Alliance plans rapid fleet growth in 2018/19
Alliance Aviation Services will add nine more aircraft into the fleet in the year ahead amid increased activity in the resources sector more charter flying.
Cathay Pacific reports narrowing first half loss
Cathay Pacific has reported a narrowing first half loss as higher fuel prices offset gains made from its transformation program and a pickup in passenger and cargo demand.
Pilot groups criticise QantasLink overseas pilots deal
Pilot groups have criticised the federal government's labour agreement with Qantas that allows the airline to bring in overseas pilots and instructors to support its training needs.
There was a five per cent increase in general aviation aircraft shipments in the first six months of calendar 2018, new figures show.
QantasLink to bring in overseas pilots and instructors
Qantas has secured approval from the federal government to recruit up to 76 overseas pilots and instructors for its regional wing QantasLink to help with pilot training.
CASA changes “two in the cockpit” rule
Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) says airlines will be able to determine for themselves whether to maintain the "two in the cockpit" rule.


