New ZealandAir traffic control 'technical fault' disrupts transtasman flights, probe under wayOceania airspace was shut after a fault in the main Operational Control System, CAA says.16 Aug 07:34 AM
New Zealand'Can't make payments': Air NZ system outage affects bookingsAir New Zealand's online payment systems are currently down.15 Aug 05:56 AM
WorldSwiss pilot sets new altitude record for solar-powered flightThe flight broke a 15-year-old altitude record for solar planes.13 Aug 10:07 PM
New ZealandEmergency services respond to small aircraft with engine issues Three fire engines attended the scene of the emergency at Palmerston North Airport.13 Aug 04:31 AM
WorldPolice gun fires during arrest at Sydney Airport; man in custodyNo injuries occurred, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.13 Aug 04:22 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelThis is the worst seat on the plane – and it's not what you thinkExperts say seat choice can make or break your flight experience.12 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandReckless pilot fined after crashing uncertified plane, CAA warns of riskThe unlicensed man crash-landed the uncertified plane near Marton and was seriously hurt.12 Aug 01:28 AM
WorldSwiss pilot takes big step closer to solar plane altitude recordRaphael Domjan flew the SolarStratos to 8224m and aims to reach 10,000m.10 Aug 09:38 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMore laser pointer attacks on aircraft, more devices interceptedAviation aggravation as flashers increasingly misuse laser pointers.10 Aug 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAirports tell Government to stop interfering Airlines are pressuring the Government to pick on airports, Wellington CEO says.08 Aug 02:47 AM
Entertainment'Common practice': TV star accused of covering up flight recordsMatt Wright allegedly manipulated helicopter flight records frequently.06 Aug 11:07 PM
New ZealandRNZAF rescues three from Antarctica in high-risk mid-winter medical evacuationThe crew had to wait for a window in the weather to complete the flight.06 Aug 02:11 AM
WorldTommy Robinson arrested for alleged assault at UK stationBritish far-right activist taken into custody at Luton airport after flight from Portugal.04 Aug 08:57 PM
TravelI wept and ate my way through my business class experienceWhat better way to be waited on hand and foot than on a business class flight?04 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMarcelo Menoita: Southern Cross Project could unlock billions for NZ economyThe project could bring NZ$1.87b in economic benefits over 10 years.04 Aug 04:59 PM
New ZealandPolice remove man from Air NZ flight over 'concerning remarks'The passenger was removed from a plane at Auckland Airport due to security concerns.02 Aug 04:31 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ defends Airpoints scheme after Australian criticismFrequent Flyer offers some tips, but the airline may beg to differ.02 Aug 03:00 AM
AirlinesAirline growth slowed in June but Asia-Pacific still did better than mostAustralian and US activity grew slowly amid impacts of war and Air India crash.01 Aug 02:20 AM
WorldDelta flight diverted after 25 injured in severe turbulenceThe flight from Salt Lake City to Amsterdam was diverted to Minneapolis.31 Jul 07:10 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Wallace: Government must step up to save vital regional air routesOPINION: Our vital regional air routes are being crippled by soaring costs.31 Jul 04:29 AM
WorldCrash probe: Helicopter unit flew using faulty altitude readingsControllers' efforts to improve safety were rebuffed, according to the NTSB.31 Jul 03:03 AM
WorldWhy UK air travel chaos may last days after radar failureNats restored the affected system, resuming normal operations in London.31 Jul 12:56 AM
AirlinesAirbus first-half profit climbs 85%, toilet shortage causes backlogEngine supply issues causing aggravation but Airbus upbeat about tariffs.30 Jul 10:06 PM
AirlinesBoeing reports smaller loss, ramps up productionBoeing's backlog is now more than a trillion dollars.29 Jul 11:55 PM
WorldHelicopter crash kills two German airmen, one missingThe helicopter crashed into the Mulde river near Grimma, Saxony.29 Jul 11:39 PM
BusinessAir New Zealand appoints new CEONikhil Ravishankar will take over from Greg Foran in October.29 Jul 08:55 PM
World20 killed, 40+ wounded in Russian strikes on Ukraine overnightZaporizhzhia prison hit; 16 killed, 35 wounded, nearby houses damaged.29 Jul 05:58 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSunair still grounded but says progress being madeThe regional airline's chief says some Sunair planes should get clearance soon.29 Jul 04:00 AM
AirlinesSingapore Airlines takes a hit from Air India's financial disasterSingapore Airlines' strong demand was not enough to make up for Air India's poor result.29 Jul 01:02 AM
AirlinesAnsett returns as AI-powered travel agency after 20-year hiatusThe new agency uses AI for personalised experiences and faster deals.28 Jul 09:05 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldFather seeks answers after son dies in fatal plane collisionThe crash was the deadliest US domestic plane crash in over two decades.28 Jul 01:05 AM
World'Loud boom': Passengers recount frightening Boeing plane evacuationThe tyres blew out during take-off, causing the plane to tilt left.28 Jul 12:10 AM
WorldOver 3000 Boeing workers reject new contract, strikes loomBoeing workers in Missouri and Illinois rejected the company's contract offer.27 Jul 10:32 PM
AirlinesAir New Zealand international lounge at Auckland Airport to be overhauledThe airline will roll out a two-part lounge and nearly double its Auckland footprint.27 Jul 09:18 PM
