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Old 16th Sep 2009, 09:54
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stubby jumbo is spot on. A 4 hour delay is not newsworthy - there have been many aircraft (not Australian carriers) who have had aircraft on the ground for days and had to cancel flights. No mention whatsoever in the media at all. I know I would prefer a few hours delay than it turning into 24 hours or worse.

I know the JQ bashers will love the news story but really, the media coverage of a non event is bad for the industry as a hole. It is a slap in a face to everyone who works in the industry, not only the airline involved.

Yes, Westaway didn't have his best day and probably all concerned will learn from the situation but it is seriously a slow news day.
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