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Emirates commences Auckland-Bali-Dubai flights
/ | 1 Comment on Emirates commences Auckland-Bali-Dubai flightsThe first year-round flights between Auckland and Bali have commenced with Emirates Airlines’ inaugural service linking the two cities kicking off over the weekend. Flight EK450, operated by Boeing 777-300ER A6-ECV, arrived at Auckland Airport at 0942 on Friday morning, following its seven hour journey from Denpasar Ngurah Rai International Airport. The aircraft, which has
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US government seeks more information on proposed American Airlines, Qantas alliance
/ | 1 Comment on US government seeks more information on proposed American Airlines, Qantas allianceThe United States Department of Transportation (DOT) has asked American Airlines and Qantas for more details on its proposed expanded alliance and joint-business agreement (JBA). The DOT said on Wednesday it had reviewed the pair’s application for antitrust immunity (ATI) that was lodged in February, as well as supporting confidential documents. However, it said the
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Air New Zealand says “conscious uncoupling” with Virgin Australia first seen in 2015
/ | 8 Comments on Air New Zealand says “conscious uncoupling” with Virgin Australia first seen in 2015Air New Zealand chief strategy, network and alliances officer Nick Judd says there were signs of a “conscious uncoupling” with Virgin Australia as far back as 2015. In April, the New Zealand flag carrier announced it would not seek to renew the joint-venture partnership that had been in place since 2010 and was due to
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Pratt and Whitney proposes more power for the F-35
/ | 1 Comment on Pratt and Whitney proposes more power for the F-35Pratt and Whitney has proposed an upgrade to the F-35 Lightning II’s F135 engine that would increase useable power while reducing fuel consumption. Dubbed Growth Option 2.0, the new engine would utilise a more advanced power and thermal management system (PTMS) enabling the aircraft to carry new weapons and sensors, plus new compressor and turbine
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Air New Zealand flags new widebody order in 2019
/ | 17 Comments on Air New Zealand flags new widebody order in 2019Air New Zealand chief financial officer Jeff McDowall says the airline is working towards placing an order with Airbus or Boeing for new widebody aircraft by early 2019. The timetable for the replacement of Air New Zealand’s Boeing 777-200ER fleet was outlined at the company’s investor day in Auckland on Thursday. McDowall said the company
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Adelaide Airport announces $165mln terminal expansion
/Improving the facilities for international passengers are among the highlights of Adelaide Airport’s three-year, $165 million terminal expansion project. Announced on Thursday, the project will increase the space available for border processing and security screening for international arrivals and departures, as well as include a second baggage belt. Meanwhile, Gate 18 located in the middle
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