Australian Aviation

The union’s national secretary, Michael Kaine, said the patience of Virgin staff currently involved in enterprise bargaining with the carrier is running out and that pilots are jumping ship for higher-paying jobs overseas while cabin and ground crews are taking on second jobs.

The airline posted a statutory NPAT of $129 million for FY23, with a group revenue of $5 billion – a 124 per cent revenue increase over FY22. Its airline operations, including domestic, international, and regional and charter flights, recorded combined revenue of $4,873 million, while the Velocity loyalty program saw $330 million in revenue.

Povey, who previously helped launch UK-based airline Jet2.com, was responsible for building the Bonza brand including its app-based bookings, local partnerships, gender-neutral uniforms, and the recent launch of branded Bonza Holidays packages.

The recommendation was among ten made by the group, which also called on the government to “immediately review” the decision to deny the Middle Eastern airline the right to increase its services into Australia.

Tony Brun argued poor air traffic control and firefighter hours are hampering his airport’s ability to attract passenger and service flights.

The decision means three international carriers can depart over Moreton Bay at night more frequently, rather than having to fly over more populated areas.