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UNCOVERED: Qantas - The Untold Story

Sydney Airport hit by flight delays, cancellations as air traffic controller shortage bites

Sydney Airport experienced flight delays and cancellations due to controller staffing issues. Airservices Australia implemented measures to manage aviation demand safely. These disruptions occur while investigations into recent near-miss incidents continue. The agency is actively recruiting more air traffic controllers for future needs. Senior executives will also address the Senate…

The Economic Times

Inside the Rams’ Unique Plan to Make a 15,000-Mile Trip to Australia Feel As Normal As Possible

Scraping cleats before takeoff, shipping food months ahead and an unfamiliar airline are some of the logistical challenges before the trip.

Sports Illustrated

Sydney-bound Qantas flight makes unexpected landing due to ‘fire in engine’

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Qantas passengers describe panic as engine appears to emit fire mid-air

The airline said the flight experienced a “suspected engine issue”

The Independent UK

Sustainable jet fuel project moves closer to take-off

A multimillion-dollar project designed to produce green fuels is a step closer to launch after securing a $30 million investment.

AAP

Is Krakatoa Erupting Again? Anak Krakatau Disrupts 209 Flights as Ash Spreads, Tsunami Risk Monitored

Anak Krakatau's eruption has led to significant flight disruptions in Indonesia, with over 209 flights cancelled. Authorities monitor the situation, ensuring no imminent tsunami threat.

International Business Times UK

'Traumatic': Qantas plane diverted after mid-air flames

A passenger aboard a diverted Qantas flight has recalled the terrifying moment the plane ran into trouble shortly after take-off.

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A love letter to the A380, the retiring behemoth that takes Qantas travellers back in time

Quiet cabins, spacious configurations and those hallowed stairs: the Airbus superjumbo has become a favourite of many travellers – and will be missed

The Guardian - AU

Australian shares slide as rate-hike fears mount

Inflation worries have reignited concerns of tighter borrowing costs, darkening an already gloomy outlook for economic growth and company returns.

AAP

Qantas may hike fares and expand Jetstar add-on fees as profits dip to four-year low

Airline declines to predict impact of new carry-on luggage charge on Jetstar revenue or ticket sales, saying it is offering customers ‘choice’

The Guardian - AU

Qantas to jettison flagship jet sooner as profit slides

Qantas will begin phasing out its "much-loved" Airbus A380s four years earlier than planned, after its annual profits hit turbulence.

AAP

Airport runway collisions and near-misses are happening more frequently, 22 years of data show

Four close calls on Sydney Airport runways in as many weeks have put air traffic management in the spotlight.

The Conversation

Why have there been so many close calls at Sydney airport?

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The Independent UK

Investigation after fourth close call at Sydney airport in less than a month

Latest in a list of incidents

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Watchdog to probe fourth Sydney airport runway bungle

Air traffic controllers and flight crews will be interviewed after a fourth near miss between planes on a runway at Sydney Airport in less than a month.

Euronews

These are the world’s best airlines according to flyers – and Asian carriers dominate the rankings

The preferred airlines in Europe were named as British Airways, Lufthansa and KLM.

The Independent UK

Australia probes three near-misses in less than two weeks at Sydney airport

Air traffic controllers under scrutiny after back-to-back incidents put aircraft and flyers at risk

AAP

Third major airport runway blunder sparks reporting row

Turmoil is continuing at a major airport with a third incident in three weeks, after a jet was cleared to take off while another planned to cross the runway.

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The Guardian - AU

Sydney airport incident involving Virgin and Qantas flights didn’t have to be reported, Airservices Australia says

Airservices boss says planes remained 1km apart so runway incursion ‘didn’t meet mandatory reporting requirements’ but safety bureau is ‘concerned’

The Guardian - AU

Transport watchdog investigates third safety incident at Sydney airport

A Virgin plane had to abort a take-off on Sunday as another plane began to cross the runway – hours after a near miss – making a total of three incidents in recent weeks

The Guardian - AU

Two workers temporarily stood down after near-collision at Sydney airport

Transport minister says improved staff rostering will be in place from next month after ‘unacceptable’ delays and incident involving Qatar Airways and Jetstar planes

AAP

Passengers delayed as dozens of flights disrupted

More than 150 flights have been delayed at Australia's busiest airport with "operational challenges" to blame.

AAP

Qantas workers on high after judge releases $40m compo

A Federal Court judge has released almost $40 million in compensation to illegally sacked Qantas workers, criticising the delay from the scheme administrator.

The Guardian - AU

‘Just an easy cash grab’: why Jetstar is charging customers for carry-on luggage

Add-on fees such as the new overhead locker baggage charge can make it more difficult to compare air fares, experts say

The Guardian - AU

Best Australian books out in August: new Meg Mason, musicians tell all and a time-travel tale by ‘a master storyteller’

Each month Guardian Australia editors and critics pick the upcoming titles they have devoured – or can’t wait to get their hands on

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