Adam Thorn
Author Adam is a journalist who has worked for more than 40 media brands in the UK and Australia. Today, he mostly writes about aviation, space and defence.US gives green light for Apache sale to Australia
June 7, 2021 0 commentThe deal, which will include spare parts, training and operational equipment, was first announced back in January and the new aircraft are set to replace Army’s beleaguered Tiger Armed Reconnaissance Helicopters from 2025.
Read moreQantas ‘infiltrated by organised crime groups’, says report
June 6, 2021 4 commentThe Sydney Morning Herald said on Sunday night that “bikies and other organized crime groups” were among employees suspected of wrongdoing that “represents a very high threat to the Australian border”.
Read moreGender quotas are wrong, says first woman airline pilot
June 3, 2021 22 commentDeborah Lawrie has said she believes gender quotas are discriminatory and devalue the achievements of those who get the job. She argues the industry must work harder to encourage girls to consider a career in the industry.
Read moreSnakes hide under Qantas A380s stored in boneyard
June 3, 2021 3 commentQantas’ manager for engineering in LA said maintenance staff now use repurposed broom handles known as “wheel whackers” to scare the critters away from the aircraft’s underside.
Read moreFrydenberg hints government will pay for Victoria quarantine facility
June 3, 2021 2 commentTreasurer Josh Frydenberg has all but confirmed the federal government will back Victoria’s plans to build a Howard Springs-style quarantine hub, likely in Avalon
Read moreRex prints Qantas refund complaints in newspaper ads
June 2, 2021 12 commentThe advert features 45 apparent examples of passenger anger at the flag carrier being slow to process refunds. Examples include quotes claiming Qantas “can’t be trusted” and are “horrible to deal with”.
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