The inaugural service was commanded by chief pilot Captain ‘Torchy’ Uren and on board were four New Zealand-born cabin crew ...

Cocktail lounges were also a feature of the first-class flying experience in the 1950s. The introduction of the double-decker Boeing 747 jumbo jet in 1970 took first-class service to new heights.

From 1979 to 1985, Qantas operated an all-747 fleet, complete with comfortable seats and an ... and enclosed business and first-class suites. The airline announced in late February that the plane ...

From 1979 to 1985, Qantas operated an all-747 fleet, complete with comfortable ... and enclosed business and first-class suites. The airline announced in late February that the plane would enter ...