After Perth-London, other routes are begging for the Qantas 787 The launch of non-stop flights between Perth and London on March 24 is arguably the biggest advance in aviation for Western Australia since the advent of the jet era in the early 1960s. The boost for the WA economy cannot be underestimated, with the service
With new aeroplanes come newly engineered designs for passengers With new and re-engined airliners rolling out from factory doors, making their first flights, or being delivered to their launch customers practically every month, 2018 feels like a time of plenty for commercial aviation. From A for Airbus to E for Embraer (the commercial aviation industry
Plant-based biofuels are ready to make their mark in aviation For the moment, the price of fossil fuels remains at a relatively low level, however, the environmental cost continues to rise. It is an issue recognised by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and airlines alike, driving ongoing research into ‘greener’ solutions and alternative power
Babcock introduces the Airbus H175 into Australian service Embarking on a new helicopter service into the Timor Sea oil and gas fields at the height of the tropical wet season, with new aircraft operating from a new base, is not ideal. But, despite heavy rains, strong winds and the threat of cyclones, the initial performance
No holiday for Cambodia’s expanding air travel industry With a total population of around 17 million Cambodia isn’t exactly your high density booming airline market to challenge the likes of China and India. Yet, in its own way, the country is experiencing an aviation surge as tourism numbers skyrocket. The country’s aviation sector has seen
Alliance puts strength in diversity Alliance Airlines chief executive Lee Schofield says the company has never been busier. The recent pickup in activity is due to some improved conditions in resources sector, the start of regular public transport (RPT) flights on behalf of Virgin Australia and a burgeoning charter business ferrying foreign visitors around the