Train operators are warning passengers of potential disruption to services as a yellow snow warning comes into force. Services across the country could be affected…
The Sydney-based company said Vertiia – which plans to eventually travel up to 1,000km powered by hydrogen – has now taken off, flown and landed more than 50 times successfully using battery power.
Virgin has also confirmed in a submission to the ACCC that codesharing with long-time partner Singapore Airlines would extend only to flights to and from Asia, though unlike with Etihad, this would not affect frequent flyer benefits.
The carrier’s CEO, Alistair Dorward, argued any support should be offered to the industry as a whole to ensure an “even playing field for all operators”.
Both companies demonstrated the helicopter’s ability to be commanded to take-off, identify the location and size of a small fire, and then accurately drop water to suppress the flames.
The industry body argued the amount is a “significant sum” to its smaller members, who would likely only receive a fraction of the money should the carrier be eventually liquidated.
The tool, used to turn an engine compressor on VH-OQI during borescope inspections, is believed to have been left inside during routine maintenance on 6 December 2023 and was not found until a scheduled maintenance check at LAX on 1 January 2024, almos…
Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin flights in and out of Denpasar recommenced on Thursday after being suspended for several days due to the eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki, which began on 3 November, creating hazardous ash clouds.