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    Qantas’s next regional aircraft?

    Looks like it will be Ospreys LOL.
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    2026 points for a stay in Asia

    Receive a one off bonus 2026 points for a stay in Asia. Enjoy 2026 bonus Reward points! Book by 16 February 2026 Stay by 30 April 2026 At participating hotels in Asia Come back to more rewards Reconnect with the experiences you’ve been missing and make your next stay unforgettable. Earn 2026...
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    Up to 100% more points until Feb 16

    Aeroplan have a bonus offer of up to 100% more points which kicks in at 80000 (C$3000), it’s 50% at 5000 and 75% at 30k https://aeroplan.points.com/air-canada-kilo/sso/buy?
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    Bonus nights promo due this week

    Marriott normally kick of a bonus nights promo at the start of the year, keep an eye out this week based on the last few years schedules. 1,000 Bonus Points + Extra Elite Qualifying Night For Each Paid Night February 11 – April 28, 2025 Was the last one.
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    Why I find delays/cancellations threads tiresome

    If you travel often enough you will realise that delays and cancellations are part of being a frequent flyer. What’s always left me feeling sad is the treatment staff get when such delays occur. It’s not the staff’s fault that you’re not getting to where you want to go when you want to go. So...
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    Melbourne Passenger Capacity Issues

    Today there are massive delays for inbound international customers, with 25000 passengers scheduled to use the 18 smart gates (more than the QFd side will see). Oh dear
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    Vale the crew of Tanker 134 six years ago today

    Today marks the sixth anniversary of the crash of Tanker 134, a C130, near Cooma, doing a drop without a lead in aircraft which is unusual.
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    CZ brings back free transit accomodation

    From 1 January 2026 to 30 June 2026, China Southern Airlines will offer Australia passengers who are qualified for free transit accommodation a free stay for one night (including a free breakfast) and transportation between the terminal and the hotel. For the length of stay and the breakfast...
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    Radisson signs Brisbane Property

    Radisson has signed a 59-room Brisbane hotel slated to open in 2026, as part of the group’s development strategy in the region ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Sixty-Five Hotel Brisbane, a member of Radisson Individuals, has been signed by Radisson Hotel Group, advancing its...
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    First MC-55 on delivery for RAAF

    First MC-55 is apparently on its delivery flight, a number of years late. These aircraft replace the P3C’s that were modified for ELINT ops ( A9-657 & A9-660) and were the last to retire in Dec 23. Despite being part of 11SQN I believe these will be based at Williamtown rather than SA Photo...
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    Accor & Revo Hotels in Europe parting ways (Revo group in financial strife)

    Some 250 hotels of which 50 or so are Accor branded including the Pullman Berlin are facing an uncertain future https://revo-hospitality-group.com/portfolio/hotels/?parent_brand=Accor...
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    Earn an extra 125SC with Business Flyer

    https://www.velocityfrequentflyer.com/offer?cctp=vffld_virginaustralia:fly-for-business:business-flyer:offers&promo_code=RD120241 Want business travel with more give? We're giving Velocity members a chance to boost their Status with up to 125 bonus Status Credits when they activate this offer...
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    Kris Flyer Gold after 4 flights for linked Marriott Bonvoy Plats and above

    Interesting promo Marriott Bonvoy® and KrisFlyer Preferred Partnership
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    Sky traders approved for Mel Los Angeles Charter flights

    Ok you lot, not more complaints about midlife A319 equipment from NTL-PER, from now on any complaints made will result in the lucky AFF’er being assigned to the newly approved Skytraders charter services MEL-NAN-HNL-VNY. yes, Melbourne to Los Angeles. Your stewardess call button will be disabled...
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    Luxury escapes launched Male direct flights ex Melbourne

    A new non-stop Melbourne to Malé seasonal service operated by Luxury Escapes provided by Maldivian, is slated to take off from May 2026. The new direct 11-hour service will be made exclusively available for Luxury Escapes customers and can only be booked in conjunction with a Luxury Escapes...
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    Thai goes to piece concept for baggage from March 26

    Thai Airways announces a new baggage policy under the Piece Concept To enhance the travel experience and elevate service standards in line with leading global airlines, Thai Airways will transition its baggage policy from the Weight Concept to the Piece Concept, which defines baggage allowances...
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    Operation Kenny strikes back

    If you happen to notice a lot more USAF C17 activity at present, it’s because we have been invaded by up to 20 of them for Exercise Kenny strikes back. Photo of a couple at Nowra posted on the museums Facebook page 9 others flew into Richmond yesterday...
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    Radisson signs Samoa’s Return to Paradise Resort

    Samoa’s Return to Paradise Resort is set to join Radisson Hotel Group (RHG), marking a first-time partnership between an international hotel group and a fully Samoan-owned and operated resort. The 117-room resort, located on the Return to Paradise Beach in Lefaga, joins the Radisson Individuals...
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    Bye bye Family and Friends rates

    Website now says rate not available beyond Dec 31, however I am seeing rates in August next year, so maybe not bookable after New Year’s Eve?
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    MH Adelaide adjustments (frequency and opp aircraft)

    Malaysia Airlines this week adjusted planned Kuala Lumpur – Adelaide service during Northern summer 2026 season, on/after 29MAR26. The oneWorld member will maintain 1 daily flight, instead of initially filed 5 weekly. From 19APR26, 2 of 7 weekly flights to be operated by A330-900neo, instead of...
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