Marc Joel Atrero

Qantas, Virgin & Air NZ take different paths in navigating turbulent times Studying the 2011 financial results of Australia’s and New Zealand’s major airlines reveals a tale of three airlines pursuing for three differing reasons three starkly different strategies. Stepping back from the numbers Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia’s strategies are delivering or promise

There is no question volcanic ash in the skies is difficult to handle. The intense international discussion following the eruption of Iceland’s Eyjafjallajökull in 2010 has made much progress, but not yet resolved all of the issues. Although it is well understood that the hazard diminishes with time and distance from the source, defining when

With the recent launch of Jetstar Japan, China looms as the next frontier for Jetstar’s Asian expansion plans, Jetstar Group CEO Bruce Buchanan has hinted. “Jetstar is always evaluating further possible new ventures and growth opportunities in Asia,” Buchanan told an Australian- American Association business lunch on September 1. This content is available exclusively to

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One of the highlights of the annual calendar at Australian Aviation is the Regional Aviation Association of Australia’s annual convention. Despite, or perhaps because of, its relaxed atmosphere, the event always draws a strong speaker list. This year’s convention was no exception, with addresses by key figures such as Transport Minister Anthony Albanese, CASA boss

There are many who read this who will not agree with the warning but the reality is that little has been leant from the demise of Ansett ten years ago. Largely the fate of our airlines is in the hands of politicians who for the most part really don’t understand how the airline industry functions.