'New' QF B717s & return to CBR

Qantas have announced that the 5 'new' Boeing 717 aircraft to enter their QantasLink fleet, operated by Cobham Aviation, will have Business class and will operate on Canberra routes to and from Brisbane, Sydney & Melbourne.

"QantasLink will introduce a full Business experience on these aircraft, including market-leading seats, premium food and drinks and exceptional onboard service," Mr Gissing said.

The 'new' aircraft are expected to enter service from late 2013 once the new interiors are fitted. The new flights from Canberra will mark the return of the B717 to Sydney & Melbourne skies, after having previous been seen there in Impulse then Jetstar colours.

Cobham operate the current fleet of 13 aircraft in QantasLink colours in predominantly Western Australia supporting the mining industry, but also operate some regional routes out of Brisbane (as seen below)

©nzompilot 2013 Boeing 717 VH-NXM departing YBBN

Read the full Qantas press  release HERE