Australian Aviation

Bonza looks to be on the brink of launching imminently after its first 737 flew from the US to Hawaii – likely meaning it’s en route to Australia.

The Barriers to the Pipeline report also said the “vast majority” of respondents indicated that the perception of male domination was a significant barrier to entry. It noted references to a “boys club mentality” and the “lack of support from male peers”.

According to Qantas’ head chef Neil Perry, the airline is already investigating meat-free menu options, including meat-free burgers, bolognese and schnitzels, which could be available in Qantas lounges and onboard flights by the end of this year.

According to the airline’s deputy chairman John Sharp, one of Rex’s 34-seat Saab 340s – retrofitted with an electric and hydrogen-powered MagniX engine – will be used to trial the technology on short routes such as Adelaide-Mount Gambier.

A newly-recruited helicopter emergency services officer has told the story of his first winching rescue – on his second day on the job.

Army and Air Force personnel have together tested their multi-domain mobility skills to improve readiness for a warfighting scenario.