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aviation   Routes   Middle East   Airports   Asia-Pacific (APAC)   Qatar Airways  
CAPA

Qatar Airways to launch Doha–Western Sydney flights in December 2027, with daily service planned for 2028

Qatar Airways plans to begin three-times-weekly Doha–Western Sydney International flights on Dec. 15, 2027, making it the first Middle East carrier to serve the new airport. The airline says it will increase the route to daily in 2028, adding a direct link with connections to the UK, Europe and beyond.

Also: FlightGlobal, executivetraveller.com and en.traicy.com
2026-10-20T18:05:12.997176-07:00
defense   UAV Development & Drone Programs   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
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FlightGlobal • Ryan Finnerty

Northrop optimistic about next round of uncrewed fighter development

By FlightGlobal: The company's YFQ-48A Talon Blue jet logged its first flight in recent weeks. Military airframer Northrop Grumman is bullish on its prospects to secure a competitive win in future opportunities to build uncrewed fighter jets.

2026-10-20T20:04:41.709812-07:00
space   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Commercial Space  
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Space.com • Mike Wall

SpaceX will attempt 1st-ever double Starship rocket catch on next test launch, a 'profound technology milestone,' Elon Musk says

By Space.com: SpaceX will try to recover both Starship stages during the megarocket's next test flight, which is expected to take place in November, according to Elon Musk.

Also: SpaceNews.com
2026-10-20T15:40:38.478909-07:00