Qantas Airways Cuts Most International Flights Until Late October

Australia's tourism minister anticipates the country's borders will remain closed until 2021, prompting Qantas Airways to cancel most international flights until at least October. However, Qantas is maintaining some flights between Australia and New Zealand, hoping for a travel bubble if conditions improve. Meanwhile, domestic travel demand in Australia is rising, with Qantas doubling its passenger numbers and planning to increase domestic flights to 15% of pre-COVID levels by June.

What is the expected duration for Australia's border closure as mentioned by the tourism minister?

• Indefinitely

• Until 2021

• Until the end of 2020

• Until mid-2021

Why is Qantas Airways keeping some flights between Australia and New Zealand?

• To maintain pilot training

• To test new aircraft

• In anticipation of a travel bubble

• To increase tourism in New Zealand

What is Qantas Airways' plan if international travel resumes earlier than expected?

• To reduce domestic flights

• To hire more staff

• To add more international routes

• To offer discounts on tickets

How much did Qantas' domestic passenger numbers increase recently?

• From 70,000 to 140,000

• From 50,000 to 100,000

• From 32,000 to 64,000

• From 10,000 to 20,000

By the end of June, what percentage of pre-COVID levels does Qantas plan to reach for domestic flights?

• 20%

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%