In a new development, Virgin Australia has dropped Delta Air Lines and partnered with United Airlines to offer more flights for travellers heading across the Pacific.

Have you been freaking out about potentially being relegated in the Velocity status stakes? Well, you can breathe easy now.

Whether your goal is to become a Velocity Frequent Flyer points millionaire or simply nab a set of Virgin PJs, this comp is definitely worth getting jabbed for.

One need only observe the courier’s daily visits to Travel Weekly’s office to realise that our editor bloody loves a sale.

Virgin celebrated its loyalty program’s latest partnership by using drones to deliver “convenience from the skies”, which sounds equal parts exciting and terrifying.

The flying kangaroo has gained the upper hand in its court tussle with Virgin. Grab the popcorn and read on.

The flight will include all of the trimmings you’d expect from a gay celebration, including rainbows, glitter and a whole lot of fabulous!

In a move that has surely pissed of Alan Joyce, Virgin’s CEO has gone and poached one of her fave ex-colleagues from the flying kangaroo.

Virgin Australia has thrown a ‘loyalty left-hook’ at the flying kangaroo, as the frequent flyer battle between the two carriers heats up.

Are you seeking other ways to boost your Velocity points than by buying a case of Virgin Wines or signing up for another credit card? Look no further.

We can’t promise this week’s Aviation Wrap is all good news, but at least Rex shareholders and Velocity Frequent Flyers have something to cheer about.

Unfortunately, Travel Weekly’s editor won’t be able to take advantage of this sweet new offer after spending all of his Velocity points on a new sandwich press and a Fitbit.