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Transport minister says improved airport staff rostering will be in place from next month after near miss and ‘unacceptable’ delays

The Guardian - AU

Two workers temporarily stood down after near-collision at Sydney airport

Transport minister says improved staff rostering will be in place from next month after ‘unacceptable’ delays and incident involving Qatar Airways and Jetstar planes

The Guardian - AU

Budget Airline's Move to Charge for Overhead Bin Draws Backlash: 'A Masterclass in Gaslighting'

Jetstar will charge passengers for overhead storage from February 2027, sparking backlash. This comes as global airline fee policies diverge, with the EU mandating inclusive carry-on pricing.

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'More workers': simple fix to stop tarmac near-misses

Systematically failing to recruit enough air traffic controllers to cover for sickness and fatigue is being blamed as the leading cause of airport incidents.

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Jetstar and Qatar Airways planes in near-miss collision at Sydney airport

Officials says both aircraft stopped abruptly and a cabin crew member aboard the A320 was injured

The Independent UK

Jetstar and Qatar Airways near collision at Sydney Airport under investigation by Australian Transport Safety Bureau

Safety regulators are investigating a near collision between two passenger aircraft at Sydney Airport. A Jetstar pilot braked suddenly, avoiding a Qatar Airways jet under tow. One Jetstar cabin crew member sustained injuries during the abrupt stop. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the incident. Flights at Sydney…

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‘Not enough air traffic controllers’: safety concerns at Sydney airport after Jetstar and Qatar planes involved in near-miss

Planes narrowly avoid collision on tarmac with Jetstar A320 forced to ‘brake firmly’ as Qatar Boeing 777 towed into its path

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Planes' near-miss probed as airport battles staff woes

Two planes have avoided a nasty crash after they almost collided on the tarmac at Australia's busiest airport.

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Now Jetstar wants to charge extra for overhead bags. What are your options?

From February 2 2027, passengers on Jetstar will only be able to bring one small bag that fits under the seat for free. Anyone wanting to store a bag in the overhead locker will need to pay an additional fee, with prices varying by route.

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Every Jetstar flight is a rabid fight for survival. What’s one more humiliating ritual for the masses?

Will charging for carry-on luggage in overhead lockers turn us off flying with Jetstar? Of course not. They know this. They know their base

The Guardian - AU

‘Just an easy cash grab’: why Jetstar is charging customers for carry-on luggage

Add-on fees such as the new overhead locker baggage charge can make it more difficult to compare air fares, experts say

The Guardian - AU

Australian airline Jetstar will charge passengers to use the overhead lockers for their bags

Jetstar plans to charge passengers for using overhead compartments starting February 2027

The Independent UK

Australian airline Jetstar announces major change to baggage policy

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Australian airline to charge fee for carry-on bags in overhead lockers

Jetstar plans to levy fee from February next year

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Jetstar to charge extra for overhead cabin bags from February

Jetstar will charge passengers for storing larger carry-on bags in overhead lockers from February, while keeping one under-seat personal item free. The Australian low-cost airline said the new policy aims to speed up boarding and improve on-time departures by reducing competition for overhead bin space.

The Guardian - AU

Keep calm and carry on: two travellers weigh in on Jetstar’s new overhead locker baggage fees

Is the budget airline’s plan to charge for carry-on bag storage a tax on bad behaviour, or just plain old price gouging? Two Guardian staffers check in

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Jetstar risks backlash over new overhead baggage fees

Jetstar risks losing business after introducing a new charge for passengers who want to store their carry-on luggage in overhead lockers.

The Guardian - AU

Jetstar to charge fees to put carry-on luggage in overhead lockers

Airline to remove 7kg weight limit for carry-on bags and introduce new fee from February 2027

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NSW police charge woman with 62 offences over alleged threatening letters – as it happened

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‘It’s gonna be a long flight for you’: woman refuses to swap seats for a couple on Jetstar flight, and they don’t take it well

The woman claims that she had to ask Jetstar flight attendants to intervene after the woman started taking photos of her.

AAP

Teen to stand trial over attempted plane hijacking

A teenager accused of carrying a gun onto a packed commercial flight will face a Supreme Court jury after being committed to stand trial.

The Guardian - AU

Australian man arrested in Thailand after 17-year-old’s body found in suitcase

The 45-year-old was stopped at about 9.30pm on Friday while preparing to board a Jetstar flight to Perth, according to police and local media

The Conversation

Time’s running out to book Virgin flight credits before June 30. What are your refund rights?

Virgin Australia customers with around A$90 million in unused flight credits from COVID cancellations between April 2020 and July 2022 have just one week left to spend those credits – or lose the money.

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FED:Highly anticipated airport gets opening date confirmed

A long-awaited international airport finally has a firm opening date with hopes it will give customers more choice when they need to catch a flight.

AAP

'Transformative' airport to open with meagre schedule

An international airport will open with less than two dozen domestic flights a week, but it's hoped it can give passengers better travel options.

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