About Qantas Airways

The Company
Qantas was founded in the Queensland outback in 1920. Registered originally as the Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Services Limited (QANTAS), we have built a reputation for excellence in safety, operational reliability, engineering and maintenance, and customer service.

Today, Qantas is widely regarded as the world's leading long distance airline and one of the strongest brands in Australia. We also operate subsidiary businesses including other airlines, and businesses in specialist markets such as Qantas Holidays and Q Catering.

Airbus 380
To ensure Qantas maintains its reputation as one of the leading airlines in the world, we are continuing to invest in new aircraft, aircraft enhancements and infrastructure.

Qantas has taken delivery of the first of its 20 new A380 aircraft.

History
The Qantas story is inextricably linked with the development of civil aviation in Australia. It begins with fragile biplanes carrying one or two passengers in open cockpits and progresses to advanced Boeing 747s flying some 400 people half way around the world in a day.

But, it is a story of human endeavor, not just machines. A few determined individuals overcame formidable obstacles to establish the Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Services Ltd (QANTAS). Supported by committed staff and loyal customers, the airline persevered through war and peace to serve the nation and build an enterprise. The Qantas story is about the people who have created its exciting and productive history - its staff, its customers and the excellence of its business partners and key suppliers.

Today, Qantas is widely regarded as the world's leading long distance airline and one of the strongest brands in Australia. Qantas continues to provide outstanding service to its customers and is at the forefront of the international civil aviation industry.

The future holds many challenges for Qantas - maintaining safe operations and world class product standards while building a viable and competitive position long term for the airline.

oneworld
oneworld® is a global airline alliance that brings together ten of the world's biggest and best airlines, all committed to providing world-class service and value.

We offer a range of air travel options, rewards and benefits beyond the reach of any individual airline. This includes a global route network covering more than 675 destinations in more than 130 countries, and greatly enhanced benefits and privileges for members of all our airlines' frequent flyer programs. Whatever your travel needs, and whether you're a globe-trotting executive or back-packing around one continent, oneworld revolves around you.

Member airlines include Qantas, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Finnair Iberia, Japan Airlines, LAN, Malev Hungarian Airlines, Royal Jordanian.

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