The Stratolaunch was the dream child of Microsoft co-founder, the late Paul Allen.

Queenstown air traffic control will resume just after 6am tomorrow.

Test of genetic doubles gave scientists the opportunity to track details of human biology.

Here are some common questions readers have about these incidents and brief answers.

EDITORIAL: With two major space-age achievements already this year, what else is in store?

This spacecraft team will ring in the new year by exploring an even more distant world.

A photo lends a one-of-a-kind image inspiration to care for our planet.

The strike could affect 42,000 customers booked to travel on December 21.

Air NZ says it is crucial to mark tragic events for families and it can make flying safer.

The dilapidated remains of the plane were shipped to Auckland for restoration.

Astronomers spotted something odd last year. Something really odd.

A look at Air New Zealand's newest plane - the A321neo.

Theoretical physicist, best-selling author and science communicator, Dr Michio Kaku has returned to New Zealand as part of his 'The Future Of Humanity' tour.

No paid passengers on inaugural flight into Whangārei, and only one on return to Auckland.

Star Trek actor William Shatner joked about sending Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's baby into space, as he opened Rocket Lab's new factory in the Auckland suburb of Mount Wellington.

Japan space agency scientists are thrilled by the images being sent to Earth.

Spring has started off a bit foggy, but the weather is set to improve.

NZ Herald business reporter Grant Bradley takes a look inside Brazilian plane-maker Embraer.

Kiwi Michael Kapteyn, 22, is hoping to work on new technologies that can help the world.

After Cape Canaveral's spectacular explosion in 2016, SpaceX looked seriously at sabotage.

Musk's orbiting Roadster reinforces inequalities, Beck's star promotes a vision of unity.

The behemoth that can haul more mass further passes its first test.

The take off and landing of the Falcon heavy flight. Source: SpaceX

IATA economist Brian Pearce outlines what's in store. Source: IATA Communications

Ride-hailing service Uber announced plans for a flying taxi that could provide relief from road congestion for the commuters of the future. Source: AP

The frightening moment a Hawaiian Airlines A330 engine bursts into flames moments after it landed at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Twitter / @jasonavbc

A RNZAF Orion aircraft makes an emergency landing at Whenuapai RNZAF airbase after a loss of one engine. Credit: Brett Phibbs

Introducing the new spacesuits that bear little resemblance to their Nasa forebears.

Rocket Lab is now a $1.4 billion company after attracting more US backing.