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Aviation Week • Adrian Schofield

Qantas and Airbus Invest in Australian SAF Venture Fund

Qantas and Airbus have jointly committed to funding an Australian venture capital initiative focused on developing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) projects. This investment aims to bolster the growth of SAF production and support the aviation industry's shift towards sustainable, eco-friendly fuel alternatives.

2025-04-08T06:17:24.086467-07:00

AirInsight

ACL Appointed as Sydney Airport Slot Manager

2025-04-06T05:36:38.967431-07:00

The Guardian

Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

2025-03-20T20:25:54.605790-07:00

Skift

Frontier Lures Southwest Passengers with Free Bag Promotion

2025-03-18T06:20:53.016189-07:00

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Australian Aviation

QantasLink Takes Lead at Western Sydney International Airport with A220 Fleet As Qantas Domestic steps back from major capital city routes at the new Western Sydney International Airport, QantasLink, likely with its A220 fleet, and Jetstar are poised to fill the gap. This strategic move highlights QantasLink's growing role in domestic operations, particularly from emerging airports.

2025-04-13T21:39:22.497983-07:00

QantasLink Takes Lead at Western Sydney International Airport with A220 Fleet

Aviation Week

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Qantas and Airbus Invest in Australian SAF Venture Fund Qantas and Airbus have jointly committed to funding an Australian venture capital initiative focused on developing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) projects. This investment aims to bolster the growth of SAF production and support the aviation industry's shift towards sustainable, eco-friendly fuel alternatives.

2025-04-08T06:17:24.086467-07:00

Qantas and Airbus Invest in Australian SAF Venture Fund

AirInsight

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ACL Appointed as Sydney Airport Slot Manager Sydney Airport's decision to appoint ACL as its new slot manager represents a significant shift in the Australian aviation sector. This move is expected to affect major carriers like Qantas and Virgin Australia, potentially altering competitive dynamics and flight scheduling at one of the country's busiest airports.

2025-04-06T05:36:38.967431-07:00

ACL Appointed as Sydney Airport Slot Manager

Reuters

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Qantas Postpones Project Sunrise A350-1000 Launch to 2027 Qantas is set to delay the launch of its ultra-long-haul Project Sunrise flights to mid-2027. The airline awaits the delivery of its first of twelve Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, a key component to connecting Australia's east coast with Europe and New York.

2025-03-25T03:38:01.372116-07:00

Qantas Postpones Project Sunrise A350-1000 Launch to 2027

Bloomberg

Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson Faces Turbulent Start Amidst Challenges Vanessa Hudson, the newly appointed CEO of Qantas Airways Ltd., faces significant challenges as she takes control amidst a turbulent period for the airline. Her leadership will be tested as she aims to navigate through the current operational and financial hurdles facing the company.

2025-03-23T17:34:30.369494-07:00

Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson Faces Turbulent Start Amidst Challenges

The Guardian

Mt. Lewotobi Eruption Disrupts Bali Flights, Raises Alert The eruption of Indonesia's Mt. Lewotobi Laki-Laki has led to flight cancellations and delays between Australia and Bali. The volcanic activity prompted authorities to elevate the alert level to its highest, affecting both international and domestic air operations.

2025-03-20T21:11:52.231534-07:00

Mt. Lewotobi Eruption Disrupts Bali Flights, Raises Alert

The Guardian

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Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights A fire at an electrical substation near Heathrow Airport has caused a significant power outage, leading to the full-day closure of one of the world's busiest hubs. Over 120 flights were diverted, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers and raising concerns about contingency planning.

2025-03-20T20:25:54.605790-07:00

Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

Skift

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Frontier Lures Southwest Passengers with Free Bag Promotion As Southwest Airlines retires its 'bags fly free' offer, Frontier Airlines strategically introduces a summer promotion offering free checked bags. This initiative targets budget-conscious travelers seeking alternatives amid rising airline fees. The promotion runs from May 28 to August 18, 2025.

2025-03-18T06:20:53.016189-07:00

Frontier Lures Southwest Passengers with Free Bag Promotion