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The second-largest airline in Australia, which is also part of the Virgin Group.
Concerns pile up after infected Virgin Australia crew works on 5 flights
After Virgin Australia cabin crew was found to have Covid, sending passengers and crews from 5 flights to…
2021-06-28
Virgin Australia to hire 250 new employees
The Chief Executive Officer of Virgin Australia Group Jayne Hrdlicka hinted at the new vacancies in the company…
2021-05-20
Virgin Australia plans to add 10 Boeing 737s, hire staff
On April 15, 2021, the Brisbane-based air carrier said it would re-acquire 10 Boeing 737-800s, with the first…
2021-04-15
Kiwis and kangaroos’ reunite: Australia & New Zealand to open travel bubble
As Australia and New Zealand are preparing to open a two-way travel bubble, Qantas and Air New Zealand…
2021-04-06
Virgin Australia to lease up to 9 Boeing 737s betting on domestic demand
Virgin Australia appears to have changed its plans about the Boeing 737 fleet reduction. The Australian air carrier…
2021-03-17
Virgin Australia holds its first Pride Flight
Virgin Australia completed a Pride Flight ahead of the country’s largest annual Parade, which is scheduled to take…
2021-03-05
Virgin Australia tempts travelers with ultra-luxurious lounge
On February 23, 2021, Virgin Australia presented its newest luxurious lounge at Adelaide Airport (ADL). Virgin Australia CEO…
2021-02-23
Australian couple holds wedding on Virgin Australia flight [Video]
Virgin Australia flight VA841 probably will become momentous not only for airline passengers but also for its employees.…
2021-02-18
Qantas, Virgin Australia and Rex in airfare battle to lure travelers
In the airfare battle among Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Rex Airlines, customers might be the ultimate winners.…
2021-02-10
Virgin Australia changes Boeing 737 MAX order
Virgin Australia Group announced it had reached an agreement with Boeing to restructure its previous Boeing 737 MAX…
2020-12-09
Bain Capital steps further into takeover of Virgin Australia
Bain Capital, an American private investment firm, made a step further in the saga of Virgin Australia Airlines…
2020-11-11
Virgin Australia has $75 million unpaid dues, lessor claims
Aviation PLC (AVAP), a Singapore-based commercial passenger aircraft leasing company, made financial claims on its debtor Virgin Australia…
2020-10-26
Tigerair Australia suspends operations for foreseeable future
Tigerair Australia, low-cost subsidiary of Virgin Australia, has declared the discontinuation of its brand while the parent company…
2020-10-22
Virgin Australia axes booking change fee, bids on holiday season
Virgin Australia announced that it will temporarily eliminate the booking change fee and allow for unlimited booking changes…
2020-10-22
Rex to expand, take on Qantas and Virgin Australia directly
Australian regional airline Rex announced a plan to launch domestic major city jet operations on March 1, 2021.…
2020-10-22
Reports suggest fate of Virgin Australia CEO hangs in balance
Virgin Australia chief executive Paul Scurrah can be replaced in the nearest future due to disagreements with airline’s…
2020-10-22
The last goodbye: Tiger Airways shuts down
Tiger Airways Australia has officially shut down after parent company Virgin Australia’s new owner Bain Capital decided to…
2020-10-22
Virgin Australia: fewer 737s, uncertain on 737 MAX, twin-aisles
Virgin Australia, which is still operating under voluntary administration conditions, confirmed that its future does include fewer Boeing…
2020-10-22