New ZealandStrike by Air NZ flight attendants leaves traveller in limboSome passengers say they had no warning before finding their flights were rescheduled.12 Feb 03:23 AM
New ZealandFuel boost: Marsden Point tank to store jet fuel for 10,000 flightsThe $30m restored tank will more than double Z Energy's private jet fuel storage.12 Feb 03:00 AM
WorldScrutiny over US claim that Mexican drone invasion prompted airport closureThe FAA shut El Paso airspace, threatening 'deadly force' on aircraft.11 Feb 06:09 PM
CrimeInside the quiet war at Christchurch’s border: How Customs fights rising drug threats06 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Why training plane’s front wheel collapsed during emergency landing at Hawke’s Bay Airport02 Feb 09:35 PM
AirlinesAsia-Pacific airlines have fastest growth of any region as carriers ‘scramble’ to meet travel demand29 Jan 09:06 PM
PremiumAirlinesAuckland Airport turns 60: From farmland to jumbo jets and mega-projects 28 Jan 04:00 PM
AirlinesBoeing reports 1st annual profit since 2018Boeing boss says company is making progress on its 'turnaround'.27 Jan 08:52 PM
Travel newsFine print leaves Kiwi couple footing $3k bill after flight delayed in VietnamConsumer NZ warns separate domestic and international bookings can leave gaps in cover. 23 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldFake pilot accused of getting hundreds of free flights across major airlinesThe scam is reminiscent of the film Catch Me If You Can.22 Jan 04:00 PM
AirlinesRyanair boss reminds Elon Musk of takeover rules as pair exchange insultsMusk has floated buying airline, calls CEO 'real idiot' for rejecting Starlink Wi-Fi.22 Jan 01:16 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
New ZealandMassive solar storm fires up aurora in New Zealand skiesSpace weather monitors recorded a strong Kp8 geomagnetic disturbance.20 Jan 07:13 PM
New ZealandNZ agencies have eye on ‘largest solar radiation storm in more than 20 years’Nema says the storm reached New Zealand on Tuesday morning without major impact.20 Jan 12:53 AM
TravelWhy I stole my mum's only chance at a business class flightAn unexpected feud led to Melissa Nightingale swiping her mum's business class spot.19 Jan 11:27 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
AirlinesChristchurch-Vanuatu flights to start for first time this winter on Solomon AirlinesIsland airline also announces Auckland expansion and multiple new Pacific routes.19 Jan 05:12 AM
WorldWreckage of missing Indonesia plane foundThe plane went missing on Saturday after losing contact with air traffic control.18 Jan 06:33 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
AucklandWatch: Paraglider opens new route over South Island main divide in marathon flightHe first flew from Coronet Peak to Whataroa, crossing near Haast Pass.17 Jan 11:00 PM
WorldUS air authority warns of ‘military activities’ over Mexico, Central AmericaThe advisory also covers airspace over parts of the Pacific and is in effect for 60 days.17 Jan 01:38 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
WorldCouple get married in airplane ceremony blocking bathroom accessThe other 136 passengers were asked to remain seated during the high-altitude ceremony.13 Jan 11:13 PM
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
AirlinesAirbus delivers more planes in 2025The European manufacturer lifted deliveries by 4% in 2025 but missed its 7% growth goal.12 Jan 09:08 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Formal dress for Mayor Tim’s farewell? What a load of bull**** and jellybeansOPINION: Let's honour Tim Shadbolt in the colourful manner in which he lived. 12 Jan 04:00 PM
