Could you handle a 20-plus hour flight? This airline is banking on it
Some analysts say the first non-stop London to Sydney flight is a major milestone - but would you buy a ticket?
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"The tyranny of distance has finally been conquered."
— Vanessa Hudson , Executive
""I think the direct flights cut time and there is no risk of missed connections and the stress of your luggage being lost.""
— Karis Heemskerk , Influencer
""the idea of sitting in a plane for 20, 21 hours non-stop would be quite unbearable for me.""
— Tom Gill , Other
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Some analysts say the first non-stop London to Sydney flight is a major milestone - but would you buy a ticket?
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