The latest industry news for the aviation and aerospace sectors.


The Week in Brief 08 September 2011

Virgin's wi-fi; new biofuel initiative; big drop in insurance claims; new chair for industry association; and more.

Virgin stakes claim for Qantas frequent flyers

Virgin Australia has launched a through-the-line campaign to usher in its revamped Velocity frequent flyer program.

Victoria's minister for aviation shares policy initiatives with airport conference delegates

Speaking at this week's Airport Operations 2011 conference in Melbourne, Victoria's Minister for Aviation outlined some encouraging vision for the industry.

The impact of 9/11 on global aviation - 10 years on

As we approach the 10th anniversary of the attack on New York's Twin Towers, IATA has released an analysis of the impact of the event on aviation.

IATA stats show passenger growth, but slow freight

IATA has released traffic results for July which showed that passenger travel was up 5.9 per cent over July 2010.

Strategic Airlines changes to Air Australia

Strategic Airlines has released the first images of the airline's new 'Air Australia' livery.

Flying for kids with cystic fibrosis

One Aussie flying enthusiast is putting his backside to the test in order to raise funds to tackle cystic fibrosis.

The Week in Brief 01 September 2011

B737 MAX launched; more ETDs in airports; Cathay premium economy; lithium batteries; and more.

GAPAN Australia awards announced

The Guild of Air Pilots and Air Navigators has announced its awards for Australia for 2011.

High-speed rail: a threat to aviation in Australia?

At a high-speed rail conference in Sydney yesterday, Newcastle Airport's David Nye represented the aviation industry.

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