The Frequent Flyer Gazette
Friday, 25 September 2020
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| Rex to Launch Boeing 737 Capital City Flights |
| It looks like Regional Express Airlines (Rex) is serious about leasing Boeing 737s and flying on major capital city routes from March 2021. But will Rex be able to woo frequent flyers, and is there really enough room for a third player in the domestic market? |
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| ANZ Withdraws Virgin Card Benefits |
| The ANZ Rewards Travel Adventures credit card will no longer come with a complimentary annual return Virgin Australia flight or Virgin Australia lounge passes from December 2020. As a result of this change, the ANZ Rewards Travel Adventures annual fee will also be reduced from more... |
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| How Many Cabin Crew Are Needed Per Flight? |
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| Ever wondered how many flight attendants are required to operate a flight? The minimum ratio of flight attendants to passengers varies by country, but it's generally between 1:36 and 1:50. In Australia, the standard minimum ratio is 1 flight attendant for every 36 passengers. But there are some more... |
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| Overview of Australian State Border Restrictions |
New South Wales and ACT residents can now travel to South Australia without needing to self-isolate for 14 days - just in time for school holidays!
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| Double Velocity Points on Virgin Domestic Flights |
Velocity Frequent Flyer has launched a new "double points" offer on Virgin Australia flights. Book by 29 September 2020 and travel by 17 August 2021.
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| Upcoming Changes & Expiring Deals |
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