Is it time to break up Qantas and Jetstar?
Australian Aviation Podcast Network
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Show Notes
Between Qantas and Jetstar, Qantas Group is undoubtedly the biggest name in Australia's skies, with Virgin Australia a fairly distant second – which has led some, including opposition transport spokesperson Bridget McKenzie, to call for its break-up.
In a recent poll, almost half of those surveyed thought Qantas should be made to sell its low-cost arm and an overwhelming majority wanted more competition in domestic aviation – but could, and should, it happen?
Adam and Jake examine the arguments and ask if there's any way for a new player to break into the crowded domestic market.
Plus, the return of the "sky kittens" – will changes to parallel runway operations at Brisbane to route more flights over the water help keep "purring" over residential areas to a minimum?