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The Latest Breaking News from Virgin Australia

How did a vape trigger an urgent call on a Virgin Australia domestic flight?

What happened on board, and are vapes considered a fire risk on flights? Here’s what you need to know

The Guardian - AU

Vape bursts into flames on Virgin Australia flight

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The Independent UK

Vape sparks cabin fire on Virgin Australia flight bound for Melbourne

No injuries reported after device burst into flames on Virgin Australia flight

The Independent UK

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Virgin Australia flight met by firefighters at Melbourne airport after smoke seen coming from vape

Passenger on Flight VA 328 alerted the crew who responded by ‘containing the device’ before plane landed

The Guardian - AU

Qantas lifts international fares as war hits fuel costs

Qantas and Air NZ say the Iran war has caused a huge spike in the cost of jet fuel, while Virgin Australia's code-sharing flights to Doha have been cancelled.

AAP

Virgin leaders join Qantas on airport costs warning

Australia's second-largest airline is out of administration and back-paying taxes, but warns rising industry costs could put air travel out of reach for some.

AAP

Woman shoots her shot mid-flight with a note to a ‘cute guy’. She never expected what came next

Everyone has at least once had an airport crush. You’re mid-flight, the cabin lights are dimmed, and you spot a total stranger. And somehow, they make a three-hour layover in Brisbane seem like a romantic comedy.

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Australian Woman Goes Viral After Writing Love Note To “Cute Guy” She Spotted On Flight

“We’re on the edge of our seats."

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The big change coming for charging devices on planes

Bans on using portable chargers on planes are about to be rolled out across Australia as the major airlines respond to a spate of on-board fires.

AAP

Jetstar cancels 90 domestic flights across Australia after global Airbus A320 recall

Immediate software update ordered by Airbus after US mid-air incident causes airport disruption across Australia and New Zealand

The Guardian - AU

These Australian airlines have banned ‘fire hazard’ items from plane cabins

Earlier this month, a Qantas business lounge had to be evacuated after a passenger’s power bank burst into flames

The Independent UK

Virgin Australia flight catches fire on runway as firefighters rush to tackle blaze

Flight VA454 was met by emergency services moments after landing

The Independent UK

Australian airline allows pets in the cabin for the first time

Furry friends can now take to the skies for a small additional fee

The Independent UK

Waste is the new oil: why Aussie export may be rubbish

Cutting emissions from long-haul flights, shipping and trucking remains a challenge but one solution could put Australia in an enviable position.

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Would you pay for an empty seat? This European budget airline has launched a neighbour-free upgrade

A 2023 consumer survey found that 42 per cent of passengers would consider paying a fee to have the middle seat empty.

The Independent UK

Virgin launches ‘neighbour-free seating’ auctions on flights

Prices for the service start at AU$30 (£14)

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Doctor Kicked Out For Pumping Breast Milk At Airport Exposes Health Risks Of Breastfeeding Stigma

“What mothers really want isn’t a special room. It’s to be able to feed their baby without feeling like they’ve committed a crime,” the doctor said.

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‘Would you be comfortable feeding your child in the toilet?’: Mother-of-two lashes out on Virgin Australia employee for asking her to leave for a bizarre reason

A Women’s Health GP Specialist and a breastfeeding mother to twins, Dr. Elise Turner, took to her social media to reveal a shocking incident that happened to her while she was transiting through Melbourne from Perth via Virgin Australia airlines.

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Doctor Furious After Virgin Australia Staff Kicked Her Out Of Lounge For Pumping Breast Milk

The staff member ignored an important piece of Australian legislation that protects the rights of mothers to breastfeed in public.

AAP

Former CEO getting $50m payout from Virgin Australia

After receiving below-market compensation for years, former Virgin Australia boss Jayne Hrdlicka is getting more than $50 million following its successful IPO.

The Independent UK

Passengers told to pee in bottles after toilets stop working on Virgin flight

Those on board described a ‘foul smell’

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Virgin’s 1 Point Rewards Store Is Coming To Melbourne & The Prizes Are Wild

From Dyson Airwraps to Bose headphones, the deals are (almost) too good to be true.

International Business Times UK

Aviation Accident And Incidents 2025 Continue As Virgin Plane In Melbourne Airport Collides With Tug Vehicle

A Virgin Australia plane with a tug vehicle at Melbourne Airport during towing, causing visible damage but no injuries.

The Guardian - AU

Could my power bank start a fire on board a plane? Here are the rules and the risks

Rules around lithium-ion batteries in spotlight after a portable charger caught fire on an Australian flight – but experts say risk is no higher in mid-air

The Independent UK

Fire breaks out on Virgin Australia plane mid-flight likely due to power bank

Airline says passenger and crew de-boarded safely after incident

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