Qantas

Qantas is an Australian flag carrier based in Australia. Its network is centred on Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney. It forms part of Qantas Airways Limited and connects its home market with domestic or international destinations.^{[1]Qantas on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Wikipedia · en.wikipedia.org · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

The airline uses the IATA code QF, the ICAO code QFA, and the callsign QANTAS.^{[2]OpenFlights airline databaseOpenFlights · openflights.orgOpen source details} It participates in Oneworld.^{[1]Qantas on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Wikipedia · en.wikipedia.org · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

Overview

Detail	Information
Country	Australia
Status	Current
IATA code	`QF`
ICAO code	`QFA`
Callsign	`QANTAS`
Founded	16 November 1920
Operations began	2 November 1922
Hubs	Brisbane; Melbourne; Perth; Sydney
Frequent-flyer programme	Qantas Frequent Flyer
Alliance	Oneworld
Parent company	Qantas Airways Limited
Headquarters	Mascot, New South Wales, Australia
Official website	qantas.com

History

The organisation developed through the following major stages. Dates describe the airline or operation covered by this article, including predecessor activity where relevant.^{[1]Qantas on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Wikipedia · en.wikipedia.org · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

Date	Development
16 November 1920	Qantas founded as Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Services Limited (Q.A.N.T.A.S.) in Winton, Queensland.
1934	Qantas and Imperial Airways formed Qantas Empire Airways Limited (QEA).
May 1935	QEA began international operations to Singapore.
1947	QEA was nationalised by the Australian government.
June 1959	Qantas entered the jet age with the Boeing 707-138.
1992	Qantas merged with Australian Airlines.
1998	Qantas co-founded the Oneworld airline alliance.
25 March 2018	Qantas operated the first non-stop flight from Australia to Europe.
20 October 2019	Qantas set a record for the longest commercial flight from New York City to Sydney.
19 March 2020	Qantas suspended approximately 60% of domestic flights due to COVID-19.
August 2021	Qantas required all employees to be fully vaccinated.
May 2022	Qantas ordered twelve Airbus A350-1000 aircraft.

Corporate affairs

Qantas is based in Mascot, New South Wales, Australia. It is owned by or organised within Qantas Airways Limited. Its commercial activities are managed around the network, fleet, and operating model described in its published corporate information.^{[1]Qantas on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Wikipedia · en.wikipedia.org · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

The official website provides current schedules, customer information, and company announcements.^{[3]Qantas official websiteQantas · qantas.com · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

Operations

Qantas operates from hubs including Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney. The source page lists 104 destinations, although this figure changes with seasonal schedules.^{[1]Qantas on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Wikipedia · en.wikipedia.org · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

The network and operating pattern vary by season and market demand.^{[1]Qantas on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Wikipedia · en.wikipedia.org · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

Partnerships

Qantas is associated with Oneworld, extending reciprocal connections and passenger benefits across partner networks.^{[1]Qantas on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Wikipedia · en.wikipedia.org · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

Partnership arrangements can include codeshares, interline agreements, joint ventures, or services provided within the same airline group.^{[1]Qantas on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Wikipedia · en.wikipedia.org · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

Fleet

The fleet is built around aircraft selected for the airline's passenger or cargo network. The principal families identified by the source include:^{[1]Qantas on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Wikipedia · en.wikipedia.org · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

Aircraft family	Typical use
Airbus A330	Passenger or cargo operations, depending on configuration
Airbus A380	Passenger or cargo operations, depending on configuration
Boeing 737-800	Passenger or cargo operations, depending on configuration
Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner	Passenger or cargo operations, depending on configuration

Aircraft counts and subtypes change as leases end, deliveries arrive, and older equipment is withdrawn.

Former fleet

The airline has operated earlier aircraft types that were later replaced as its network and fleet strategy changed.^{[1]Qantas on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Wikipedia · en.wikipedia.org · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

Passenger services

Cabins, fares, baggage rules, and onboard services vary by route and aircraft. Current product details are published by the airline.^{[3]Qantas official websiteQantas · qantas.com · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

Branding

Qantas uses a distinct name, visual identity, and aircraft livery to identify its services across the network.^{[1]Qantas on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Wikipedia · en.wikipedia.org · Accessed 2026-07-26Open source details}

Safety history

The source page does not provide a concise list suitable for a selective summary here. Aviation safety records should be checked against official investigation authorities.