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Author100 Years of Qantas
January 21, 2022 0 commentIn the space of a century, Qantas has transformed from three men operating two small aircraft to a global airline pioneering non-stop flights from London to Sydney. To celebrate our flag carrier’s centenary, two of Australian Aviation’s most acclaimed writers chart the journey – warts and all – from 1920 to the present day. Eric
Read moreWas 2020 the year drones crossed the tipping point?
January 21, 2022 0 commentWith five times as many UAVs as helicopters, the industry must plan for a new future What does the CASA Annual Report 2019-20 tell us about the aviation industry? Overseas readers should note the Australian financial year concludes on 30 June. The chair of the CASA board, Anthony Mathews, stated 2019-20 was a year most
Read moreLocked On
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Read moreLeonardo AW249 meeting modern operational requirements
January 21, 2022 0 commentThe only next-generation combat helicopter in development today, the AW249 is introducing latest capabilities for the next 30 years of operations Building on the industrial, support and operational experience logged over the last 40 years in the field of combat helicopters, combined with unique in-house system integration capabilities in the military helicopter sector, Leonardo launched
Read moreIndustry Influencers: Brian Westin
January 21, 2022 0 commentIn this new series, Aero Circus takes a light-hearted look at some Australians who have helped shape aviation into what it is today. Strap in and clear prop, ready for another trip down memory taxiway While he might be stepping back from his traditional duties as a chief flying instructor (CFI) after 44 years, industry
Read moreRex and The Battle For The Golden Triangle
January 11, 2022 0 comment‘At first glance, there does not seem to be any need for Qantas, the 600-pound gorilla, to be worried about the entry of tiny Rex into the domestic market’ This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation members. Login Become a Member To continue reading the rest of this article, please login. Username or
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