The Latest Breaking News from Sydney Airport

Airport declared safe by minister despite near misses

Fatigue among air traffic control staff is being investigated by the transport safety bureau as a potential factor in recent near misses on airport runways.

AAP · Sep 30

Sydney Airport hit by flight delays, cancellations as air traffic controller shortage bites

Sydney Airport experienced flight delays and cancellations due to controller staffing issues. Airservices Australia implemented measures to manage aviation demand safely. These disruptions occur while investigations into recent near-miss incidents continue. The agency is actively recruiting more air traffic controllers for future needs. Senior executives will also address the Senate…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

Airport runway collisions and near-misses are happening more frequently, 22 years of data show

Four close calls on Sydney Airport runways in as many weeks have put air traffic management in the spotlight.

The Conversation · Aug 25

What’s behind Sydney airport’s heavy delays and near-miss incident?

Air traffic controllers are short-staffed and exhausted – and new recruits face a difficult aptitude test and must train in Melbourne

The Guardian - AU · Aug 12

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 · Aug 10

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…

The Economic Times · Aug 9

‘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

The Guardian - AU · Aug 9

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.

AAP · Aug 9

Sydney airport hits a standstill: Why dozens of flights were trapped on the tarmac for hours

A staffing problem inside Sydney Airport's control tower caused significant flight delays on Friday. Over one hundred departing flights faced extended waits, affecting many passengers. Airservices Australia implemented temporary traffic management measures to ensure safety. Airlines criticized the disruption, questioning operational resilience at the busy hub. Normal airport capacity was…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Aussie travellers on the go as Asian airport hubs shine

Australians still have the travel bug, despite the uncertain geopolitical environment created by the Middle East crisis, according to our busiest airport.

AAP · Apr 28