Virgin Australia’s deal with Qatar has been given the green light. Travellers should be the winners
- Written by Chrystal Zhang, Associate Professor, Aerospace Engineering & Aviation, RMIT University

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has given the green light for Qatar Airways to buy a 25% stake in Virgin Australia, as part of a strategic alliance. The deal will shake up the Australian aviation market.
The announcement follows a detailed assessment by the Foreign Investment Review Board, and a draft determination to authorise...