Beijing Capital Airlines’ first Hangzhou flight arrives in Melbourne

According to Jetstar’s figures, over the past two months, more than 84 per cent of flights have arrived within 30 minutes of schedule, and 94 per cent within the hour.

The Australian government has asked both Qantas and the Middle Eastern airline to help repatriate citizens who have scheduled services free of charge. A RAAF C-130J Hercules and C-17 Globemaster are also assisting with efforts.

While it could not disclose the number or the nature of the interested parties, Ernst & Young confirmed it had received non-binding offers for the Vanuatuan flag carrier, which went into voluntary liquidation last month owing at least $99 million.