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Politics
Andrew Brown

Flight upgrades still clear for take-off despite outcry

An aviation expert says flight upgrades for frequent users like politicians are a business decision. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)

The practice of airlines giving out upgrades to high-profile travellers is unlikely to end soon despite the furore over the prime minister's travel arrangements, an aviation expert says.

A political storm has emerged after a book claimed Anthony Albanese received 22 upgrades from economy from Qantas and would liaise personally with the airline's ex-chief executive Alan Joyce for the perks.

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