We were asked to help fly the Australian football team to a tournament qualifier in the Middle East at short notice.
Flying the Australian football team to Kuwait
The operations manager of the Australian football team asked us to help fly 50 players and staff to a tournament qualifier in Kuwait. The request came in just three weeks before the team needed to travel, so we needed to work fast to confirm an aircraft charter and accommodate the players’ needs.
Our Solution
Route: Melbourne > Kuwait
Aircraft: Boeing B787-9
We sourced a B787-900 that could complete the journey non-stop. It was part of a large fleet, giving us peace of mind that a back-up aircraft would be available if any issues arose.
Our offices in Australia and Dubai worked together to help the airline obtain the necessary permits and guide them on the best third-party suppliers for catering and handling.
The Finer Details
Rapid Response: We found a solution within 24 hours and arranged customised catering, branded headrests and sports massage tables at short notice.
Flight Representation: One of our team in Australia accompanied the charter, ensuring everything ran smoothly from start to finish.
Specialist Catering: Working with the team’s nutritionist, we arranged onboard catering that accommodated the players’ dietary requirements.