TravelCabin code: Two letters you never want to hear on a planeLike all technical fields, airline staff love acronyms29 Sep 03:50 AM
TravelTwo aircraft collide at London HeathrowTwo passenger aircraft were involved in a collision at Europe's busiest runway.28 Sep 11:12 PM
TravelPassengers split over airline's gender fluid uniform updateA UK carrier has torn up its uniform guide and introduced 'preferred pronoun' badges.28 Sep 06:42 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesLift-off: Kiwi billionaire's electric aircraft start-up takes big leapThe battery-powered plane named Alice could revolutionise regional travel.28 Sep 04:32 AM
TravelStranded Jetstar passenger's curious act to cover cancellation costsThe trained singer resorted to desperate measures, stranded in Thailand.27 Sep 10:03 PM
TravelNew York to NZ is going to get better, says world's biggest aviation geekSam Chui says Qantas will be watching NZ1 closely.27 Sep 06:00 PM
AirlinesFlying through Auckland Airport these school holidays? What you need to knowInternational capacity is pouring in and more flights usually lead to lower prices.26 Sep 10:00 PM
Travel'World's best low cost carrier' launches $5 seat saleWith travellers feeling the squeeze, Skytrax budget categories were hotly contested.26 Sep 08:23 PM
TravelWhite House demands US airlines show 'true cost' of ticketsThe White House has declared war on hidden airline charges.26 Sep 07:20 PM
TravelAir NZ slips in Skytrax rankings as world's best airlines revealedWhile Pacific-based carriers have risen, Air New Zealand has seen another slump in rank.26 Sep 06:16 PM
TravelNZ1: Air NZ diverts JFK flight to Fiji, facing strong headwindsThe new ultra-long haul service is facing continued issues with headwinds.23 Sep 03:07 AM
TravelQantas backtracks on unappetising veggie food decisionQantas backtracked after one unpalatable change to flights sparked uproar.23 Sep 02:25 AM
TravelPassenger shamed for disgusting act: When is it OK to go barefoot?When and where is it acceptable to take your shoes and socks off?23 Sep 02:00 AM
AirlinesAir NZ boss: We want to run the airline like a Swiss watchBag offload from New York-Auckland flight ''unfortunate'' says airline chair.22 Sep 05:27 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAnalysis: Taxpayers should celebrate Air NZ's earnings outlook – and ask questions about faresThe forecast return of dividends earlier than expected is welcome - now what about prices?22 Sep 05:24 AM
TravelKiwi electric seaglider completes first flightIf it gets off the water, it could deliver regional flights at ferry-like prices.21 Sep 10:26 PM
TravelRush on one-way plane tickets in Russia after dire turnOne way tickets to Dubai have surged to $15,469 out of Russia.21 Sep 08:52 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesQueenstown Airport was hammered during the pandemic - what's the future?Airport traffic bouncing back after closed borders and lockdowns hitting biggest market.21 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesForce of nature: Why flying back from New York was always the hard part for Air NZOperational challenges expected but they struck early in the service.21 Sep 05:35 AM
AirlinesAir NZ forecasts pre-tax profit for first half on strong travel demandAirline joining others in getting back into the black on strong demand and sky-high fares.21 Sep 05:25 AM
TravelWeighting game: How airlines prioritise luggage on overweight flightsEach airline has a closely guarded protocol for handling overweight services.21 Sep 12:10 AM
TravelPassengers 'taken hostage' by plane that landed in wrong countryMany did not realise what had happened until the plane landed.20 Sep 07:00 AM
TravelHere's how to get extra legroom on long flights, for freeThe handy tool helps you get the most legroom, for free.20 Sep 01:20 AM
TravelWatch: Jet streams explainedWatch: Jet streams explained. Video / Ben CumminsWatch19 Sep 10:41 PM
TravelSigns you are stowing hand luggage all wrongOne airline is sharing a handy travel hack on the 'correct' way to stow luggage.19 Sep 08:47 PM
TravelBrawl erupts over lost luggage at airport carouselImages of an airport brawl have surfaced, which broke out over "lost luggage".19 Sep 07:20 PM
TravelDozens of passengers' luggage left in New York by new Air NZ serviceAround 40 travellers on the new service were told their luggage was still in JFK.19 Sep 01:38 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesCould Air NZ and Virgin Australia merge? Fraying of 'frenemies' sparks speculationAir NZ coy but source says closer airline relationships make sense.16 Sep 05:22 AM
TravelAir NZ extends credit into 2024 for half a million travellersLow availability and high fares have left passengers with few opportunities to use credit.16 Sep 12:40 AM
RoyalsQuiet skies: Heathrow cancels 100 flights for Queen's funeralAircraft, helicopters and hot air balloons have been ordered out of the skies.15 Sep 09:33 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesPulling out the crisis playbook: How Singapore Airlines got the jump on the competitionSingapore Airlines is riding a very strong wave of recovery following the pandemic.15 Sep 05:33 AM
TravelApplause for retired nurse after baby's mid-air emergencyMid-air medical emergencies are high stakes, none more so than one involving an infant.14 Sep 09:00 PM
TravelFlight cancelled or delayed? Consumer NZ battles airlines over passenger rights"It's time airlines lift their game"14 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesFare fright: How much more you're paying for Air NZ domestic flights'We're in the game of making a profit and an acceptable return' - Air NZ boss Greg Foran.14 Sep 05:38 AM