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Why Melbourne Airport is feeling optimistic...
Chris Frame travels to Melbourne to learn how the Victoria gateway is rising to the challenges of a resurgent travel market.
QUIZ: Aussie Aviation Special!
With Australia's borders open to tourists (and AvGeeks) once again, there's never been a better time to test your knowledge of Aussie aviation history! From first flights to brand-new airport gateways - this special quiz will have you swotting up on all things Down Under
Heading 'Down Under' to Broome Airport
While Broome International Airport is often viewed as the gateway to a tropical retreat, it also plays a critical role serving the local community and industry. Chris Frame chats with the site’s CEO, Paul McSweeney, about the airport’s latest struggles and successes.
ATSB opens Virgin Australia F100 crew incapacitation investigation
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has opened an investigation into a cabin crew incapacitation event involving a Virgin Australia Regional Fokker F100.
Virgin Australia Boeing 737 experienced “uncommanded descent”
The jet was climbing away from Perth when the crew detected the problem
Virgin Australia proposes employee vaccine mandate
If approved, the airline would follow the country’s flag carrier, Qantas in mandating staff vaccination
Menzies strengthens Central American presence
Ground handling specialist Menzies has announced plans to acquire 51% of Interexpresso Costa Rica Corporation, an aviation service provider operating in Central America
Australia’s REX takes delivery of first jet aircraft
The world’s largest Saab 340 operator has welcomed a Boeing into the fold
The World’s Strangest Airline Liveries
Airline liveries can sometimes be a bit dull - but not this selection. Here are nine eye-catching schemes that turned heads wherever they went.
Virgin Australia Finds a Buyer
US private equity firm Bain Capital has won the bid to buy Virgin Australia after the airline fell into administration in April, due in part to the COVID-19 travel restrictions.