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Why budget airlines are outperforming major carriers in reliability
Budget airlines have emerged as the leaders in punctuality and reliability, surpassing the country’s major legacy carriers.
According to recent data from the Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economics (BITRE), Bonza and Jetstar have outperformed Virgin Australia and Qantas in terms of on-time performance and cancellation rates for the month of February.
Bonza, a relatively new player in the aviation industry, achieved the highest on-time arrivals and departures, boasting an impressive 81.7% rate.
Meanwhile, Jetstar, operating a significantly higher number of flights, followed closely behind with a 76.1% on-time arrival rate.
Flight cancellations reach record highs
One of the key factors contributing to the success of budget airlines like Jetstar is the utilisation of newer aircraft, along with the recruitment of additional frontline staff.
Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson.
Streamlined operations
By streamlining check-in and boarding processes, Jetstar has been able to improve its punctuality and reliability, much to the satisfaction of its customers.
Similarly, Bonza has attributed its consistent performance to a dedicated team and strategic partnerships.
With a focus on delivering a quality experience at affordable prices, Bonza has maintained its position at the top of on-time arrivals for six out of the last seven months.
In contrast, major carriers like Qantas have faced challenges in maintaining their schedules, particularly due to industrial action and strikes affecting operations in Western Australia.
Despite these setbacks, Qantas remains optimistic about its trajectory, with efforts underway to enhance reliability and restore pre-pandemic performance levels.
As the aviation industry continues to evolve, the success of budget airlines underscores the importance of efficiency and customer satisfaction in driving competitiveness.
A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister crashed on Sunday as it was crossing mountain terrain in heavy fog.
The official said the lives of Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian were “at risk following the helicopter crash”, which happened on the way back from a visit to the border with Azerbaijan in Iran’s northwest.
“We are still hopeful but information coming from the crash site is very concerning,” the official told Reuters, speaking on condition of anonymity.
State TV quoted an official as saying at least one passenger and one crew member had been in contact with rescuers. It also said the helicopter had been found, though Iran’s Red Crescent denied this report.
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who holds ultimate power with a final say on foreign policy and Iran’s nuclear programme, sought to reassure Iranians, saying there would be no disruption to state affairs. #iran #trending
Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.
The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.
The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.
Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.
Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured
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