Hannah Dowling

Tim Jordan said that while it was still a “possibility” it could begin flying late in the second quarter, its progress would depend on how quickly it can pass regulatory requirements with CASA.

Kununurra-based air charter companies Aviair and HeliSpirit have placed an order for up to 50 of Eve’s zero emission electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, with flights to commence in 2026.

Rex has set its eyes on massively expanding its fleet of Boeing 737s to 30 aircraft over the coming five to seven years, with an aim to enter one new plane into service every two to three months.

Sydney Flight College has introduced a slew of new scholarships to help cover training costs for the next generation of promising Indigenous and female pilots.

Speaking on the Australian Aviation podcast, Jordan said airport fees are the “single largest cost” for airlines, and airports that want to benefit from Bonza’s low-cost leisure customers will need to offer competitive prices.

QantasLink is set to begin regular international hops to Timor-Leste on its Embraer E190s, under its ongoing wet lease agreement with Alliance Airlines.