WorldHuge winter storm kills at least 23 across USMore than 820,000 homes and businesses lost power, mainly across the southern US.26 Jan 06:39 PM
New ZealandPublic buses introduced at Hawke’s Bay Airport - cost, luggage space, all you need to knowThe first public bus service to the airport in decades is now underway.26 Jan 02:00 AM
AirlinesAuckland-China flights ramp up ahead of Lunar New YearAirport says China capacity has surpassed pre-pandemic levels.22 Jan 12:00 AM
AirlinesEuropean Parliament rejects flight delay compensation reform MPs vote overwhelmingly in favour of more rights for passengers.21 Jan 09:02 PM
WellingtonMinister orders review after Wellington Airport bomb scare It comes after a worker claimed protocol was ignored when a potential explosive was found.21 Jan 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHow weight-loss drugs could save American airlines billionsNew York Times: Airlines have a history of seeking ways to reduce the weight of aircraft.19 Jan 09:03 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: 'Practice bomb' alert – Did Wellington Airport gamble with safety?OPINION: This incident now tests more than Wellington Airport's judgment.19 Jan 04:05 PM
WorldPlane with 10 on board missing after losing contact over SulawesiThe turboprop vanished en route from Yogyakarta to Makassar on Saturday.18 Jan 01:42 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessA career for the rich? Expensive training a barrier to plugging pilot shortageAirline group says few can find $50,000 to meet lingering loan-fee shortfall. 15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesNew Civil Aviation Authority boss on prosecuting change, building fairer system The former prosecutor takes on one of the biggest jobs in aviation.15 Jan 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Unusual odour': Air Canada flight to Vancouver turns back to Auckland early in journeyThe 13-hour international flight was turned back after pilots detected an unusual odour'.13 Jan 05:34 AM
AirlinesEthiopia begins construction of Africa's biggest airport, PM announcesMassive hub expected to handle some 110 million passengers a year.12 Jan 12:13 AM
New ZealandMore than 50 flights cancelled as high winds batter WellingtonMetService says winds have eased and no severe weather is expected this week.11 Jan 09:07 PM
EntertainmentPop star and his band killed in plane crash after revealing fatal premonitionThe Colombian musician and his band were en route to perform a show in Medellin.11 Jan 07:40 PM
BusinessAir NZ says it is getting more punctual as world’s most reliable airlines awardedFlag carrier says it's on right path to break into global top five for on-time arrivals.11 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldGPS is key to the global economy. It’s also surprisingly easy to attackGPS jamming can impact financial and health systems and civilian airline traffic.31 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandGold Coast tops list as Rotorua travel takes off againTravel agent says 'convenience' is driving the trend. 25 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Meet Charlie, Rotorua Airport's 'top dog in aviation'He gets paid in pats and peanut butter cookies. 25 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandHigh-flying families: Trio of private jets at airport ‘incredible’ for regionA family in Forbes Asia's top 25 list has chosen Hawke's Bay for a Christmas stay.24 Dec 01:38 AM
WorldLibya's top military chief killed in plane crash in TurkeyThe Falcon 50 jet crashed shortly after takeoff, killing all eight people on board.23 Dec 11:45 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness ReportsWho’s up, who’s down: NZ's biggest and fastest growing companies of 2025Fonterra’s revenue rose 5.6% to $24.1b, extending its long-held top ranking.21 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldMan boards Heathrow flight without passport or ticketThe man slipped through Terminal Three security by tailgating other travellers.17 Dec 10:33 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldImmigration agents using air passenger data for deportationsNY Times: TSA airport security gives lists of travellers going through US airports to Ice.14 Dec 05:00 PM
WorldChildren weep after Lapland flight to see Santa called off on runwayPassengers were offered a later date in 2026 or a full refund instead.14 Dec 05:02 AM
WorldUnited Airlines flight loses engine power after takeoff from Dulles AirportThe jet circled to burn off fuel before landing. Part of the engine cover fell off.13 Dec 10:52 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAmerica wants us to dress up to fly. That won't stop Kiwis acting weirdly on planesUS travellers told to dress up in 'civility' push – would Kiwi flyers follow suit?13 Dec 05:00 AM
WorldHilary Swank apologises after airport clash with mum of terminally ill boysFamily were on a Make-A-Wish holiday when the incident with the Hollywood actor unfolded.11 Dec 07:00 AM
TravelHow to beat the Christmas airport rush as Auckland braces for bumper summer trafficDomestic travel peaks in December, while international numbers surge in January.11 Dec 05:00 AM
WorldWatch: Moment skydiver is left dangling from plane's tailThe pilot, fearing a stall, issued a mayday before landing safely at Tully Airport.11 Dec 04:43 AM
AirlinesIndia’s biggest airline, IndiGo, says operations ‘back to normal’The regulator ordered IndiGo to slash its schedule by 10% after chaos.09 Dec 06:27 PM
WorldTwo more arrests in Heathrow pepper spray assaultTwo women were robbed of their suitcases after they got out of a carpark lift.08 Dec 07:20 PM
New ZealandWatch: Kiwi, 21, accused of smuggling $10m of heroin into Sydney in luggageThe New Zealander was stopped at Sydney Airport after a flight from Thailand.08 Dec 12:27 AM
WorldWoman attacked with pepper spray in ‘suitcase robbery’ at Heathrow Airport that left 21 injuredMet police say the incident is believed to involve a suitcase robbery in a lift.07 Dec 07:17 PM
AirlinesQantas launches Auckland-Perth service, new Johannesburg routeThe routes tap into Perth's 60,000 Kiwi and 38,000 South African residents.07 Dec 07:35 AM
