Australian Aviation

Officers from the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) and the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit made the arrest overnight in West Sussex, on suspicion of offences under the Computer Misuse Act.

A study led by the University of South Australia found that across the four busiest domestic routes, Qantas fares were highest, Jetstar lowest, and Virgin placed somewhere in the middle, depending on time of booking.

The aircraft, which will perform missions for Ambulance Tasmania and Tasmania Police, are expected to enter service from late 2027, and will be based in Hobart. It comes as StarFlight prepares to take over the state’s EMS contract from existing provider Rotor-Lift.

On this week’s Australian Aviation Podcast, Jake and David take a look back at the European airport hack, how it unfolded, and what it might mean for Australian airports.

New research conducted by the International Air Transport Association has found that there is enough feedstock available to allow the airline industry to hit net zero within the next 25 years. It comes as the Australian government continues to invest in spurring a domestic SAF industry.

The project, which adds the equivalent of 23 rugby fields of new apron and taxiway space, creates parking for 11 jets and is part of the airport’s $3.9 billion terminal integration program. According to Auckland Airport, this is the most significant infrastructure project since it opened in 1966.