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Tyres burst as Air NZ flight aborts take-off

Market closes up, Asian markets dip

Air travel soon to be sitting pretty

Jim Eagles checks out some innovations designed to make flying more comfortable.

Air NZ passengers prepare for emergency landing

Passengers on a flight from Sydney to Auckland faced anxious moments as the pilot warned them to be prepared for an emergency landing.

<i>Grant David</i>: Competition watchdog's teeth growing sharper

Commission abused rules, court says

The Commerce Commission is seeking clarification of its powers after a judge ruled it had abused gagging orders while investigating alleged collusion between Air New Zealand and other airlines.

Sharemarket gives back early gains

Air NZ plane makes emergency stop

An Air NZ flight from Tokyo with 296 passengers on board had to make an emergency stop on the runway after pilots noticed a warning light.

Welcome to cuddle class

Air New Zealand's latest cabin redesign looks set to transform the claustrophobic economy cabin from cattle class to cuddle class.

Airline gets us comfortable first

If Air NZ's new lie-flat economy seats and upgraded premium economy class prove popular it may provide an opportunity to increase prices.

NZX breaks losing streak as leaders post gains

Air NZ unveils new 'Skycouch' economy seats

Air New Zealand has this morning unveiled a new seat design for its long-haul economy passengers - called the "Skycouch".

Economy gets more laid back

Air New Zealand will this week unveil one of its most significant aircraft interior upgrades in years.

Lie back for the long haul

Air New Zealand passengers will be laid low by new seats that allow them to lie back, stretch out and sleep - a world first for economy-class.

Planes in 'close call' over Queenstown

If you don't fit, buy two seats

It's only a matter of time before airlines start demanding fat passengers pay for two seats, an aviation commentator says.