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Qantas Takes off from Melbourne to Dallas

The first-ever direct route between Melbourne and Dallas/Fort Worth will be operated by Qantas,

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The first-ever direct route between Melbourne and Dallas/Fort Worth will be operated by Qantas, giving Australians visiting North America greater options for travel.

The Qantas flights, which complement the national carrier’s direct flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles, are the first non-stop flights by any airline between the two cities and will add more than 6,000 monthly seats between Victoria and the US.

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“As one of the largest hubs in the country, Dallas/Fort Worth is just under four hours away from each major American city and offers connections to more than 200 locations in North America via airline partners. “New routes throw up new possibilities for bringing more tourists to Australia. Direct flights from the US to Melbourne account for over 40% of bookings on this route, which will be advantageous for nearby firms.

Qantas’ joint business partner American Airlines will also offer codeshare services on this flight as part of the joint network into Australia, marketing and selling the route to its customers across North America.

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Melbourne is Australia’s capital of food, sport, major events and the arts and today’s launch demonstrates that as aircraft technology continues to improve, it is the ideal base for ultra-long haul flights to other destinations.”

QF21 will depart at 2pm with Texan-themed celebrations at check-in. Customers travelling through Qantas’ lounges in Melbourne will enjoy a Texan-inspired menu including chilli beef brisket and corn bread. Flights will operate three days per week – on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays – with Qantas’ Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.

Qantas’ Melbourne – Dallas/Fort Worth schedule

Route	Flight	Dep Time	Arr Time	Frequency	Aircraft
MEL-DFW	QF 21	1400	1245	Mon, Wed, Sat	B789
DFW-MEL	QF 22	1910	0545+2	Mon, Wed, Sat	B789

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German Carrier Lufthansa Plans for 20% Job Cuts in Administration

Lufthansa Airlines is reportedly planning significant job cuts in its administrative workforce. According to Manager Magazin, the German carrier intends to reduce administrative positions by 20% as part of its cost-cutting measures amidst an anticipated decline in earnings.

This reduction could impact approximately 400 jobs, the report revealed. While Lufthansa has not directly commented on the layoffs, the airline confirmed its goal of cutting administrative costs by 20% by 2028.

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The strategy involves leveraging digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and automation. “A hiring freeze is currently in place for administrative roles at Lufthansa Airlines,” said a company spokesperson.

The staff reduction is expected to occur through natural attrition and age-related turnover, rather than forced layoffs. The internal projection cited by the magazine warns that Lufthansa could face an operating loss of €800 million ($843.92 million) by 2026 if no corrective measures are taken.

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The report highlights the challenges companies face in aligning workforce requirements with current and future demands. Failure to adapt could necessitate drastic actions, such as restructuring and layoffs, which carry significant repercussions for both the organization and its employees.

As Lufthansa navigates these challenges, the airline appears committed to balancing cost efficiency with digital transformation to maintain its competitiveness in a rapidly evolving industry.