Qantas began flying to Rome in 1948 but is suspending
services because of SARS and the threat of terrorism.

Low cost UK based carrier bmibaby is to start
services from Manchester to both Prague and Barcelona. Fares start from
£32.49 one way

US regional carrier Atlantic Coast Airlines,
which operates as both United Express and Delta Connection, has bought
150 defibrillators to deal with in-flight emergencies when passengers
or crew suffer suspected heart for 148 of its aircraft.

The WHO has lifted travel bans to both Canada and Taiwan
due to SARS. The travel ban on Kenya has also been lifted, Mombassa remains
restricted to UK carriers until security at the coastal airport is increased
but transport officials are optimistic that flights will be resumed at
Kenya's busiest airport for tourists.