Dozens of domestic flights have been cancelled at airports across the country due to frontline staff becoming close contacts. 7NEWS
Dozens of domestic flights have been cancelled at airports across the country due to frontline staff becoming close contacts.Watch the video above for the latest COVID-19 news
Ten Qantas and Jetstar flights between Sydney and Brisbane have been axed, while four flights between Sydney and the Gold Coast were cancelled.Most of the flight cancellations have been sparked by frontline staff being deemed close contacts and required to test and self-isolate.“We appreciate the frustration this causes, especially as customers are travelling for Christmas, and sincerely apologise for the impact these changes are having on travel plans,” the spokesperson said.
However, it’s understood flight boards at Melbourne and Brisbane airports were displaying previously scheduled flights that had schedule changes and appeared as cancelled flights.If you’d like to view this content, please adjust your
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