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 Virgin Australia flight was due to take off at 10.30am before a snake was found on the flight.
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 crew of a Boeing 737 departing Brisbane with 169 people on board missed several warnings the runway they were using was partially closed.
Adult passengers are charged more than $17 on top of their train fare when they pass through station gates at Sydney Airport.
With little competition,Qantas and Virgin have massively increased prices.
Alan Joyce,Anthony Albanese and the opaque politics of schmooze.
Richard Branson’s airline has personable service,but that’s masking a stinginess on the seating and food.