fleet of commercial aircraft to double over that period. The US manufacturer is forecasting a need for 34,000 new aircraft, valued at over US$4.5 trillion (A$4.38 trillion). “The world’s aviation market is broader, deeper and more diverse than
Qantas makes mobile bookings available
Qantas has added the ability to book both international and domestic flights to its mobile version of its website. “We have listened to our customers who want greater convenience in the booking process. They want flexibility to book flights away from their home or office, or on their way to the airport,” said Qantas Domestic
Qatar arrives in Perth, seeks Qantas codeshares
Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker has said that his airline is seeking a codeshare partnership with Qantas at a press conference following the arrival of its first service from Doha to Perth. Flight QR900, operated by a 259-seat Boeing 777-200LR, touched down at Perth International Airport shortly before 5pm on July 3, and then
Pratt completes IAE buyout
Pratt & Whitney has closed its buyout of Rolls-Royce’s shares in the International Aero Engines consortium. “This strategic deal strengthens the presence of Pratt & Whitney and the IAE shareholders now and well into the future,” Pratt & Whitney president David Hess said. “Rolls-Royce will continue to support IAE as a strategic supplier for the
Aviation Careers Expo on August 25
Aviation Australia will once again host the Aviation Careers Expo at its facilities in the Brisbane Airport precinct on Saturday August 25. Now in its 12th year, the expo will bring together leading aviation industry players and highlighting potential career opportunities in the industry. “The Aviation Careers Expo has strong focus on careers, training and
