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A rise in airfares will be "inevitable" said one tourism expert.
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Flight attendant fired for posting anti-Trump cartoon, sues Delta
After posting a cartoon of Trump in a KKK hood, Leondra Taylor was fired.
Airlines threatened with new consequences for cancelled flights
Proposed rules would promise passengers better refunds and compensation.
Qantas issues $55 apology to customers
"We know the return to flying hasn't gone smoothly," said the airline's CEO.
Two pilots fall asleep mid-flight while plane soars past destination airport
The napping crew was eventually woken by the sound of emergency sirens.
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The disruptive traveller began asking for passengers to join him in prayer.
Family disgusted by four-hour flight in vomit-covered seats
"Even pre-Covid you wouldn't expect that situation," said the disgusted passenger.
Stress on the flight deck: The pilots who suffered most during pandemic
The findings should be a wakeup call for the industry, say researchers.
Turbulence ahead: Auckland Airport cites 'year of two halves', trims loss
Rebuild strong but there's been pain in the meantime for the airport and travellers.
Shocking reason flight cancelled at the very last minute
They were almost ready for takeoff when the crew dropped a bombshell.
Had your Emirates flight cancelled? Here's what you need to know
Airline cites operational constraints for not restarting South Island operation.
Heathrow reveals latest attempt to survive travel chaos
"The baggage hall looks like hell," said one Kiwi traveller.
Five tips on where to find the cheapest flights
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Queues spill outside Sydney Airport amid staff shortages
This weekend saw disruption and lines spewing out the doors of the Domestic terminals.
How one major airport is compensating disrupted travellers
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Dad wanting to bring daughter home for Xmas among 100,000 affected by flight cancellations, changes
Man was put on hold for five hours as he tried to reach Air NZ following cancellation.
Watch: Onlookers stunned by 'unusually low' landing at Greek airport
Tourists on the Greek Island claim they were nearly decapitated at the infamous airport.
US airport security ditches boarding passes for certain travellers
The new system could save up to 15 minutes at airport security.
EU can bid adieu to era of budget airfares says Ryanair
Rising fuel prices, labour and climate conscientiousness have seen costs take off.
Air NZ cuts schedule as it struggles for crew and planes
Cabin crew wanting jobs back will be angry if airline brings in foreign crew and planes
When, where and why travel costs will drop 40 per cent
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Hilary Barry leans into reclining chair debate on domestic flights
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Waking up a Boeing 777: Air NZ brings its biggest planes back from a deep sleep
From a Victorville desert boneyard to Auckland - Air NZ is waking up its biggest planes.
Qantas executives to become baggage handlers in absurd contingency plan
The employees will have to scan bags, drive carts and carry luggage on board.
Why this flight became the most tracked ever
Almost 3 million people tracked the aircraft during its journey.
Qantas flight grounded after reports of engine on fire
More than a hundred travellers were removed from a Qantas flight after reports of a fire.
Europe travellers warned as two more airlines threaten to strike
If you're heading to Europe it may pay to check who you're flying with.
US wants to make it easier for people to get airline refunds
Getting money back from a delayed flight could get much easier in the US.
Man divides internet after shaming girlfriend for selfish act on plane
The incident sparked debate over who was really in the wrong.