ROUTESJan 30, 2026Virgin Australia Ends Canberra International Drought with Historic Nonstop Bali ServiceResidents of the nation’s capital are officially swapping their winter coats for boarding passes as Virgin Australia prepares to bridge the gap between the frosty Australian Highlands and the tropical shores of Indonesia. Starting June 22, 2026, Virgin Australia will become the only Australia-based carrier to operate international services from Canberra Airport, launching a highly anticipated nonstop link to Denpasar (Bali). Read More →
NEWSJan 26, 2026Delta Air Lines Commits $250 Million to Forge a New Southern PowerhouseIn a move that cements the "Silicon Hills" as a primary theatre of war for North American aviation supremacy, Delta Air Lines has today, January 26, 2026, finalised a staggering $250 million investment into Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Read More →
NEWSJan 05, 2026Cessna 172 Bursts into Flames After ‘Heavy Landing’ at Adelaide’s Parafield AirportEmergency services rushed to Parafield Airport (YPPF) today, January 5, 2026, following a dramatic aircraft accident that left a light plane engulfed in flames. Despite the intensity of the fire, which sent thick plumes of black smoke over Adelaide’s northern suburbs.Read More →
TRIP REPORTSDec 10, 2025Maiden Brazil: Virgin Australia Welcomes the Iconic Embraer E2Known for its aging intrastate fleets and unmatched concentration of Fokker 100s, Perth Airport has been a time capsule for aviation enthusiasts. Now, Virgin Australia Regional Airlines is breaking tradition with the arrival of the cutting-edge Embraer E190-E2, ushering in a new era for Western Australian air travel.Read More →
NEWSSep 23, 2025Sydney Airport Nearly Closes Down due to Air Traffic Controller ShortageSydney Airport, Australia’s busiest aviation hub, was just hours from a total shutdown of all departing flights last Friday due to a sudden shortage of available air traffic controllers.Read More →
NEWSOct 04, 2024Qantas to Rescue Stranded Australians in Lebanon with Special 787 FlightsQantas is offering free flights for Australians looking to leave Lebanon next week. See what flights are currently scheduled and find out how stranded nationals can contact the Australian Government.Read More →
NEWSSep 24, 2024Coffee Stain Costs Couple $3,000 for New Flight to BaliA couple was prevented from boarding a Virgin Australia plane to Bali over a stain. Read what the couple had to say about getting halted at the check-in counter and Virgin's response to the media.Read More →
NEWSAug 20, 2024Passengers Stranded for Over 20 Hours After Pilot Taxis Swiss 777 Into GrassA Boeing 777 got stuck in grass during an emergency stop in Kazakhstan, leaving over 300 passengers stranded. See how Swiss International Airlines responded and how the flight was able to continue.Read More →
ROUTESAug 07, 2024First-Ever Norway-Australia Nonstop Flight Operated By Norse Atlantic AirwaysLiving up to its slogan of being “The Explorer's Airline,” Norse Atlantic Airways made history on Sunday with the completion of its first-ever nonstop charter flight from Norway to Australia.Read More →
NEWSJun 18, 2024Possible Bird Strike Causes Passenger Plane To Burst into Flames Mid-AirA suspected bird strike has caused a Virgin Australia plane to make an emergency landing in New Zealand after one of its engines caught fire shortly after takeoff. The Melbourne-bound flight left Queenstown on Monday evening with footage emerging later that appeared to show fire coming from the Boeing 737-800.Read More →
