An Air NZ pilot who did not tell authorities about three drink-driving convictions was described last night as a 'model citizen' by the airline.

Man so enraged crew couldn't pay him on the spot that he ate his winning ticket.

A unionist has attacked Air NZ boss Rob Fyfe over the 'grubby deal' with police that has led to drink-driving staff being penalised twice.

Air NZ and Progressive Enterprises took top honours in the Marketing Association's RSVP and Nexus Awards for response-driven marketing.

Air NZ reported its first-half profit almost doubled as fuel costs tumbled and the airline reined in labour costs.

British Airways cabin crew have voted overwhelmingly to strike in a move likely to cause huge disruption to flights in the run-up to Easter.

NZ's aviation watchdog says it has some airline pilots under surveillance for alcohol or drug abuse, but can't say how many, or whether they still fly.

Air NZ boss Rob Fyfe has accused police of intentionally trying to undermine confidence in the airline - a claim the police minister rejects.

A row has broken out between Air NZ and the police after claims of drink-driving staff and a drinking culture.

The debate about extra-large passengers - should they have to buy a second seat instead of spilling over into their skinny neighbours' space - is off again.

It's not only Air New Zealand's "cuddle class" passengers who will be getting closer to their travelling companions.

Jetstar will hand out travel vouchers of up to $100 if it fails to deliver on a new guarantee scheme unveiled today.

If you want a pillow and blanket in economy class on American Airlines, it's going to cost you.

Boeing's giant 747-8 freighter - the biggest plane the company has built - took off on its first flight today.

Jetstar has opened a pay-per-use lounge at Auckland Airport's domestic terminal.

There were more international flights at Auckland International Airport last year, but fewer visitors.

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