Cebu Pacific has added a second Australian port to its growing international network with the start on nonstop flights to Melbourne Tullamarine.
Australia's major carriers Jetstar, Regional Express, Qantas and Virgin Australia have pledged to support farmers battling the drought.
Royal Brunei Airlines (RBA) has become the first operator of the Airbus A320neo into Australia after engine inspection requirements for its Boeing 787 fleet forced an equipment downgauge.
Virgin Australia has appeared to lay the groundwork for its wholly-owned subsidiary Tigerair Australia unit to potentially resume international operations.
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 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.
