Whilst I think the fee for carry on is steep, I do get frustrated by how slow boarding and disembarking can be because of carry on luggage in Australia. For some reason the whole process in Australia is much more painful than overseas. I find a lot of passengers on airlines like Jetstar bring on far more than they should and the things I see being carried on, I sometimes wonder how they get away with it. It’s one of the reasons I’ve been put off flying Jetstar recently and why I’m more likely to book Virgin.
This change could actually make it more worthwhile for some families to check one large suitcase instead of paying for 4 or 5 questionable carry-on items onboard. That will make the flow on and off the planes better.
That said, I’ve often flown for a weekend with just a backpack containing a few clothes and toiletries that fits comfortably under the seat. If airlines aren’t going to be overly pedantic about the size of personal items that fit under the seat, then I’m probably okay with this change.
I just bring a small bag or backpack on board an aircraft ,just big enough for items like my purse , wet wipes, phone ,noise cancelling headphones ,maybe my iPad mini also. Also a light cardigan or jumper if its cold
Isn’t that going to lead to confusion? T2&T3 are quite far away from T1. Surely there will have to be some sort of free transport connection between the airports in case people are at the wrong terminal.
Melbourne Airport has released a journey planner on its website so that people travelling from different directions can familiarise with the new way to the pick up and drop off area at Terminal 123.
There will be a new on-ramp from Airport Drive, just off Apac Drive, to allow those travelling from Sunbury and the western suburbs to get onto Naarm Way.
If you choose this way though, beware that once you are on Naarm Way, you will need to veer across four lanes to the right lane to go to the pick-up area. It will be very tricky especially during busy travel periods.
This week Australia’s Jetstar operated an all Indigenous First Nations crew flight from Sydney to Uluru (Ayers Rock Airport). From the flight deck to the cabin, every crew member onboard was a proud First Nations Australian.
It was a special moment for our airline and an opportunity to recognise the contribution First Nations people make across our business every day.
The experience will extend beyond the flight itself. While in Uluru, the crew will spend time on Country and connect with trainees from the National Indigenous Training Academy, sharing their personal stories, career journeys and insights into working in aviation. Those conversations have the power to spark ambition and help young people see pathways they may not have previously considered.
I always thought the Sydney Airport train was expensive.. at $24.20, until I got into Brisbane on Wednesday and took the Airtrain into Roma Street, at $23.30. (both fares one way). So not much in it.
