Qantas is Australia's largest airline, operating domestic and international flights around the world. The headquarters is located in Sydney, and the carrier's main airports are Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane international airports. Additional Qantas hubs include Perth, Adelaide and Dubai airports. Thanks to its logo in the form of the national animal and one of the symbols of the country - a kangaroo, depicted on the tails of aircraft, the airline received the nickname “The Flying Kangaroo”.
The beginning of Qantas' long journey
Founded in 1920 in Vinton, Queensland, the Australian airline is one of the three oldest airlines in the world (together with KLM and Avianca). The name QANTAS is an acronym for "Queensland And Northern Territory Aerial Services". At first, the company was engaged in postal transportation with financial support from the government, and the carrier had at its disposal only one Avro 504K aircraft, accommodating one pilot and two passengers. It is noteworthy that the first ticket for the first Qantas passenger flight was purchased by a certain Alexander Kennedy, an Australian pensioner at the age of 84. Between 1926 and 1928 the company built seven De Havilland DH.50s and one DH.9. And already in 1928, the first flight of the Australian air medical service was made on board one of these liners. The beginning was made, and then followed a period of hard work, a reasonable approach to business and the desire to be a leader in his business. Thanks to the combination of these components, a small company was able to grow into an international aviation giant.
Qantas acquisitions, collaborations and ratings
The rapid development of the Australian airline led to the fact that in 1992 Qantas absorbed its main competitor, Australian Airlines, which until 1986 was called Trans-Australian Airlines. As a result of this merger, many still associate Qantas with the company it acquired.
In 1998, Qantas and Canadian Airlines formed an aviation alliance that has become one of the largest in the world. All members of this business union are distinguished by a high degree of cooperation at all stages of the flight and related procedures.
Qantas has the highest safety record and is regularly ranked among the best airlines in the world.
The main character of the movie "Rain Man" says that he will not fly on any other planes except Qantas planes, citing the fact that this is the only company that has not had an accident.
In 1996, a dinosaur living 115 million years ago in Australia was named after the airline - Qantassaurus.
Qantas Airways is Australia's largest airline, which has received an unusual nickname - the "Flying Kangaroo". The company was founded in 1920 and is rightfully considered one of the oldest companies in the world. Many years of work in the field of air transportation speak of the reliability and stability of the entire company. The first aircraft, owned by Qantas Airways, could carry no more than two passengers and one pilot. In the first half of the 20s, the company was mainly engaged in postal transport, subsidized by the Australian government. The first air ambulance flight took place in 1928.
The company currently owns more than 130 of the most modern airliners, and in the near future their number should increase to 300.
The company's management considers the safety of its passengers to be the main task when organizing flights. All of the company's aircraft are equipped with the best safety systems, which undergo periodic testing and are constantly improved. The positive result of such activities is obvious - the company is considered the safest modern air carrier, which has the fewest plane crashes.
The level of service offered by the company is constantly growing. All service personnel are interested in ensuring that passengers are surrounded by attention and care throughout the flight. On any route you will be offered a choice of several dishes prepared by professional chefs. Most recently, the company introduced a new unique service - passengers are invited to taste the cuisine of the country they are traveling to.
The company's management pays attention not only to quality service, but also to a comfortable flight. The cabins of airliners owned by the company are equipped so that any passenger feels as comfortable as possible throughout the flight. In addition to comfortable seats, aircraft are equipped with audio and video systems and built-in telephones.
Passengers who choose to fly with Qantas Airways become members of the Frequent Flyer program, which has three levels and provides the opportunity to receive real benefits from frequent flights. Bonuses can be earned both for flights with Qantas Airways and for flights with other members of the one world alliance.
Key data for Qantas Airways:
- Year of appearance: 1922.
- Alliance membership: Oneworld.
Airline codes:
- IATA airline code: QF.
- ICAO airline code: QFA.
Airline Qantas Airways. Official website: www.qantas.com.au.
Contact details:
- Main airline airports: Sydney.
- The airline's postal address is: Australia, 2020, New South Wales, Mascot, Coward Street, Qantas Centre, 203.
- The airline's landline phone number is +61296913636.
- Airline fax: +61296913339.
- The airline owns the following types aircraft:
Aircraft fleet
Qantas' fleet consists of Airbus A380-800, Boeing 747-400ER, Boeing 747-400, Boeing 767-300ER, Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737-400, Boeing 737-300, Boeing 717-200, Airbus A330-300, Airbus A330-200, Bombardier Dash 8 (200/Q300), Bombardier Dash 8 (Q400).
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Flights on the Airbus A380 are operated from Sydney and Melbourne to Los Angeles and from Sydney to Singapore and London.
Route network
Qantas Airlines flies to the following destinations:
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Classes of service and cabin layout
Qantas offers several classes of service: First Class (First), International Business Class (International Business), Business Class on domestic flights (Domestic Business), Premium Economy on International flights (International Premium Economy), Economy Class on international flights ( International Economy) and economy class on domestic flights (Domestic Economy).
First class
The first class cabin is only available on the Airbus A380 and Boeing 747-400.
On the Airbus A380, the first class cabin is located on the lower deck. First class has 14 separate cabins. Armchairs with a massage function transform into a flat bed (212 cm). Touch control panel. There is an armchair for a guest and a dining table for two. Charging ports (110 W). DVD, 18 channels, personal screen with a diagonal of 21 cm. Access to the SkyLine system, which allows you to keep abreast of political news, weather, sports.
In the Boeing 747-400, first class has 14 seats that fold out into a bed (198 cm). Individual monitor (10.4 inches). There are connectors for charging.
A selection of cold and hot snacks, Australian wines and champagne throughout the flight. It is possible to send/receive SMS messages.
International Business Class
A business class cabin is available on all Qantas aircraft except the Bombardier Q400.
On the Airbus A380, the business class cabin is located on the upper deck. The distance between the chairs is 203 cm. The chairs fully recline into a flat bed, with a massage function. Individual screen with a diagonal of 31 cm. Meals on request. More than a thousand different entertainment programs. Sockets for connecting PC and USB. Pajamas are provided on most routes, along with soft pillows and blankets. Self-service bar. Business lounge on board.
In Qantas Business Class, the seats lie flat. The distance between the seats is up to 127 cm. Personal DVD and video players with 18 channels. Possibility of choosing the most comfortable chair position. A selection of cold and hot snacks and Australian wines throughout the flight.
Business class on domestic flights (Domestic Business)
The Boeing 737 aircraft has a 2-2 seat configuration. The Airbus A330-200 and Boeing 767-300ER have a 2-2-2 seat configuration.
Premium Economy on international flights (International Premium Economy)
The Premium Economy cabin is only available on the Airbus A380 and Boeing 747-400. On the Boeing 747, Premium Economy Class is located on the main deck and includes 32 seats in a 2-4-2 configuration. On the Airbus A380, Premium Class is located on the top floor and has 32 seats in a 2-3-2 configuration.
The width of the chair is 50 cm. The chairs recline back 9 degrees. Footrest. 6 headrest positions. There is power for the computer and noise-cancelling headphones.
Premium Economy Class has a self-service bar.
Economy class on international flights (International Economy)
The seats can be reclined back. There is a footrest. The monitor is on the back of the seat in front. Computer power supply, bottle holder, interactive entertainment system. Built-in phones with SMS function. Leather headrests, adjustable in six directions. Entertainment for children, toys and special sets.
In the Airbus A380 in economy class, the seat width is 46 cm, the distance between the seats is 79 cm, and the tilt angle is 6 degrees. There is a footrest, a hook for clothes, an individual screen with a diagonal of 27 cm. More than a thousand different entertainment programs. Sockets for connecting PC and USB. Soft pillows, blankets. Self-service bar.
Carry-on baggage rules
Carry-on baggage allowance in Qantas cabin:
Baggage rules
Free baggage allowance depends on the flight direction and class of service. There are two baggage allowance systems: weight concept and piece concept.
Baggage allowance by weight
Adults and children over 2 years of age:
- 40 kg - first class;
- 30 kg - business class;
- 23 kg - premium economy and economy class;
- in the sum of three dimensions, the size of one piece of luggage should not exceed 140 cm.
Children under 2 years old without a separate seat:
- 10 kg.
Qantas Airways Limited (pronounced "quantes") is Australia's largest airline. Nicknamed "The Flying Kangaroo".
Founded in 1920, it is the third oldest operating airline in the world and the oldest in the English-speaking world. Qantas is a public company listed on the ASX. Member of the Oneworld alliance.
Hubs: Sydney Airport, Melbourne Airport, Brisbane Airport.
Fleet size 142 (+ 80 ordered).
Contact faces
Malyuk Svetlana Borisovna - Head of Representative Office
Ekaterina Bakhtina - Regional Manager
Historical reference:
Qantas airline was founded on November 16, 1920 in the Australian city of Vinton, Queensland. The airline's first aircraft was an Avro 504K, purchased for AUD 1,425. It had a cruising speed of 105 km/h and was capable of carrying two passengers and one pilot. The first ticket was purchased by Alexander Kennedy, an 84-year-old Australian retiree. The airline operated air mail services, which were subsidized by the government, connecting the terminal stations of railway routes.
From 1926 to 1928 Qantas has built seven De Havilland DH.50s and one DH.9 under license at its hangar in Longreach, Queensland. In 1928, the first flight of the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia took place on a Qantas aircraft.
QANTAS is often associated with Australian Airways as it is Australia's largest airline. There is no big mistake in this, since the Australian Airlines company (until 1986 - Trans-Australian Airlines) was acquired by QANTAS in 1992.
Participation in associations
IATA is the worldwide organization for all international air carriers, founded in 1919 and reorganized at the end of the Second World War in 1945. IATA is the professional association of airline companies operating international routes. Its main function is to streamline international commercial air traffic, introduce uniform rules and procedures for all members and establish agreed upon tariffs for passenger air transportation on international routes. The highest body of IATA is the annual General Assembly, which elects a president and executive committee. The purpose of IATA is to implement the policies of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).