Travel newsAir New Zealand reveals outcome of its investigation into 'Kiwi-owned' snack supplierThe airline says it has strengthened its processes after Project 32 probe.01 Dec 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAirbus A320 software issue made for a hectic weekend at airportsAirlines have praised customer responses after a 'very rare situation'.30 Nov 11:59 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlines'Arriving fresher than ever': Global appetite lifts NZ salmon exportsFishy business: US still the major premium market but salmon demand soars in China.30 Nov 10:28 PM
WorldTributes for Sydney pilot killed in horror mid-air collisionThe second light aircraft landed safely at Napperfield Airfield, uninjured.30 Nov 08:46 PM
New ZealandAir NZ's Airbus A320 aircraft return to normal service after software recallAbout 6000 Airbus A320 family jets worldwide needed urgent software fixes.30 Nov 05:17 AM
WorldPilot dead after two planes crash mid-air in SydneyOne light plane crashed in bushland while the second landed safely back at base.30 Nov 03:13 AM
New ZealandAir NZ expects grounded A320 fleet back in service by this eveningThe airline aims to have all affected planes updated today after global software fault.29 Nov 07:29 PM
WorldTrump tells airlines Venezuelan skies are ‘closed’ amid US military buildupThe FAA has not closed Venezuelan airspace and flights were still operating.29 Nov 06:38 PM
New ZealandPassengers speak of 'chaos', hours-long queues as A320 software recall stalls airportsNZ travellers have reported queues of up to six hours and conflicting airline updates.29 Nov 06:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Almost unprecedented': Aviation commentator on Airbus chaos and A320 software fearsA JetBlue A320 plunged suddenly on a Cancun to Newark flight, injuring passengers.29 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandChanging their tune: Flight chaos forces NZSO to swap concert symphoniesKey New Zealand Symphony Orchestra players remain stranded in Wellington.29 Nov 03:26 AM
WorldUS fears cover-up in Air India crash Black-box data allegedly shows the captain cut fuel to both engines.29 Nov 01:58 AM
New Zealand'It's safe to fly': CAA assures air passengers after global software fault chaosThe Civil Aviation Authority released a statement after a day of delays and disruption. 28 Nov 11:19 PM
New Zealand'Chaos': Long queues at airports as Kiwi travellers left stranded by Airbus faultA software issue is affecting Airbus A320 operators globally, including in New Zealand.28 Nov 09:22 PM
WorldExpats must renew British passports or risk being strandedFrom Feb 25 2026, visitors from 85 countries including NZ will need an ETA to enter.26 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesOrchid Air: Emirates says trade in premium exports blooming with UAE trade dealCrayfish, lamb, cherries and orchids are now key exports bound for Dubai.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFlights cancelled as Whakaari ash cloud disrupts Bay travelSixteen Air New Zealand flights were cancelled as ash drifted over Tauranga.25 Nov 05:18 AM
WorldSea World crash inquest hears of five near misses before fatal collisionThe inquest will test if earlier warnings might have averted the tragedy.24 Nov 04:01 AM
AirlinesAir NZ CEO says A320 engine issues may take two years to resolveNikhil Ravishankar says the airline's 'controllable cancellations' must be halved.23 Nov 10:58 PM
New ZealandUp to 15,000 travellers could face delays if Air NZ cabin crew strike proceedsThe airline is looking at cancelling flights and rebooking passengers. 23 Nov 07:56 PM
Herald NOW1200 Air NZ cabin crew to go on strike: Air NZ CEO respondsAir NZ CEO Nikhil Ravishankar responds to plans for a mass strike, set to affect atleast 10,000 passengers. Video / Herald NOWWatch23 Nov 06:17 PM
Travel newsHow do you make beer taste better at 30,000 feet? Air NZ says it’s cracked itParrotdog’s Dash-hound IPA has been designed specifically for Air NZ's in-flight menu.22 Nov 09:58 PM
New ZealandAir NZ cabin crew to strike as pay talks stallUnions say pay offers fail to match rising living costs and safety demands.21 Nov 05:54 AM
New ZealandJetstar flights to ban use of portable power banks on all flights, Air New Zealand looking into itAir New Zealand will decide next week if it will follow Jetstar’s move.21 Nov 04:42 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAirfare fraud claims: Warnings of predators targeting elderly, ethnic minoritiesMigrant and ethnic communities often singled out' by holiday package fraudsters.21 Nov 01:07 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesHawaiian Airlines returns to Auckland at same time as traditional canoes on 80,000km journeyHawaiians hope timing with epic canoe voyage makes for an auspicious summer.20 Nov 11:38 PM
AucklandAir NZ flight returns to Auckland after in-flight engineering issueFlight NZ5077 turned around near Mt Taranaki before returning to Auckland.20 Nov 04:21 AM
AirlinesBoeing faces pressure from Emirates for bigger 777X as delays mountThe airline wants Boeing to build a larger 777X to replace its A380 fleet.18 Nov 10:53 PM
AirlinesAir New Zealand announces Koru Black tier in loyalty scheme overhaulFive refreshed tiers will take effect for frequent flyers next autumn.18 Nov 04:00 PM
AirlinesAir NZ flight attendants vote to take strike actionUnion says strike will not happen in week before Christmas, but will occur this year.18 Nov 04:41 AM
AirlinesEmirates orders dozens more Boeing 777X aircraft despite delaysBoeing is trying to turn the page on a torrid period.18 Nov 04:36 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAuckland Airport building new temporary pavilion with components bolted together on-sitePavilion expected to open next autumn as departures hall gets major upgrade.17 Nov 09:00 PM
Travel newsHot Deals: Luxury cruises and tours across Fiji, Japan, Hong Kong, UK, Italy, and SingaporeLuxury cruises, foodie tours, and island escapes across Fiji, Japan, Hong Kong and more.17 Nov 04:33 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesUS flights can return to ‘normal’ after Govt shutdown disruptionsSpace launches and even parachutists faced restrictions during the shutdown.17 Nov 04:18 AM
