New ZealandDrones near airports 'illegal and incredibly stupid'An investigation into possible regulatory changes around drone use is ongoing.27 Mar 07:50 AM
AirlinesSore bums and boredom: What the Qantas flight was like in economyQantas' long-haul flight wasn't as comfortable for those relegated to economy class.27 Mar 07:36 AM
New ZealandAir NZ demands action: Drone came within metres of aircraftOnly about 4 per cent of complaints against drone users result in disciplinary measures.27 Mar 01:24 AM
AirlinesWhere to next: Air NZ makes big call on new 17-hour flightAll will be revealed on Wednesday night with the 17-hour flight to Chicago a hot tip.26 Mar 07:00 AM
OpinionBryan Gould: Air NZ must be told marooning towns not part of planCOMMENT: A bumper profit is not the only criterion of success.25 Mar 04:00 PM
AirlinesWatch: Qantas Perth to London direct lands at HeathrowDoes this 14,500km flight feel any longer than a regular one-stop service?25 Mar 05:24 AM
AirlinesTouchdown: Qantas flight from Perth to London landsMore than 200 passengers have landed at Heathrow after a 17-hour Qantas flight.25 Mar 04:00 AM
AirlinesMarathon Qantas flight from Perth to London on scheduleQantas says the historic flight is a game changer for the airline and Australia24 Mar 08:18 PM
AirlinesInside the Qantas lounge to limber up for marathon flightQantas opens a premium lounge in Perth aimed at busting jet lag for marathon flight.23 Mar 10:23 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand pilot's amazing manoeuvreKiwi pilot lands, takes off in less than a minute. Source: Homegrown Farm FreshWatch23 Mar 03:25 AM
New ZealandWatch: Kiwi pilot lands, takes off in less than a minutePilot lands, does u-turn and takes off in less than a minute from bumpy makeshift runway.23 Mar 01:50 AM
AirlinesBig Read: Flying long - the growth of ultra-marathon flightsMore 17-hour plus flights are on the radar and should be good news for Kiwis.22 Mar 08:38 AM
AirlinesAirline industry's nomads prepare for next mission after NZThe Portuguese lease airline can pick up assignments at short notice.22 Mar 08:35 AM
AirlinesPortuguese airline wants to cut back plasticMoves are under way to cut back on the 5 million tonnes of waste airlines produce a year.22 Mar 04:11 AM
EducationCheap flights blamed as school attendance drops to new lowOnly half of all Māori students in NZ schools attended regularly last year,22 Mar 04:00 AM
AirlinesAir NZ told: 'You've got the bloody money to fly to Kaitaia'Former Far North mayor Wayne Brown says Air NZ should do more to serve the regions.21 Mar 09:55 PM
OpinionGrant BradleyOpinion: Why Air NZ is the politicians' favourite whipping boyAir New Zealand is a big target for those grumpy about its regional operation21 Mar 08:21 AM
TravelAirline bans fat people, new parents from business classIt's not just the weight of your bag you'll need to consider if you fly with Thai Airways.21 Mar 02:22 AM
AirlinesAir NZ to Shane Jones: Criticism 'unfair', so back offAir New Zealand bosses say meddling by government ministers could damage the company.20 Mar 08:18 AM
BDBDAirlinesWellington Airport runway plan delayedResource consent application on hold for nine months.19 Mar 02:07 AM
AirlinesNZ craft beer brand flying high at 37,000 feetGarage Project took to the skies to find the flavours that work at high altitude16 Mar 04:00 PM
AirlinesWatch: Inside Changi Airport's gleaming new Terminal 4Changi Airport regularly wins top awards from passengers but is putting up prices16 Mar 06:50 AM
New ZealandGovt commits $6.7m to airport, wharves in Bay of IslandsSignificantly more money was promised for the Bay of Islands wharves than the airport.16 Mar 01:30 AM
AirlinesStrong deterrence called for North Korea sanctions breachA Hamilton company's aircraft was spotted at a North Korean military airshow in 2016.15 Mar 10:00 PM
AirlinesWorld first: Christchurch 'flying taxi' has no pilotThe world's first self-piloted electric air taxi is being tested in Christchurch.13 Mar 03:25 AM
New ZealandParaglider injured in QueenstownThe paraglider received minor injuries and was taken to Lakes District Hospital.11 Mar 12:59 AM
OpinionPlane etiquette: When can you press the call button?COMMENT: What constitutes an emergency? A heart attack? Or needing some water?10 Mar 08:56 PM
AirlinesSnakes on a plane - the pitfalls of shipping pets by airAt least 4 million pets are transported by air each year.10 Mar 07:55 PM
AirlinesAirways' plans to phase out control towers revealedTraditional air traffic control towers will be gradually replace by new technology in NZ.08 Mar 04:00 PM
AirlinesDrones make flying in NZ a lottery, says safety expertThe Air Line Pilots' Association says the risk from drones is growing.08 Mar 02:28 AM
AirlinesWhy Hawaiian Airlines is joining the Dreamliner clubThe Honolulu-based operator has opted for Boeing ahead of Airbus.06 Mar 11:51 PM
TravelWhy flying makes you flatulentFlying can affect our bodies in different ways - like increased flatulence and bloating.06 Mar 03:07 AM
New ZealandDrone at Auckland Airport diverts flight, causes delaysA flight from Tokyo to Auckland was diverted due to a drone in controlled airspace.06 Mar 02:38 AM
New ZealandErebus crash theory debunkedStrange snow markings on Erebus not linked to plane crash03 Mar 02:44 AM