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Bonza enters voluntary administration after abruptly cancelling all flights across Australia

Passengers were earlier left stranded as discussions took place on ‘viability of business’

The Guardian - AU · Apr 30, 2024

Afternoon Update: Bonza grounded; teenager charged with murdering sister; and Plato’s final hours

Airline’s chief executive, Tim Jordan, acknowledged to staff that the airline’s fleet was repossessed by AIP Capitol, the effective lessor of the aircraft

The Guardian - AU · Apr 30, 2024

Bonza calls in administrators as passengers hit hotline

Budget airline Bonza has entered voluntary administration after flights were suspended and the Australian government created a hotline for customers.

AAP · Apr 30, 2024

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'The Bonza effect': How many Novocastrians flew with airline over past year

The airline was humbled by the support of Newcastle.

Newcastle Herald · Mar 26, 2024

Soft landing for airfares but cancellations hang around

Domestic flights are cheaper but staffing shortages mean delays and cancellations are still above average.

AAP · Feb 13, 2024

Firefighters raise alarm over six flights landing in Sunshine Coast without fire crews since December

Firefighters union alleges Airservices Australia failed to ensure fire services were available for delayed flights at the Queensland airport

The Guardian - AU · Feb 7, 2024

Which Boeing Max planes fly in Australia and should I be worried about flying on one?

The regulator has ruled Max 8s which operate in Australia are safe, while no local airline flies the Max 9 that was involved in the US emergency

The Guardian - AU · Jan 12, 2024

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Bonza owners being chased in court for US$30m after leased planes repossessed in Canada

777 Partners, which launched Australian budget carrier in early 2023, had leased four planes for Flair Airlines in Canada, UK court documents show

The Guardian - AU · Jan 11, 2024

The US has grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 planes. What does this mean for Australian skies?

A door panel that blew out of new jet has raised fresh concerns about design issues with the Max generation of aircraft – and Australia’s regulator is watching closely

The Guardian - AU · Jan 8, 2024

Airlines cop heavy flak as number of late flights soars

One-third of all domestic flights were not on time during November, earning airlines stinging rebukes from political leaders.

AAP · Dec 21, 2023

Cabin crew hospitalised after ‘severe turbulence’ during flight

The extent of the injuries is not yet known

The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2023

Cabin crew hospitalised after ‘severe turbulence’ during flight

The extent of the injuries is not yet known

The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2023

Cabin crew hospitalised after ‘severe turbulence’ during flight

The extent of the injuries is not yet known

The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2023

Head of Australia’s competition watchdog calls for new mandate to police airline industry

Exclusive: Gina Cass-Gottlieb says ACCC needs greater powers to help new entrants compete with Qantas and Virgin

The Guardian - AU · Sep 29, 2023

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The Guardian - AU · Sep 14, 2023

Qantas no-show at aviation conference leaves organisers ‘disappointed’

Airline executives pull out of speaking commitments, leading one industry source to say ‘it feels a bit like they’re running away’

The Guardian - AU · Jul 14, 2023

Qantas and Virgin duopoly dwarfs the Australian banking and supermarket industries, airport peak body says

Australian Airports Association tells parliamentary inquiry market dominance has allowed the two airlines to jack up profit margins

Newcastle Herald · Jul 13, 2023

Flights to Sunshine Coast cut back as Bonza looks to 'deliver reliability'

The airline has cut some routes and reduced services on others as it deals with a lack of 'sustainable demand'.

The Guardian - AU · Jul 13, 2023

Bonza airline to axe five regional Australia routes due to low patronage

New carrier says lack of demand for flights to some destinations and range of misfortunes – including 10 bird strikes – have forced it to act

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The Guardian - AU · Jun 5, 2023

Rex and Bonza call for immediate overhaul of Sydney airport laws to increase competition

Aviation leaders make plea to federal government, saying higher airfares and poorer service will persist without change

The New Daily · Jun 5, 2023

ACCC says it’s crucial that rules change to prevent Qantas, Virgin duopoly

The Albanese government is facing growing calls to crack down on major airlines like Qantas hoarding plane slots at Sydney Airport.

The New Daily · Jun 5, 2023

Delays, poor service, high prices: Shocking tale of woe for air travellers

Qantas and Virgin's market dominance has led to higher prices and poorer service, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says.

The Guardian - AU · Jun 4, 2023

Qantas and Virgin given little incentive to cheapen air fares, watchdog warns

ACCC warns airline industry is at ‘critical juncture’ with a developing duopoly stunting competition

ABC News · May 29, 2023

Sunshine Coast budget airline Bonza eyes expansion, rules out cutting struggling routes

Four months after launching, the low-cost carrier is preparing to grow its network with one expert nominating Newcastle as a potential new base.

The New Daily · May 17, 2023

Jetstar changes are a ‘step in the right direction’

Jetstar has made some changes to check-in times and experts think it's a good thing for both passengers and staff.

The Guardian - AU · May 13, 2023

Australian airlines push back on calls to compensate passengers for delays and cancellations

Exclusive: Companies say a compensation scheme like the EU’s would drive up air fares in Australia

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