Jetstar lands early on first test flight to Western Sydney Airport
Jetstar's test flight from Melbourne arrived 14 minutes early. The flight checked airport systems and ground procedures before passenger operations start October 25.
Why it mattersThe successful test puts Western Sydney Airport on track to open for passengers on schedule. This eases capacity pressure on Sydney's congested eastern airport.
AustraliaSydney-based travellers will soon have a second major airport option, potentially cutting travel times for western suburbs residents and providing relief to Sydney Airport's overcrowded terminals.
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