UK route as it evolved from tiny biplanes hopping 31 stops to large jetliners soon flying nonstop.

The 707s, new at the time, offered 20 seats in a first-class cabin and ... In November 1965, Qantas operated its first jet service to Auckland Airport with a Boeing 707 V-Jet.

Qantas introduced the Boeing 707 in 1959. Thanks to its more powerful ... and enclosed business and first-class suites. The airline announced in late February that the plane would enter final ...