DLD 252: Ventures and Dream(liner)s
New Dreamliner configurations, a new deal for collusion and an awesome 747 fly-by, all part of the excitement in this week's show!
Australia
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American Airlines, Qantas JV approved
The US Department of Transportation issued its final approval for antitrust immunity (ATI) of the American Airlines-Qantas joint business agreement on Friday afternoon. Expect to...
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DLD 187: In it for the (Ultra) Long Haul
Don't worry: This episode isn't nearly as long as the flights we're talking about. But with Perth-London service launched recently we're all about the very,...
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Australia scores with Super Bowl promo
Australia's Super Bowl play was not just a major investment in an ad spot during the big game. A partnership with airlines hopes to keep...
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Singapore Airlines dumps the "Capital Connector"
It was never meant to be. The Singapore Airlines connection between Canberra and Wellington is to be scrapped, but some interesting new lines are replacing...
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DLD 160: Not my GUM dropped buttons
Lots of routes dropping in the coming months, thanks to crew shortages, shifting travel demand and maybe even fleet challenges. Another "mistake" fare scuttled and...
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Will Sydney to London fly? Planning for 20+ hours en route. . .
Qantas and Air New Zealand both want to extend their reach, potentially to operating the longest routes in the world and the longest ever commercially...
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Tigerair Australia’s Bali blight
Tigerair Australia remains on the outs with Indonesian authorities as it is forced to once again cancel flights into Bali. And it is clear that...
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Qantas, ViaSat to Partner on In-Flight Connectivity
High speed in-flight connectivity is coming to the Qantas domestic fleet thanks to a new partnership signed with ViaSat. Great news for passengers and also...
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Emirates, Qatar Airways Showing Auckland Love
And the new world's longest flight is: Auckland to Dubai on Emirates. At least until Qatar Airways starts up operations.
