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CEO of Qantas - Alan Joyce who flagged 6000 jobs as a consequence of ongoing Coronavirus pandemic announced retirement of its last remaining Boeing 747 jumbo jet.
The airline also announced that this iconic aircraft which served Qantas for nearly 50 years will still get a send-off; with three joy flights over Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra in mid-July. Although, the outbreak of COVID-19 in Victoria has seen Melbourne miss out on a similar event.
The one-hour flights will be open to public to bid a farewell and expected to go on sale at midday on Wednesday.
Details of Farewell Flights
The Sydney farewell flights will take place on Monday, July 13. Brisbane's will follow on Wednesday, July 15, with Canberra's on Friday July 17.
While premium economy seats will be reserved for Qantas' staff, for the public - economy and business class seats will prevail.
Apart from that, the airline will also hold celebratory events for staff at the airports following the flights.
Most importantly, the tickets are priced at $747 for business class and $400 for economy (representing the 747-400 jumbo jet series).
Seats will be limited for allowing passengers to enjoy the view and extra space on-board.
The scintillating fact about these farewell flights is their operation on a "cost recovery" basis and the profits donated to HARS Aviation Museum near Woollongong and the Qantas Founders Museum in Longreach.
Nevertheless, one could never forget the providential year of 1971 when Qantas' first ever jumbo jet took the skies.
From that year, there was no stopping for Qantas. The jumbo jet's long range capability and four engines made it perfect for long-haul flights, covering vast tracts of ocean allowing Qantas to fly unusual and occasionally record-breaking routes.
The Sydney farewell flights will take place on Monday, July 13. Brisbane's will follow on Wednesday, July 15, with Canberra's on Friday July 17.
While premium economy seats will be reserved for Qantas' staff, for the public - economy and business class seats will prevail.
Apart from that, the airline will also hold celebratory events for staff at the airports following the flights.
Most importantly, the tickets are priced at $747 for business class and $400 for economy (representing the 747-400 jumbo jet series).
Seats will be limited for allowing passengers to enjoy the view and extra space on-board.
The scintillating fact about these farewell flights is their operation on a "cost recovery" basis and the profits donated to HARS Aviation Museum near Woollongong and the Qantas Founders Museum in Longreach.
Nevertheless, one could never forget the providential year of 1971 when Qantas' first ever jumbo jet took the skies.
From that year, there was no stopping for Qantas. The jumbo jet's long range capability and four engines made it perfect for long-haul flights, covering vast tracts of ocean allowing Qantas to fly unusual and occasionally record-breaking routes.
Some of the past routes of Qantas' Boeing 747
1. Qantas flew its 747 from Australia to South Africa via a southern route allowing passengers to have a visual of mesmerizing icebergs from the airplane windows.
2. Qantas' 747 served for scenic flights from Australia to Antarctica, operated by Antarctica Flights leasing the Qantas jumbos and using the airline's pilots and cabin crew.
3. In 2011, Qantas used its jumbo-jet to launch its non-stop flight from Sydney to Dallas, which for a time became the longest route in world.
At last, Qantas 747 Fleet Captain Owen Weaver said the 747 has a special place in the hearts of many Australians.
"The 747 has been a magnificent aircraft and it's fitting that we celebrate the end of five decades of history-making moments for the national carrier and aviation in Australia," Captain Weaver said.
1. Qantas flew its 747 from Australia to South Africa via a southern route allowing passengers to have a visual of mesmerizing icebergs from the airplane windows.
2. Qantas' 747 served for scenic flights from Australia to Antarctica, operated by Antarctica Flights leasing the Qantas jumbos and using the airline's pilots and cabin crew.
3. In 2011, Qantas used its jumbo-jet to launch its non-stop flight from Sydney to Dallas, which for a time became the longest route in world.
At last, Qantas 747 Fleet Captain Owen Weaver said the 747 has a special place in the hearts of many Australians.
"The 747 has been a magnificent aircraft and it's fitting that we celebrate the end of five decades of history-making moments for the national carrier and aviation in Australia," Captain Weaver said.
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