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I just didn't think it was hugely helpful to those who have a nice bank of QF pts but not enough for Classic Plus. I am sure people will be looking hard at the VA/QR tie up and the perhaps improved chances for rewards through that arrangement, but that is a whole other topic.

I did A to C gates on a 65min transit a few months ago. Take train from A to B, then an internal taxi to C. Our bags made it too.

Yes, but doesn't help those that are primarily QFF pts holders.

The Australian has picked up on the discussion as to whether CRs are being reduced in favour of Classic Plus. https://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/aviation/qantas-defends-difficulty-in-finding-classic-rewards-seats-as-frequent-flyers-speak-out/news-story/443bdbe61b3ecf18a23621d84fd4095b

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School holidays/Easter are mid-April, so perhaps worth a try for March. Not sure when the blackout period would start.

What about this one:

Power to vital components lost at 4 mins before landing points to something quite significant occurring that seems to go against so much of the commentary around the resilience of electrical systems in the 737.

Cronulla

Nothing from Emirates yet (not flying until early May 25) but Smartraveller is putting out the message: From 8 January, Australians visiting the UK who don't need a visa for short stays or who don't have any other UK immigration status, will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to...

The latest article based on ATSB source says that a high exhaust temp, that could suggest engine issues, led to the decision to abort the take-off...

Those trees are very old, and that underpass is usually very busy. Lucky work not back in full swing yet.

The Australian seems to have substantially revised their earlier take: It’s understood the 787 with 289 people on-board was accelerating along runway 34 when the flight crew rejected the takeoff at high speed. As the aircraft came to a screeching halt on the runway, emergency services leapt...

More aircraft shortages, or some other reason do you think? I recently had 2xPE seats released on QF291 on 30/4. I would guess success will be much less likely for the 7 weeks when flights are reduced. And options for disruptions will be tighter.

What about the version (second-hand) in the OZ: The Herald Sun reports two of the plane’s wheels exploded, and that the flight was forced to “slam on the emergency brakes” just moments before it attempted to take to the air. Could turn out to be a little back to front.

Managed to visit St Petersburg twice, once by rail from Finland and once on a Baltic cruise (both were wonderful), so can live without another visit to Russia. Our one that got away was a combined Israel and Egypt tour, that has been cancelled twice, the first by Covid and the second one by...

North Cronulla

Speculation can only ever be countered by facts, and there seems precious few facts so far. Even flight radar has not shown those last crucial moments, and it may be quite some time until the FDR/CVR are available. In the mean time people have to make judgements about whether to get on a Jeju...

Quiet NYE in, with lobster and other hot seafood, and some Pinot Noir Chardonnay bubbles. Happy and prosperous New Year, and safe travels to all.

Booked for May/June 2025. QF CR SYD-SIN on QF291 in PE. 2 nights CP Changi. EK355/11 SIN-LGW, returning on EK16/348, all in J. 2 nights CP Changi. SQ211 SIN-SYD in Y (day flight).