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  1. This August issue has to be a coveted copy, a collector's item. Hmm, must try to get a copy.
  2. Thanks for the info. If it's the Gold Coast, I guess it would be Brissie then. Coolangatta's just too small for a long haul jet. Drats! There I was hoping it'd be Melbourne.
  3. That would seem like a strategic stake for AirAsia X. I'm not sure if Branson still owns Virgin Blue but if he still does, and with AirAsia X flying to Australia starting in September, I wonder if an alliance or code share with Virgin Blue may be the next step for AirAsia X to increase its destinations in Australia. With JetStar flying from and into Sydney, I'm hoping AirAsia X would choose Melbourne as its first destination down under.
  4. The new roo does look odd, like something you'd see in a sci-fi programme on telly.
  5. Aha! A Qantas fan or just a fan of Wunala Dreaming and Nalanji Dreaming? I think Qantas should retain Skippy. Can't imagine anything else on the tail. If they are bored with the current flying kangroo and are hankering for a change, perhaps a flying kangaroo done in aboriginal painting style, similar to the one used by Australian Airlines, would represent Australia quite nicely.
  6. Came across this news report in ninemsn news that Qantas could cull its iconic flying kangaroo. I wonder what Qantas would come up with. The flying platypus? Or perhaps the flying wombat? Are there any Qantas fans amongst MWingers? Here's the report: Flying kangaroo in the sights Friday Jul 20 06:00 AEST By ninemsn staff The famous flying kangaroo that has graced Qantas since World War II could be culled. The company last night confirmed rumours that it was updating its image, which may include the revamping or even the elimination of one of Australia's iconic logos. "We are always looking to ensure our product and image remain contemporary and relevant," a Qantas spokesman told the Daily Telegraph. "I can't say anything more at this stage." The news comes as the Qantas board met this week for the first time since the failed $11 billion private equity bid to take over the airline in May. It was reported the company was considering setting up a separate body to own its fleet of more than 200 planes, as well finding new board members after its chairman Margaret Jackson announced plans to step down. The kangaroo first appeared on Qantas aircraft in 1944 and was said to be derived from the design on the Australian penny. Wings were added to the logo a few years later and remained there until 1984, when the current design was introduced. Industry bulletin boards were abuzz with speculation about possible changes, although the prevailing sentiment was that Qantas would keep their famous ensign in some form. News of the proposed change has drawn attention around the world, including stories in Canada's Globe and Mail and Reuters India."
  7. I'd say the 737 NGs. Lower transitional costs for MAS, perhaps? Though from a passenger's point of view the A320 is more comfortable but then again it depends on the cabin configuration. Would the 737 NGs fly more than 4 hours? If not, comfort on short haul flights is not so much an issue for me.
  8. Nice paintjob. How could anyone miss the large flying billboard? I was reading an outdated copy of Air International (December 2006) and read that one of the five A380s destined for SIA did not carry the expected tail livery of SIA while the four assembled SIA A380s that were being rewired and tested do carry SIA's insignia. This apparently lead to UK aviation media speculation of a possible special edition paint scheme. Anyone has any info on this?
  9. Nice pics, Chai. Really like the head and tail shots. Now I know what I'd missed not joining you for the spotting trip. When will be your next spotting outing?
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