AirlinesServices sector kick start outlinedProductivity Commission extols more competition and adopting cloud computing.05 Jun 07:00 PM
AirlinesBoeing 747 faces Air Force One swansong as jumbo era endsBoeing's iconic 747 jumbo jet is gliding deeper into its twilight years, with a new Air Force One fleet offering the strongest sales prospect for a passenger model that no longer fits most airlines' needs.04 Jun 02:30 AM
AirlinesSingapore's airport revampSingapore's Changi Airport, a traditional stopover for New Zealanders but facing increased pressure from other airports in the Middle East, is expanding rapidly.03 Jun 05:00 PM
AirlinesAirlines get tough on bad behaviourAirline chiefs have voted to support tough measures to deal with the growing problem of out-of-control passengers, who are often fuelled by excess alcohol.03 Jun 05:00 PM
AirlinesAir NZ buys planes worth $1.6bAir New Zealand is replacing its Airbus international aircraft with new models worth $1.6 billion as it refreshes its fleet.01 Jun 05:00 PM
AirlinesEnergy award winner behind Auckland Airport's sustainability focusThe aviation industry is awake to the threat of climate change even if politicians are not, said Auckland International Airport executive Martin Fryer.01 Jun 05:00 PM
AirlinesAuckland's plane route: New approachA controversial landing trial into Auckland Airport will be restarted next year, a report recommends - but with a higher altitude over certain suburbs.29 May 11:00 PM
AirlinesDreamliner reliability backed by FAA over-waterBoeing's 787 Dreamliner will be allowed to fly farther on some long over-water trips after US regulators concluded it has proved its reliability.29 May 04:30 AM
AirlinesAir NZ Dreamliner takes flightAir New Zealand's first Boeing 787-9 has flown for the first time, completing a three-hour test flight above Seattle, in Washington state.29 May 04:11 AM
AirlinesVirgin jobs under threat in NZJobs of Virgin Australia managers in New Zealand are under threat as the airline assesses whether it will shift the roles to Australia.29 May 01:10 AM
AirlinesAirlines abandon first classMore airlines are getting rid of their first-class service with only a few carriers able to sustain top-end cabins, says a report.27 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesAirport confiscates expensive cosmeticsA woman had her expensive cosmetics binned in front of her at the airport without an explanation - despite the goods being under the 100ml carry-on limit.26 May 08:00 PM
AirlinesSpending by tourists soars 18 per centSpending by tourists is up 18 per cent in the past year as the tourism industry continues its recovery from tough times.21 May 05:30 PM
AirlinesAirline, Tourism NZ extend partnershipAir New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand will extend a $20 million marketing partnership to promote the country in important markets over the next year.20 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesRyanair seeks growth by flying 3 million more peopleRyanair is forecasting a return to growth this year after the first profit decline in five years.20 May 02:58 AM
AirlinesAir NZ - Tourism NZ partnership extendedAir New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand will extend a $20 million marketing partnership to promote the country in key overseas markets.19 May 11:13 PM
AirlinesAir NZ: 'no current plans' for DenverAir New Zealand says it is assessing the viability of new routes to Pacific Rim destinations but has "no current plans" to fly to Denver.16 May 12:45 AM
AirlinesBoeing wins $3.8b order amid China travel boomBoeing will sell 50 737 aircraft worth at least $3.8 billion to a low-cost carrier, as a loosening of Chinese government controls on low-cost travel stokes demand expectations.15 May 03:11 AM
AirlinesBoeing and Brazilians link up to push biofuelBoeing and rival Brazilian plane-maker Embraer have teamed up to boost the aviation biofuel industry.13 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesQueenstown welcome mat out for rich-list jetsA new mini-terminal has been opened in Queenstown to handle an increase in the number of private jets coming to the resort town.13 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesDuty-free ciggie stock-up stubbed outThe days of bulk-buying cigarettes at the border are over after the Govt revealed its latest anti-smoking policy would cut the duty-free allowance.08 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesQ'town night flight - or night fright?Airlines have welcomed the prospect of flying into Queenstown after dark now the resort's airport has safety clearance for night flights.06 May 06:39 PM
AirlinesFare go: Airport boss calls for flat feeAuckland Airport says it wants a fixed taxi fare price for a trip into the city to stop exorbitant fares - but it can't take any action until contracts expire in 2016.06 May 06:16 PM
AirlinesQueenstown gets night flightsAir safety authorities have given the green light for after-dark flights at Queenstown Airport.06 May 05:39 AM
AirlinesDrones to start US railroad patrolsUnion Pacific, the railroad created with a stroke of Abraham Lincoln's pen, is now tinkering with the next wave of transportation technology: drones.06 May 03:40 AM
AirlinesBig cash lift for plane noise campaignAuckland residents complaining that aircraft noise over their homes has become intolerable are thanking an anonymous benefactor for contributing thousands to their cause.05 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesCathay cooks 31.7m mealsCathay Pacific's catering operations at Chep Lap Kok in Hong Kong last year produced 31.7 million meals for 41 international airlines.22 Apr 04:15 PM
AirlinesAir NZ, Singapore alliance closerThe planned strategic alliance between Air New Zealand and Singapore Airlines has taken an important step with Singaporean authorities giving it approval.22 Apr 04:15 PM
AirlinesCebu Pacific considers NZ routePhilippines low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific is eyeing New Zealand as a possible destination following a new air service agreement between the two countries.22 Apr 04:15 PM
BDBDAgribusinessAir NZ deal nearly off groundThe proposed codeshare between Air NZ and Singapore Airlines has been given the all clear from Competition Commission Singapore.21 Apr 09:59 PM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Govt's selldown - marks out of 10The National Government's asset sale programme is complete but the debate about the process just won't go away.21 Apr 09:30 PM
