Virgin Australia suspends domestic flights during coronavirus crisis
4 years, 9 months ago

Virgin Australia suspends domestic flights during coronavirus crisis

ABC  

Virgin Australia is suspending all its domestic flights except for a single Sydney to Melbourne return service, which will run once per day, except for Saturdays. Key points: The airline will continue to monitor passenger numbers and adjust their capacity requirements as necessary It says it will continue to provide cargo transport and operate charter flights for essential workers and to assist the Government in bringing Australians home from overseas Virgin would not confirm any additional job losses, after previously announcing 8,000 workers would be stood down It is understood the suspension will start on Friday. A spokesperson for Virgin Australia said the airline would continue to monitor passenger numbers and adjust capacity requirements as necessary. "We continue to operate a daily service between Melbourne and Sydney, provide cargo transport locally and overseas, and operate charter flights including assisting the Government in bringing Australians home." Virgin Australia would not confirm any additional job losses, after previously announcing 8,000 workers would be stood down.

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Virgin Australia: Major change coming to flights means you may never have to leave your pet at home again
10 months ago

Virgin Australia: Major change coming to flights means you may never have to leave your pet at home again

Daily Mail  

Virgin Australia has announced it will become the country's first airline to allow pets onboard so they can travel with their owners. 'Our love for animals has always been in the Virgin Australia DNA and we are excited at the prospect of taking off with Australia's first-ever pets in cabin flights,' she said. Virgin Australia wants pet owners to be …

Has your flight been cancelled? Here's what your consumer rights are for refunds and rebooking
2 years, 6 months ago

Has your flight been cancelled? Here's what your consumer rights are for refunds and rebooking

ABC  

Airport delays and flight cancellations across the country show no sign of stopping as officials blame critical staff shortages, COVID-19 and extreme weather conditions. Key points: Weather and staff shortages have been blamed for the delays Most airlines offer alternative flights, accommodation or reimbursement Stranded passengers can also contact insurance providers or consumer watchdogs for help In Sydney, staff shortages, …

Qantas, Virgin, and Jetstar will scrap free flight flexibility as Covid pandemic eases
2 years, 8 months ago

Qantas, Virgin, and Jetstar will scrap free flight flexibility as Covid pandemic eases

Daily Mail  

Major Australian airlines will scrap free flight credits and flexibility as travel begins to return to normal after Covid-19 lockdowns. During the pandemic, the airlines introduced free flight credits and date changes so if customers had to isolate due to Covid, it would be of no extra cost to rearrange flights. Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin have scrapped free flexible travel …

Sydney-based Virgin Australia flight attendant tests positive for COVID-19 after flying to Brisbane, Melbourne and Gold Coast
3 years, 6 months ago

Sydney-based Virgin Australia flight attendant tests positive for COVID-19 after flying to Brisbane, Melbourne and Gold Coast

ABC  

A Virgin Australia cabin crew member has tested positive for COVID-19 after flying between major cities on the east coast. Key points: Virgin Australia says the crew member operated five services between Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and the Gold Coast It says the staff member was a close contact of a Sydney case, but they did not know that while working …

Virgin Australia is taking bookings for flights to Bali and Fiji in December
3 years, 7 months ago

Virgin Australia is taking bookings for flights to Bali and Fiji in December

Daily Mail  

Virgin Australia has delayed its planned resumption of international flights - but still intends to start services between Australia and Fiji and Bali before the end of 2021. Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said he assumed international travel would be limited through to mid next year, before adding all Australians would be offered a vaccine before the end of the year. Virgin …

Australia suspends direct passenger flights from India until May 15
3 years, 8 months ago

Australia suspends direct passenger flights from India until May 15

The Hindu  

Australia on Tuesday suspended all direct passenger flights from India with immediate effect until May 15 due to the "very significant" spike in COVID-19 cases, Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced. Addressing a press briefing after convening a Cabinet’s national security committee meeting, he said that the ban on arrivals from India would be reviewed before May 15. ''Today we agreed, …

Covid-19: Australia suspends passenger flights from India until May 15
3 years, 8 months ago

Covid-19: Australia suspends passenger flights from India until May 15

India TV News  

Australia has suspended all flights connecting it with India due to surge in Covid-19 cases in the country. Prime Minister Scott Morrison said that all direct passenger flights from India will be suspended until May 15, news agency ANI reported. The decision was taken during a meeting of Cabinet’s national security committee to consider the move to temporarily restrict flights …

International travel still up in the air for Australians as vaccine delays threaten timetable
3 years, 8 months ago

International travel still up in the air for Australians as vaccine delays threaten timetable

ABC  

Qantas says it has made no changes "at this stage" to its timetable for restarting international flights, as delays to Australia's COVID-19 vaccination program threaten to push back its plans. Key points: The Prime Minister has abandoned a target of offering all Australians their first COVID-19 vaccine dose by the end of October Qantas had been basing its plans to …

Flights Cancelled, Holidays In Disarray as Sydney Battles Pre-Christmas Coronavirus Outbreak
4 years ago

Flights Cancelled, Holidays In Disarray as Sydney Battles Pre-Christmas Coronavirus Outbreak

News 18  

SYDNEY: Dozens of domestic flights due to leave Sydney were cancelled on Monday and authorities issued more health alerts across the city, as Australia battled to contain a fresh COVID-19 outbreak in its largest city four days before Christmas. A new virus cluster, which was detected in Sydney’s northern coastal suburbs last week, grew to nearly 70 cases, prompting all …

Virgin Australia Announces 3,000 Job Cuts As It Plans to Revive Its Fortunes Under New Owners
4 years, 5 months ago

Virgin Australia Announces 3,000 Job Cuts As It Plans to Revive Its Fortunes Under New Owners

News 18  

Pandemic-struck airline Virgin Australia announced it would close budget subsidiary Tigerair Australia and lay off 3,000 staff as it prepares to relaunch under new owners. Virgin Australia said in an announcement to the Australian Securities Exchange on Wednesday that it would axe its budget Tigerair Australia brand and 3,000 jobs while retaining 6,000 staff. "Demand for domestic and short-haul international …

Virgin Australia to slash 3,000 jobs for slimmed post-coronavirus airline, Tiger brand dumped
4 years, 5 months ago

Virgin Australia to slash 3,000 jobs for slimmed post-coronavirus airline, Tiger brand dumped

ABC  

Virgin Australia has revealed plans to make about a third of its workforce redundant, with approximately 3,000 jobs expected to go under new owners Bain Capital, while 6,000 staff remain. Key points: Virgin Australia says it aims to operate with about 6,000 staff once travel returns to more normal levels The airline says that means around 3,000 staff will be …

Number of returning travellers allowed to enter Australia could be restricted as states carry coronavirus quarantine burden
4 years, 6 months ago

Number of returning travellers allowed to enter Australia could be restricted as states carry coronavirus quarantine burden

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has flagged the number of people coming into Australia could be further reduced to ease the burden on states and territories administering hotel quarantine. Key points: Mr Morrison will take a proposal to reduce international entries to National Cabinet Mr Morrison will take a proposal to reduce international entries to National Cabinet He says he wants …

Will airlines cancel flights this summer if there aren’t many passengers?
4 years, 6 months ago

Will airlines cancel flights this summer if there aren’t many passengers?

The Independent  

Q What is the minimum number of passengers in a flight in order for it to go ahead and not get cancelled? Wrapping the flights and hotel into a single transaction – which a travel agent could have done – means you would be due a full cash refund if the Foreign Office advises against travel. If the flight goes …

Virgin Australia stand-off at Perth Airport as planes seized as collateral against 'unpaid debts'
4 years, 8 months ago

Virgin Australia stand-off at Perth Airport as planes seized as collateral against 'unpaid debts'

ABC  

Perth Airport is using heavy machinery and company vehicles to block a number of Virgin Australia aircraft from taking off over what it says are significant unpaid debts. Key points: Perth Airport says Virgin owes $16 million for airfield and terminal use Perth Airport says Virgin owes $16 million for airfield and terminal use Four planes are currently being prevented …

Voluntary administration isn't a death sentence for Virgin Australia – or for competition
4 years, 8 months ago

Voluntary administration isn't a death sentence for Virgin Australia – or for competition

ABC  

With its plea for a $1.4 billion government loan rebuffed, Australia's second major airline has entered voluntary administration. For now, with almost all of Virgin Australia's fleet grounded and the Federal Government subsidising it flying a few critical routes, voluntary administration won't make much difference to customers. Administration is not a death sentence Virgin Australia isn't the first airline victim …

Coronavirus forced Virgin Australia into voluntary administration. Here's how the airline began
4 years, 8 months ago

Coronavirus forced Virgin Australia into voluntary administration. Here's how the airline began

ABC  

As the COVID-19 pandemic wreaks havoc around the world, Australians are hunkering down in their houses in a bid to avoid contact with the potentially deadly virus. In May 2011, the company announced its new name — Virgin Australia — and confirmed international airlines Pacific Blue and V Australia would also adopt the same branding. Virgin Australia is 90 per …

Virgin Australia collapses; enters voluntary administration after being hit by coronavirus crisis
4 years, 8 months ago

Virgin Australia collapses; enters voluntary administration after being hit by coronavirus crisis

Firstpost  

Australia’s second-biggest airline, Virgin Australia, collapsed on Tuesday, putting 16,000 jobs under threat as the cash-strapped carrier announced that it entered voluntary administration to recapitalise the business after being battered by the coronavirus pandemic, which has crippled the global airline industry Melbourne: Australia’s second-biggest airline, Virgin Australia, collapsed on Tuesday, putting 16,000 jobs under threat as the cash-strapped carrier announced …

Virgin Australia enters voluntary administration as coronavirus continues to batter airlines
4 years, 8 months ago

Virgin Australia enters voluntary administration as coronavirus continues to batter airlines

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN Business — Virgin Australia has collapsed into administration, one day after billionaire founder Richard Branson made a last-ditch appeal for government support for the country’s second biggest airline. The company said Tuesday that it had entered voluntary administration as it looked for money to revive its business, and that it eventually hoped to “emerge stronger on the …

Virgin Australia expected to go into voluntary administration, Deloitte tipped to step in
4 years, 8 months ago

Virgin Australia expected to go into voluntary administration, Deloitte tipped to step in

ABC  

Virgin Australia is expected to announce it will go into voluntary administration, with Deloitte tipped to step in to help the company restructure about $5 billion in debt and pay off its creditors, including worker entitlements. Key points: Virgin are expected to make the announcement to the ASX later this morning The airline is in prime position for takeover by …

Branson lashes out after Virgin Australia collapses
4 years, 8 months ago

Branson lashes out after Virgin Australia collapses

The Telegraph  

Sir Richard Branson attacked the Australian government for refusing to bail out Virgin Australia, as a rival airline in the UK was given the green light for taxpayer support. Virgin Australia has gone into voluntary administration due to impact of the coronavirus pandemic, the airline announced on Tuesday. In a statement to the Australian Stock Exchange, the business said: "Virgin …

Virgin Australia forced into voluntary administration, as Deloitte says 'there are no plans to make redundancies'
4 years, 8 months ago

Virgin Australia forced into voluntary administration, as Deloitte says 'there are no plans to make redundancies'

ABC  

Virgin Australia has entered voluntary administration, leaving the jobs of at least 15,000 airline workers and connected supply chain workers under a cloud. Key points: Virgin Australia is now being run by Deloitte administrators, who will work with the company on paying off its debts Virgin Group founder Richard Branson has vowed that the airline will be "back up and …

Virgin Australia pilot calls for a last-minute lifeline as company approaches insolvency
4 years, 8 months ago

Virgin Australia pilot calls for a last-minute lifeline as company approaches insolvency

ABC  

Virgin Australia captain George Kailis has been flying planes for almost 20 years, but fears for himself and his co-workers as the company looks likely to enter into voluntary administration. Key points: Virgin Australia is on the edge of insolvency, with about $5 billion in debt Pilots want the Federal Government to step in with a $1.4 billion bailout Credit …

Queensland and NSW governments in Virgin bailout stoush amid deepening concern over coronavirus tourism shutdown
4 years, 8 months ago

Queensland and NSW governments in Virgin bailout stoush amid deepening concern over coronavirus tourism shutdown

ABC  

A Queensland Minister has warned New South Wales Treasurer Dominic Perrottet to "back off" in a rapidly growing stoush between the two state governments over the future of Virgin Australia. Key points: Cameron Dick vows to "bring a bazooka" to the fight for Virgin Australia Queensland and NSW are both chasing the airline's headquarters Both states are aiming to use …

Virgin Australia offered $200m coronavirus lifeline by Queensland Government
4 years, 8 months ago

Virgin Australia offered $200m coronavirus lifeline by Queensland Government

ABC  

The Queensland Government is offering $200 million to help rescue Virgin Australia, which is headquartered in Brisbane, but says it will not be enough to keep the airline afloat. Key points: Queensland's funding is conditional on the Federal Government leading a response Other states and territories are asked to chip in Virgin Australia would also need to restructure debt, keep …

If Virgin Australia disappears from our skies, which airline will take its place?
4 years, 8 months ago

If Virgin Australia disappears from our skies, which airline will take its place?

ABC  

Virgin Australia's time is almost up. It argues that given the airline's revenue is three times higher than Virgin's, if Virgin gets a $1.4 billion loan from the Government, Qantas should get $4.2 billion. Virgin Australia's boss has urged the Federal Government to help the airline stay afloat with a $1.4 billion loan. Ms King said Prime Minister Scott Morrison …

Virgin Australia, Qantas receive government backing for domestic flights as coronavirus continues to hit aviation sector
4 years, 8 months ago

Virgin Australia, Qantas receive government backing for domestic flights as coronavirus continues to hit aviation sector

ABC  

Virgin and Qantas will get Federal Government support to keep flying domestic routes as the aviation sector flounders during the coronavirus outbreak. Key points: Virgin will run flights between Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Adelaide and Perth Virgin will run flights between Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Adelaide and Perth Passengers who want to rebook a cancelled flight are advised to use …

Virgin Australia goes into trading halt as it ponders financial options to stay afloat
4 years, 8 months ago

Virgin Australia goes into trading halt as it ponders financial options to stay afloat

ABC  

Virgin Australia has gone into a trading halt ahead of an expected announcement. Key points: Virgin Australia may not get a Government bailout but is considering other financial options to survive The Government says it is working with Qantas and Virgin to ensure their key domestic routes get subsidised Aviation experts fear Virgin will struggle to survive beyond six months …

Regional cancer patients left stranded without vital treatment due to Virgin, Qantas flight cancellations
4 years, 8 months ago

Regional cancer patients left stranded without vital treatment due to Virgin, Qantas flight cancellations

ABC  

Families of cancer patients in remote communities are now confronting 3,000-kilometre road trips for life-saving treatment, after flights to major centres in WA have been cancelled without notice. Key points: Cancer patients have been left stranded after flights have been cut without warning to and from regional centres in WA Some patients have had to face 1,600km road trips to …

Government talking with Qantas and Virgin Australia about subsidising coronavirus-hit city flights
4 years, 8 months ago

Government talking with Qantas and Virgin Australia about subsidising coronavirus-hit city flights

ABC  

The Federal Government is in talks with the major airlines about subsidising domestic flights in a bid to keep Qantas and Virgin Australia in the air. Key points: The Deputy Prime Minister spoke with the bosses of the major airlines at the weekend Michael McCormack says there are ongoing talks about subsidising domestic flights It comes as the Government urges …

Virgin Australia is running out of cash and facing downgrades as coronavirus grounds planes, costs jobs
4 years, 9 months ago

Virgin Australia is running out of cash and facing downgrades as coronavirus grounds planes, costs jobs

ABC  

Virgin Australia is rapidly running out of cash, with aviation experts warning it has six months at most to find a solution before it collapses. Key points: Ratings agency Fitch has now downgraded its outlook on Virgin CEO Paul Scurrah argues the company should be given a $1.4 billion government loan Senior Cabinet ministers and critics argue the Federal Government …

Virgin Australia seeks $1.4 billion coronavirus bailout, Qantas says if that happens, it wants $4.2 billion
4 years, 9 months ago

Virgin Australia seeks $1.4 billion coronavirus bailout, Qantas says if that happens, it wants $4.2 billion

ABC  

Virgin Australia has lifted out of a temporary trading halt, after confirming reports that it has asked the Federal Government for a $1.4 billion loan to help it through the coronavirus crisis. Key points: Qantas says if Virgin Australia gets $1.4 billion from the Government, it should get $4.2 billion There is speculation a bailout could involve the Government becoming …

Virgin Australia demands a $1.6BILLION loan to save the struggling airline from collapse
4 years, 9 months ago

Virgin Australia demands a $1.6BILLION loan to save the struggling airline from collapse

Daily Mail  

Virgin Australia is seeking a $1.4billion dollar bailout package from the Federal Government to ensure the airline survives the coronavirus crisis. Virgin CEO Paul Scurrah made the request last week, telling the government the carrier didn't need the cash immediately, but it would if the pandemic continued beyond six months Meanwhile, Virgin Australia last week accused its rival Qantas of …

Coronavirus crisis sees Virgin Australia slash domestic capacity, Tigerair suspends flights, 8,000 workers to be stood down
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus crisis sees Virgin Australia slash domestic capacity, Tigerair suspends flights, 8,000 workers to be stood down

ABC  

Virgin Australia has announced further cuts as the coronavirus crisis continues to savage the airline industry, saying it is reducing its domestic capacity by 90 per cent and temporarily standing down 8,000 of its 10,000 staff. Key points: More than 100 domestic aircraft will be grounded The 8,000 staff being stood down will take leave without pay The airline is …

Virgin boss seeks ACCC probe into Qantas comments on bailing out airline amid coronavirus pandemic
4 years, 9 months ago

Virgin boss seeks ACCC probe into Qantas comments on bailing out airline amid coronavirus pandemic

ABC  

Australia's two major airlines are locked in a bitter battle for survival, with Virgin Australia asking the consumer watchdog to investigate whether Qantas is using the coronavirus pandemic to permanently ground its fierce competitor. Key points: The Virgin CEO has asked the ACCC to investigate his Qantas counterpart's criticism of suggestions about bailing out the airline Qantas CEO Alan Joyce …

Virgin Australia grounds international fleet amid coronavirus pandemic
4 years, 9 months ago

Virgin Australia grounds international fleet amid coronavirus pandemic

ABC  

Virgin Australia is grounding its international fleet in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with some aviation experts warning the company may fail to survive the crisis despite Federal Government stimulus measures. Key points: Virgin Australia's international services will be suspended from March 30 to June 14 The airline is also slashing domestic capacity by half Qantas and Jetstar announced yesterday …

Virgin Australia suspends ALL international flights due to coronavirus
4 years, 9 months ago

Virgin Australia suspends ALL international flights due to coronavirus

Daily Mail  

Virgin Australia is suspending all its international flights due to the coronavirus outbreak. Virgin Australia has suspended all international flights in the face of coronavirus Flights will operate on a reduced schedule from Wednesday, but many will still run until March 30 to ensure Australians abroad can catch a flight home. On Tuesday, Qantas and Jetstar slashed 90 per cent …

Coronavirus Australia: Government gives airlines $715m bailout
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus Australia: Government gives airlines $715m bailout

Daily Mail  

Australian airlines will be handed a $715million bailout package to save them from collapse as thousands of travellers cancel their holidays amid the coronavirus pandemic. A family wearing face masks are seen arriving at Sydney airport on Monday as all arrivals into the country are told to self-isolate Melbourne airport sat empty on Friday afternoon as thousands of tourists stayed …

Virgin Australia's share price falls to below 10 cents as S&P gives airline negative outlook
4 years, 10 months ago

Virgin Australia's share price falls to below 10 cents as S&P gives airline negative outlook

Daily Mail  

Virgin Australia's share price is now worth less than 10 cents - sparking fears the airline could collapse as coronavirus stops Chinese tourists from visiting Australia. Virgin Australia's share price is now worth just 9.7 cents - sparking fears the airline could collapse as coronavirus stops Chinese tourists from visiting Australia. Tom Youl, an aviation analyst with IBISWorld, said Virgin …

How Australia's travel industry has become VERY ill due to coronavirus
4 years, 10 months ago

How Australia's travel industry has become VERY ill due to coronavirus

Daily Mail  

Airlines are in a full blown 'price war' as Australians scrap their holidays in droves over fears of a coronavirus pandemic. Pictured are plight attendants wearing masks at Brisbane Airport Travellers, wearing masks as a precautionary measure to avoid due to coronavirus, are seen at Salgado Filho airport in Porto Alegre, Brazil, where new cases have been reported Qantas slashed …

Virgin Australia's Tigerair axes five domestic routes, citing impacts of coronavirus
4 years, 10 months ago

Virgin Australia's Tigerair axes five domestic routes, citing impacts of coronavirus

ABC  

Budget airline Tigerair will axe five domestic routes and cut its fleet by a third, with regional centres the hardest hit. Key points: Virgin Australia has scrapped mostly regional Tigerair routes and reduced its fleet in response to ongoing losses The company says the coronavirus crisis is having a "weakening effect" on international and domestic travel One aviation expert says …

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