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Near-collision between drone and Air NZ Airbus approaching Auckland
Not all drone users comply with civil aviation users, says TAIC.

Market close: Fletcher Building shares rise as NZ market gains momentum
There were 60 gainers on the main board and 60 decliners today.

Air New Zealand to fly to Western Sydney from 2027
The new Western Sydney International will be a 24-hour airport.

'Like in the lounge at home': Air NZ trials Starlink Wi-Fi on flights
The airline says passengers will be able to use the internet like they are at home.

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Rolls-Royce responds after Air NZ complains, airline group blasts manufacturers
Airline chief says Christmas promises he gets keep going unfulfilled.

Air NZ announces Christchurch-Adelaide service after getting planes out of ‘the sin bin’
New Airbus A321s and leased engines allowing for more flights, CEO says.

Air NZ to use bigger jet on some Auckland-South Island flights
All Blacks test in Dunedin, Queenstown winter holiday trips get more seats.

Airline group IATA slams ‘unacceptable’ engine problems, delays
And 'outrage' over sustainable fuel also emerges.

Pilots say lessons learned after Air NZ plane smashed into runway edge lights
Five tyres were damaged after wild weather impacted the plane's approach.

'A city that’s finding its feet again': Businesses optimistic in survey, air connectivity key issue
More than 40% of respondents noted the recovery of international tourism.

Major bank ends Airpoints credit card rewards
State-owned Kiwibank said costs and regulations had increased, making it unviable.

'Game-changer' domestic jet flights return to Hamilton after 25 years
Air New Zealand announced it would operate a 171-seat Airbus A320 on a key route.

Air NZ gets robot-tethered drone in Spark private 5G warehouse project
The airline and the telco say the networked robot is a first for NZ business.

'Fastest-growing route': Jet service returns to Hamilton after 25 years
The 171-seat Airbus A320 will operate alongside ATR 72 flights.

‘Dream a bit more‘: Whanganui tea company partners with Air New Zealand
Kaputī Studio will receive a $20,000 cash grant and 12 weeks of mentoring.

Low-level flight: Air NZ jet with punctured fuselage lands safely
Plane has hole after hitting airbridge; it has returned to NZ on unpressurised flight.

'I didn't expect to be hit by a 777': Air NZ jet's fuselage punctured – plane to return from Oz at low altitude
The damaged 777 will fly to NZ today, unpressurised over the Tasman, for repairs.

New flight routes and cruises, coral restorations, burger festivals, and luxury walks
New routes and cruises to make your travel days better.

Review: Flying Business Class and Premium Economy on Air NZ's new retrofitted Dreamliner
Business Premier offers a lie-flat seat and luxe features.

Air NZ cancels flight after plane hits airbridge at Brisbane Airport
Repairs to the plane destined for Auckland could not be made in time for its departure.