Aviation
Qantas Reintroduces Airbus A380 Flights to Dallas/Fort Worth
Qantas Airways has announced a series of updates to its international network, including the return of its iconic Airbus A380 to the Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) route.
Starting August 11, 2025, Qantas will resume operating the A380 between Sydney (SYD) and DFW, reinstating a service that was paused during the pandemic. The route will follow the existing schedule, with QF7 departing Sydney at 12:10 PM and arriving in Dallas at 12:30 PM, and QF8 leaving Dallas at 10:40 PM to arrive back in Sydney at 6:55 AM, two days later.
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The airline’s decision to bring back the A380s comes as demand for long-haul travel continues to rise. While the fleet consists of 10 aircraft, not all have been reactivated since being grounded during the pandemic. Currently, Qantas also deploys its A380s on other major routes including Sydney to Johannesburg (JNB), London (LHR), Los Angeles (LAX), and Singapore (SIN).
In addition to the return of the A380, qantas airways has introduced new services and adjustments across its network. A new route from Brisbane (BNE) to Palau (ROR) has been launched, and the Boeing 787 Dreamliner has been reintroduced for flights between Brisbane and Los Angeles (LAX) as well as Auckland (AKL).
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Meanwhile, the airline has decided to discontinue its mainline service from Sydney to Seoul (ICN). Starting mid-June 2025, the route will be operated by Jetstar, Qantas’ low-cost subsidiary, which will increase the frequency from four flights per week to a daily service.
These changes come as Qantas looks to redeploy its mainline aircraft to other routes experiencing strong demand, qantas entertainment movie list with Qantas Group International CEO Mr. Cam Wallace noting the airline’s strategic adjustments to meet evolving travel patterns.
Aviation
Air India’s US Service Takes a Hit with 60 Flight Cancellations This Peak Season
Air India, owned by the Tata Group, has announced the cancellation of around 60 US-bound flights scheduled for the busy travel months of November and December.
Traditionally, airfares between India and the US climb significantly during this period, and these cancellations are anticipated to push prices even higher, impacting both non-stop and connecting routes.
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The affected flights air india new routes include those from Delhi to Washington, San Francisco, Chicago, and New York, along with flights from Mumbai to New York. Currently, Air India remains the only Indian airline offering direct services to the US.
The airline attributed the cancellations to delays in returning several aircraft from intensive maintenance, alongside supply chain issues that have temporarily reduced its operational fleet.
An Air India spokesperson confirmed that the airline has had to cancel a “small number” of flights due to delays from its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider.
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Additionally, some wide-body aircraft remain grounded due to technical issues, exacerbating the shortage of available aircraft.
The spokesperson added, “Due to the delayed return of some aircraft from heavy maintenance and supply chain constraints resulting in a temporary reduction in operating fleet, Air India regrets that a small number of flights have been cancelled between now and December end.”
Air India has assured affected passengers of a full refund, the option to reschedule for another date, or rebooking on nearby flights operated by the air india group, while expressing its apologies for the inconvenience caused by factors beyond its control.
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