Qantaslink and Emirates to PNG ?
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The Q400 probably can carry round trip fuel to Australian ports. But can it do that with a full load and can it do that if there is 60 holding on Cairns. In either case how about the case where the Q400 does a couple of approaches into POM then diverts to Cairns. That might wear a bit thin with the punters. Not that you miss out getting into POM too often. I reckon the issue will be the cargo/baggae that the Q400 will carry. Punters going to POM carry alot more than the usual QLink 10 KG limit. Interesting times ahead. I guess QLink might always consider using the B717.
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As was mentioned previously, fuel load will be determined by payload.
If CS is carrying 60 then the payload will be adjusted toallow for the extra fuel.
HID is the problem of the local authority, not Qlink.
If requirements are put on CS after departure which preclude the 400 from returning to CS then HID is an option. The local authority has given approval for Qlink to carry HID as an alternate for the 400.
Alternatively, Weipa.
If CS is carrying 60 then the payload will be adjusted toallow for the extra fuel.
HID is the problem of the local authority, not Qlink.
If requirements are put on CS after departure which preclude the 400 from returning to CS then HID is an option. The local authority has given approval for Qlink to carry HID as an alternate for the 400.
Alternatively, Weipa.
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If CS is carrying 60 then the payload will be adjusted toallow for the extra fuel.
Punters going to POM carry alot more than the usual QLink 10 KG limit
I guess QLink might always consider using the B717.
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Don't know about the economics of a 717 but I suspect that if Q Link go it with Q400s ANG will counter it with F100s. Which one would you rather fly to POM on? I do know what most Papua New Guineaians will choose (especially if they are not paying).
Another issue which I reckon QLink might find challenging is where are they going to park when they get to POM. Bays are already filled to max most days.
If its not 10 kg then what is the normal Y class check in baggage limit for QLink.
Another issue which I reckon QLink might find challenging is where are they going to park when they get to POM. Bays are already filled to max most days.
If its not 10 kg then what is the normal Y class check in baggage limit for QLink.
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As it was explained to us, QLink are going after the Aussie workers and not the PNG nationals.
IMHO, aussies may well prefer a Qlink turboprop over an ANG F100.
Standard Qlink Checked baggage limit is 23kg. There are exceptions on some routes (e.g. LHI is 14kg) but no info on this yet.
DIVOSH!
IMHO, aussies may well prefer a Qlink turboprop over an ANG F100.
Standard Qlink Checked baggage limit is 23kg. There are exceptions on some routes (e.g. LHI is 14kg) but no info on this yet.
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There are a lot of expats working in the Highlands now. Why would you bother going all the way to POM then out to where ever.
International flights leave Hagen now.
Less congestion in POM spread the load etc.
International flights leave Hagen now.
Less congestion in POM spread the load etc.
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IMHO, aussies may well prefer a Qlink turboprop over an ANG F100.
Why would a Turbo Prop job be better than a Jet job
Lucky its just your opinion
Why would a Turbo Prop job be better than a Jet job
Lucky its just your opinion
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Why would a Turbo Prop job be better than a Jet job
But now you mention it, there are a few regional routes in Australia where turboprops compete very well against jets.
And the reason for pax choice of carrier has little to do with aircraft type.My opinion, is that aussie workers may prefer to fly to and from home with an Australian carrier over a PNG carrier. Whether it's a jet or a turboprop may be a lesser consideration.
Lucky its just your opinion
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Considering the operating environment and infrastructure they have to deal with on a daily basis, PX has done a fantastic job over the years and have an excellent safety record.
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The ANG and APNG services are far better than the angry and rude southern carriers.
It is a good time for the local companies to stand up and take on the extra work.
And yes I have travelled on them all.
The bad experiences start right from the checkin.
It is a good time for the local companies to stand up and take on the extra work.
And yes I have travelled on them all.
The bad experiences start right from the checkin.
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To put Cairns QLink crew in the same basket as "the angry and rude southern carriers", is a portrayal of your ignorance. I would suggest your "worldly experience" in this area is limited.
From my personal experience, and those of my associates in the overseas resource sector, an Australian carrier (Jetstar excluded) is always the airline of choice. After just spending however many weeks o/s getting stuffed around by the locals, it is a real pleasure to get on board an ozzy a/c, and to have a good chance of it leaving on time with you and your bags on board.
I think QLink will do well.
From my personal experience, and those of my associates in the overseas resource sector, an Australian carrier (Jetstar excluded) is always the airline of choice. After just spending however many weeks o/s getting stuffed around by the locals, it is a real pleasure to get on board an ozzy a/c, and to have a good chance of it leaving on time with you and your bags on board.
I think QLink will do well.
Cairns to PNG
A couple of quick questions:
What aircraft is proposed for QLink to use for the route, -300's or -400's?
PX currently do a Mt Hagen-Cairns charter in their Dash-8 for Barrick Gold, but it has to refuel at TI on both the up and down.
Now if QLink did a direct Highlands service, would they have the range to not have the fuel stop?
If the -400 was on the route, would it have the range or would it need to drop into Horn to refuel - difficult then since Horn cannot take the -400 due to pavement issues.
And what would be the ALT for direct CNS-POM or CNS-MHN routings.
Plainmaker
A couple of quick questions:
What aircraft is proposed for QLink to use for the route, -300's or -400's?
PX currently do a Mt Hagen-Cairns charter in their Dash-8 for Barrick Gold, but it has to refuel at TI on both the up and down.
Now if QLink did a direct Highlands service, would they have the range to not have the fuel stop?
If the -400 was on the route, would it have the range or would it need to drop into Horn to refuel - difficult then since Horn cannot take the -400 due to pavement issues.
And what would be the ALT for direct CNS-POM or CNS-MHN routings.
Plainmaker
Airlines PNG does the charter for Barrick and they always go non-stop...(at least in my days we did)... alternate for Mt Hagen is Madang which is a costal airport...
AB
