Unions in most industries wouldn’t consider buying into an owner or board’s right to appoint a chief executive. But aviation industrial relations stands apart.
We’re told flying is safe and the statistics confirm it. So why are there still mishaps? And what happens behind the scenes when an engine goes “bang”?
The first commercial flight of the Airbus A321XLR marks the start of a new era in air travel that will offer passengers new routes and more choice.
The Resolve Political Monitor found voters were divided on upgrades,but Coalition MP Bridget McKenzie is still pushing for a Senate inquiry into the PM’s trips.
Airlines have cancelled dozens of flights,leaving passengers stranded at airports in Australia and Indonesia.
The competition watchdog has revealed prices on some flight routes more than doubled in the months after Rex Airlines’ collapse and the demise of budget carrier Bonza.
If travellers are wondering why they are feeling a bit of a back-pocket sting of late,the ACCC has found “best discount economy” airfares have increased by up to 95 per cent since Rex’s collapse.
The media entrepreneur won’t let Woollahra Council get in the way of plans to renovate her harbourside mansion.
The so-called “toilet block” at Middle Head Oval in Mosman is much more than that. It is an amenities building housing two change rooms,dedicated sex-specific toilet facilities,umpire rooms,clubrooms,kiosk,covered viewing area and storage underneath.
The Boeing 737 was taking off for Brisbane when passengers heard a “bang”. The engine failure ignited a blaze near the third runway.
Airlines are now introducing a new power trip for gate agents – trialling new technology to clamp down on misbehaving flyers.