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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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Air India Rolls Out A350s for Delhi-New York JFK and Newark Routes

In a major development for North American travelers, Air India has announced the deployment of its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-900 aircraft on two key routes: Delhi to New York and Delhi to Newark.

The service on the Delhi-New York route will commence on November 1, 2024, while the Delhi-Newark route will see its inaugural flight on January 2, 2025.

The introduction of the air india a350 will bring significant enhancements to Air India’s offerings, particularly with the launch of its Premium Economy class. air india retrofit This new class will feature 24 wide seats arranged in a 2-4-2 configuration, providing passengers with extra legroom and a more comfortable flying experience.

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“We are encouraged by the positive guest feedback we have received from the domestic deployment of our air india a350 interior to offer our hero product on the Delhi-New York JFK and Delhi-Newark routes. This is a significant leap forward for our U.S. operations that also underscores our commitment to continuous improvement,” said Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of Air India.

The A350’s Business class will set new standards with 28 private suites, each equipped with full-flat beds, direct aisle access, and personal wardrobes. Economy class will be configured to accommodate 264 passengers in a 3-4-3 layout. Across all cabins, passengers will enjoy the latest Panasonic eX3 in-flight entertainment system, offering over 2,200 hours of content.

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This strategic deployment marks a notable enhancement in Air India’s U.S. operations, with 60% of its flights to the U.S. now featuring new or upgraded cabin interiors. The air india new international routes currently operates 51 weekly flights to five U.S. destinations: New York JFK, Newark, Washington DC, Chicago, and San Francisco.

The revamped cabins, advanced in-flight entertainment systems, and improved service standards represent air india wifi commitment to providing a superior travel experience. “We believe this enhanced offering will solidify Air India’s position as a leading carrier and attract travellers seeking a world-class flying experience between India and the United States,” the airline stated.

Seats on these flights are now available for booking on Air India’s website, mobile app, and through travel agents, ensuring that passengers can easily plan their journeys on these newly upgraded routes.