Air New Zealand’s decision to consider offloading its stake in Virgin Australia highlights the Kiwi carrier’s ambitions and the reduced reliance on its trans-Tasman partner, as well as hints at some divisions on the Australian carrier’s board, aviation analysts say. The Kiwi carrier said on Wednesday it had engaged First NZ Capital and Credit Suisse
Qantas says it is continuing to grow capacity along Australia’s east coast and on leisure routes while removing seats to destinations impacted by the slowdown in the mining sector. The airline group’s latest traffic and capacity statistics released on Thursday showed capacity across Qantas and Jetstar’s domestic networks, measured by available seat kilometres (ASK), grew 6.4 per
United has commenced Boeing 787-9 flights to Sydney, meaning Australia is now an all-Dreamliner market for the US-based carrier. The 787s have replaced Boeing 777-200ERs that previously served United’s daily Sydney-San Francisco and Sydney-Los Angeles services. The Star Alliance member started its Melbourne-Los Angeles nonstop service in October 2014 with the 787. United’s first Dreamliner
Etihad has signed an extension of its sponsorship arrangement with the Sydney Opera House. The Abu Dhabi-based carrier and said on Wednesday it would remain the Opera Hour’s major partner and opening night presenting partner for the next five years. Etihad would also fly in artists to Sydney for performances at the iconic Australian venue.
Air New Zealand is looking to sell all, or part, of its 26 per cent shareholding in Virgin Australia to focus on its own growth opportunities. The airline said in a statement to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) and New Zealand stock exchange (NZX) on Wednesday – Air NZ is dual-listed – it was “exploring
A project to upgrade Defence air traffic control facilities valued at $409 million was approved earlier this month. Assistant Minister for Defence Michael McCormack confirmed that new and upgraded facilities will be constructed at 13 bases and five off-base radar sites across Australia. “AIR 5431 Phases 2 and 3 Air Traffic Management and Control System Facilities and
