By Alfred Chua2021-05-06T07:00:00+01:00
Qantas Group has announced a suite of changes to its maintenance portfolio, which will see some facilities expanded and enhanced.
The move part of a wide-ranging property review the airline group undertook will also see low-cost unit Jetstar relocate Airbus A320 heavy maintenance work back to Brisbane from Singapore, as part of an ongoing trial.
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Qantas’ headquarters in Sydney.
Qantas’ heavy maintenance facilities will continue to operate at Brisbane as well, the group discloses, with investment to “enhance facilities”. Qantas did not provide details on what the enhancements entail.
The carrier is also in discussions with the Queensland state government about setting up a maintenance base in Cairns, potentially partnering an existing local supplier.
Kingspan’s KingZip Linea system met the design geometry intent of the architect during the execution of the Melbourne Jet Base at Melbourne Airport.
Designed by Cox Architecture, Melbourne Jet Base redefines the entry and departure experience for high-profile guests by ensuring privacy and security. The facility has 24-hour access to the runways and a large main hangar that can house up to 18 private aircrafts.
The impressive roof of Melbourne Jet Base is inspired by the wing form. Seeking a roof system that could achieve their design geometry intent, Cox engaged Kingspan for technical support.
Kingspan worked closely with Cox to ensure the double curved geometry of the roof design was within the capability of the KingZip Linea system. The KingZip product was roll-formed on site in lengths of up to 65m, resulting in a concealed fix standing seam roof with no joints.
Another four coronavirus cases, including one player, have been linked to the Australian Open taking the total associated with the tournament to six.
The rising numbers mean more people will likely to be forced to self-isolate in Melbourne s quarantine hotels.
The Department of Health and Human Services this afternoon confirmed the new cases were three males aged in their 30s and one male aged in their 50s.
Australian Bio Security staff are seen about to enter Flight EY460 carrying tennis players and their support teams participating at the Australian Open at Melbourne(Getty)
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews today confirmed the new infections were in addition to the five cases which emerged from three flights over the weekend, bringing players, staff, officials and media to Australia.