Australian Aviation

The flight crew aboard a Qantas flight from Brisbane to Perth were forced to make a mayday call due to reduced fuel loads following landing delays.

In a statement released on Thursday, the US’ Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) rubber-stamped the deal, which also includes missiles containers and support equipment alongside technical support and training.

The deal with CEA Technologies forms part of the federal government’s $2.7 billion Joint Air Battle Management System project, intended to improve Australia’s ability to defend itself against aerial attacks.  

Rex has announced a new partnership with an Australian company that could see the first Rex Saab operating with a retrofitted electric propulsion system in as little as four years.

Meanwhile, the number of international travellers at Sydney Airport has increased 164 per cent between January and June.

Sydney Flight College has awarded its first Women Pilot Scholarship, in partnership with the Australian Women Pilots’ Association (AWPA), to encourage female participation in aviation.