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Editorial: Airline competition across the Pacific great news at both ends of the line
The arrival of new airlines is great news for passengers.
Air NZ looks to future: Supersonic planes, robots and VR travel on the radar
The airline is thinking big as it faces more disruption due to engine issues.
AirAsia X ditches Auckland-Sydney flights for new route
Malaysian airline is going full circle with new city pair between NZ and Australia.
Why American Airlines is joining the party on the Auckland-Los Angeles route
There was one carrier a year ago - four airlines will be flying the route by Christmas.
Opinion: No one copped more wrath from Qantas investors than this man
Executives are now flying economy "more often".
Australia falls out of love with Qantas
Financial Times: Investors, unions, customers demand change, despite strong profits.
Four ways airlines are making billions out of charging for extras
Air travel's not yet at pre-Covid levels, but ancillary revenue is breaking records.
Qantas makes Wellington a stronghold - why it's so keen on the capital
Qantas continues its international rebuild as it faces flak at home.
Air NZ call centre staff ‘suffering distressing nightmares’ - email to airline bosses
Staff say they are living in a constant state of fear and anxiety.
The big change coming to Air NZ's lounges
The airline is also providing reusable cups in lounges as part of a sustainability drive.
The Americans have landed: ‘Strong demand’ as US airlines infiltrate Kiwi market
The number of flights soars - and so does the pressure on Auckland Airport.
Riders on the storm: Rival US airlines start flights to Auckland
Delta is making its debut in NZ and United expanding its Auckland operation.
Delta’s dawn: Giant US airline about to touchdown in NZ and shake up the market
Big boost to Auckland-Los Angeles services will help push down prices.
Editorial: Customer service needs an upgrade
Technology has brought benefits to the bottom line, but these need to be shared.
Air NZ’s Manila contract: Auckland contact centre firm asks why not keep it local?
Airline to use Philippines contact centre for digital inquiries.
Air NZ passengers can get taste of First Class in new leased aircraft
In a blast from the past, passengers can get a taste of First-Class – for a price.
Bags not: Luggage scam using Auckland Airport offers 1000 unclaimed bags for $3
Scam page keeps surfacing after airport company reported it to Meta.
Hawaiian Airlines cuts NZ route during winter
The seasonal departure's a blow for travellers as the airline helped drive prices down.
Auckland Airport chief on her former boss - incoming PM Christopher Luxon
"I know Christopher, he is very action-oriented," says Carrie Hurihanganui.
Air NZ’s radical move to tackle long contact centre waiting times
The airline says call centre service levels are still not up to scratch.
'Absolute zoo': Auckland Airport chairman responds to shareholder criticism
The company says improvements over the last month should help during summer.
What a global airport boss thought of his connection through Auckland
The industry leader says investment is needed to bring airports up to scratch.
Defence Force: Firefighter shortage cuts Ōhakea option for diverted airliners
There's a national shortage of qualified personnel and very limited training options.
Why the outlook for Air New Zealand is clouding over
Airline releases half-year guidance as it faces bumps ahead.
Record arrivals from India help boost tourist numbers
India is the fifth-largest source of overseas visitors to New Zealand.
Qantas upheaval: Board chairman to quit scandal-hit airline
Cleanout of board as Australian airline confronts 'reputational issues'.
Happy landings: What airlines and airports want from the next government
New Zealand's reputation with international airlines is at risk, says action report.
‘Holy s***, I never expected that’: Big payday for Kiwi travel firm bought by global giant
Run out of an Orewa home, the business now has multi-billion-dollar backing.
Battleground route: Airline capacity to US soars on pre-Covid levels
Links to North America surge this summer as capacity nears pre-pandemic levels.
Emirates cadet academy a fast track to the cockpit of a Boeing 777
The $306K fee gets full board and uniforms - and training in sporty Embraer jets.
High travel costs locked in as air travel heads back to pre-pandemic levels
Study shows the eye-watering increases in airfares in this region.
Editorial: Has tourism become a dirty word?
OPINION: Sector is recovering, but international spending only half that before Covid.
Airline add-ons: The extras costing passengers billions
How ancillary revenue helped power up airlines including Air NZ after Covid.