News location:

Monday, June 29, 2026 | Digital Edition | Crossword & Sudoku

Qatar scoops up Virgin’s frequent flyers

By aviation writer Scott Mayman

Virgin Australia’s Velocity program will no longer have ties with middle-eastern Etihad Airways as the frequent flyer partnership is replaced by investment partner Qatar, effective immediately. 

Last month Newcastle-based regional carrier FlyPelican ended its eight-year partnership with the Velocity frequent flyer program.

In both cases, missing points claims will only be accepted until the end of June.

News all day, every day at CityNewsQBN.com.au.

Share this

Leave a Reply

Related Posts

Follow us on Instagram @canberracitynews