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Australia extends drone racing streak
Australia has taken another international drone racing win, with an Army pilot also recording the fastest time in the series.
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Virgin’s first 737 MAX 10 now tipped for 2027
Virgin Australia is now expecting its first Boeing 737 MAX 10 late next year, according to Australian Aviation, with timing tied to US approvals.
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Virgin Australia retires its final A320s
Virgin Australia is phasing out its remaining A320-200s as VARA jet flying moves to Boeing 737s and new Embraer E190-E2s.
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Fiji Airways touches down on the Gold Coast
Fiji Airways has started Gold Coast–Nadi flights, giving Coolangatta a fresh three-times-weekly international link.
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What replaces Qantas’ A380s?
Australian Aviation’s latest podcast looks at Qantas wide-body fleet renewal and the question of whether smaller aircraft can take over A380 work.
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Saudia Cargo deal points to Wellcamp and Avalon
Australian Aviation reports a new MoU could bring Saudia Cargo freight operations to Toowoomba Wellcamp and Avalon airports.
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Newcastle Airport terminal earns green gong
Newcastle Airport’s new terminal has picked up sustainability recognition, with Australian Aviation reporting the late-2025 facility was assessed on efficiency and environmental performance.
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Vale Geoffrey Thomas, aviation journalist
Australian Aviation has reported the death of Geoffrey Thomas, a long-running aviation journalist, commentator and founder of AirlineRatings.com.
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Air Canada eyes Melbourne return from 2030
Air Canada has reportedly put Melbourne back on its long-range network radar, with a possible return from 2030.
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