A small plane on a scenic flight forced an Air New Zealand Airbus A320 to take evasive action over Auckland - terrifying passengers, who clung to their seats as the big plane sharply changed course.

Our early arrival - nearly two and a half hours before flying time so we might relax and have something to eat - was completely blown by the check-in.

The issue of a second Sydney airport has been debated for decades.

Few international airports have the same scary landing credentials as Wellington on a windy day, says Jim Eagles.

The British Government is poised to reopen the vexed and controversial debate over the expansion of air travel in southeast England.

Opinions may be divided, but Wellington Airport's so-called Rock terminal continues to rake in accolades.