Unaccompanied children flying on Air NZ planes will soon be issued with electronic wristbands that will trigger text messages to caregivers through their journey.
On arrival to check-in, children flying alone between the ages of five and 11 will receive a wristband embedded with a microchip that can be scanned at key stages of the journey to trigger text notifications.
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Airline general manager for customer experience Carrie Hurihanganui said the Airband was a great example of airlines investing in technology to enhance customer experience.
"This is the first time this type of technology has been used by an airline anywhere in the world for the purpose of providing caregivers greater peace of mind when their child is travelling alone."