AirlinesMonster engines for longest flightUltra long distance airliners need a lot of fuel to reach their destination and engines powerful enough to get all that weight off the ground.06 Mar 02:00 AM
AirlinesLongest flight cabin crew secretsA Qatar Airways cabin crew member shares stories from the longest commercial flight in the world.05 Mar 05:30 PM
AirlinesMH370: NZ trial for new tracking systemAirways NZ will trial a satellite system that continually tracks planes across vast ocean areas.02 Mar 12:36 AM
AirlinesEmirates' superjumbo conquers routeEmirates says the double-decker A380 has added to the success of its Auckland to Dubai service.01 Mar 09:31 PM
AirlinesPilots want brakes on runway hearingAirline pilots want to delay a planning hearing regarding extension on Wellington Airport's runway.28 Feb 10:26 PM
AirlinesCathay to launch Christchurch serviceCathay Pacific is planning direct flights between Christchurch and Hong Kong.28 Feb 05:11 AM
BDBDAirlinesWellington runway extension uncertainThe future of Wellington International Airport's proposed runway extension is unclear.28 Feb 12:44 AM
AirlinesInside a monster planeThe Airbus contender to replace the RNZAF's Hercules is making its 100-tonne presence felt in New Zealand this weekend.24 Feb 04:10 AM
AirlinesMission to sell a monster planeThe Airbus pitch to sell its massive heavy lift aircraft to New Zealand comes at an awkward time as the plane maker's programme hits financial snags.23 Feb 07:28 PM
BDBDAirlinesAir NZ leads sharemarket higherNew Zealand shares rose yesterday, led by Air New Zealand and Spark New Zealand,23 Feb 08:20 AM
AirlinesHeadwinds for Air NZAir New Zealand faces a steep drop in full year profit but says tailwinds including strong tourism and flattening competition will help the company.23 Feb 03:33 AM
BDBDAirlinesQantas dips, Jetstar fares betterQantas Airways reported a slide in first-half profit but its Jetstar Group did better.23 Feb 12:05 AM
AirlinesWhat's clipped Air NZ's wings?Air NZ's profit has taken a 24 per cent knock, what's driving the fall and what does it mean for ticket prices?22 Feb 10:40 PM
BDBDAirlinesCompetition hits Air NZ, profit down 24pcAir NZ posted a 24 per cent fall in first-half profit in the face of increasing competition.22 Feb 07:57 PM
BDBDAirlinesAir NZ re-signs Govt flight dealAir New Zealand has joined the panel of carriers providing air services in the government's cross-agency contract designed to get 22 Feb 03:13 AM
AirlinesAir NZ profit forecast to fallAir New Zealand faces a sharp fall in first half profits as increased competition puts pressure on yields and oil prices edge up.22 Feb 02:48 AM
AirlinesSpecial beer brewed for 35,000ftCathay Pacific has teamed up with Hong Kong Beer Co to brew a beer that is not affected by high altitude flying.21 Feb 10:27 PM
AirlinesCathay Pacific eyes Christchurch - reportAn analyst believes Cathay Pacific will announce services between Hong Kong and Christchurch.21 Feb 03:47 AM
AirlinesAnother Chinese airline coming to NZSichuan Airlines has announced three times a week services to Auckland, the latest Chinese carrier to come to this country.21 Feb 01:32 AM
AirlinesAirbus brings in the heavy metalAirbus is making a play to replace NZ's ageing Hercules by showing off its big military airlifter this week in a bid to woo the public and Defence chiefs.20 Feb 02:42 AM
AirlinesTravel boss warns on air faresA global travel industry leader says air fares may have reached low point and flattening capacity and rising oil prices will see them stabilise.15 Feb 04:17 AM
AirlinesRolls-Royce lose a record $8 billionRolls-Royce has reported a record annual loss of £4.6 billion (NZ$8b) .15 Feb 01:02 AM
AirlinesWhich is the most powerful airline brand?Aeroflot is the most powerful airline brand in the world, underpinned by its dominance in its home market, refreshed fleet and new approach to marketing.14 Feb 02:22 AM
AirlinesThe supersonic flight has landed for goodThe Concorde never realised its full potential. Commercial supersonic flights no longer exist today, and not because we have moved on to faster or better technology.13 Feb 07:20 PM
AirlinesEx-Google staffer's plans for Air NZAir NZ digital head Avi Golan is working to take the pain out of travel with experience from Silicon Valley.10 Feb 08:21 PM
AirlinesEurope flights for under $1000Some return flights to Europe have fallen below $1000 and on sale to London for an "unheard" of $1099.10 Feb 04:00 AM
AirlinesJetstar win in $220m travel dealJetstar has won a 10 year deal to fly government workers around the country as negotiations with Air NZ have yet to be concluded.10 Feb 01:30 AM
AirlinesGovt plea to sparring airlinesTrade minister Todd McClay is encouraging Air NZ and Qatar to patch up differences over a cancelled commercial deal.08 Feb 04:08 AM
AirlinesBreakthrough could cure jet lag foreverA protein may be the key to unlocking a regular, healthy circadian rhythm no matter where (or when) in the world you are.06 Feb 01:07 AM
AirlinesQatar here for long haulQatar Airways' marathon flight from Doha to Auckland has touched down and the airline says it is committed to the route.05 Feb 09:44 PM
AirlinesWorld's longest flight lands in NZQatar Airways' longest flight in the world has landed 15 minutes early at Auckland Airport after leaving Doha just over 16 hours ago.05 Feb 06:18 PM
AirlinesWill In-Flight movies become extinct?The proliferation of iPhones, iPads and Android devices, in tandem with inflight Wi-Fi, is leading to a shift in In-Flight entertainment.05 Feb 05:09 AM
AirlinesChinese make record trips for New YearChina registered a record 6.15 million overseas trips during the Lunar New Year holiday.04 Feb 01:19 AM
AirlinesThe world's stingiest airline gets worseSpirit Airlines is home of the 'Bare Fare' - which is now even stricter than ever.01 Feb 11:26 PM
