New ZealandDuck could be to blame for 'horrifying' Queenstown flight catching fireA passenger said there was screaming and crying after the fire started.17 Jun 11:18 PM
AirlinesAir NZ adds more seats to Japan amid Asia pushAs part of tourism drive, airline boosts capacity and gives Kiwis more holiday options.17 Jun 11:16 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesBird strikes explained: How common are they in New Zealand?When aircraft are most likely to hit birds — and what happens when they do.17 Jun 07:59 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'I could feel the flames' – witnesses describe fire shooting from aircraft after bird strikeThe aircraft has now made an emergency landing at Invercargill Airport.17 Jun 08:57 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesJenée Tibshraeny: It's hard to sell NZ to the world after another 'embarrassing' plane failureOPINION: The situation with the NZ Defence Force planes is untenable.17 Jun 03:13 AM
New ZealandTwo people injured after Air NZ flight hits severe turbulenceA passenger was treated while a flight attendant hit the aircraft's roof.16 Jun 11:50 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesGlobal defence groups hiring at fastest rate in decades amid record ordersFinancial Times: Companies in sector looking to recruit tens of thousands this year.16 Jun 09:54 PM
New ZealandHow an unlatched rear door led to triple-fatal Wānaka chopper crashOne witness saw the helicopter descend nearly vertically with items trailing behind.12 Jun 05:00 PM
AirlinesTravel stats show tourist arrivals up but still below pre-Covid ratesTraveller numbers were up in April despite early Easter weekend having an impact.11 Jun 11:32 PM
TravelAir NZ has made it easier to become a pilotThe new pathway will take only 14 months, with most costs covered by the airline.11 Jun 08:12 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesA big decision for Boeing’s next CEO: Is it time for a new plane?New York Times: Could building a new plane help the company regain ground?10 Jun 11:12 PM
Travel'Please don't': Study reveals risks with drinking on a flightEven young, healthy people experienced significant changes to their vitals.10 Jun 08:47 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesBoeing woes weigh on credit rating as spectre of junk status loomsFinancial Times: Weak aeroplane delivery figures this week could deliver another blow.10 Jun 05:14 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesWhite Island Tours declares insolvency, liquidators appointedCompany struggled to raise money to pay a fine after eruption tragedy.10 Jun 12:25 AM
AirlinesZombies: Ranks of world’s most debt-hobbled companies soaring, and not all will survive'They’re going to get crushed': Judgment Day may loom for debt-addled companies.09 Jun 09:12 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesEmirates' plans for NZ: New planes and more flights in the mixAirline pays massive bonus, seeks 5000 cabin crew and lays on more goodies for passengers.07 Jun 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesCathay Pacific’s line in the sand: Last plane leaves desert boneyard after pandemic'For some of the team it's quite emotional . . . it's come full circle'.06 Jun 02:19 AM
TravelJetstar is making some domestic flights $29, here's whyThe airline is celebrating a key milestone this year.05 Jun 10:11 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesCam Wallace on a year at QantasFormer Air NZ high flyer has a prestigious job at Qantas international - a $10b business.05 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTravel news‘Like a vertical roller coaster’: On board the turbulent Singapore Airlines flightTelegraph: After plummeting 54m, passengers recall the 'nightmare scenario'.04 Jun 04:36 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesTurbulent times: More passengers belted up - even in the Emirates barAirline turbulence reporting programme grows as more flyers buckle up.04 Jun 02:34 AM
AirlinesAirlines making out of each passenger 'enough for a cup of coffee'Willie Walsh warns that prices will go up as airlines spend more on green fuel.03 Jun 08:36 AM
New ZealandKiwi remains in Bangkok after breaking back, neck during Singapore flightThe man said there was no time to put his seatbelt on before the plane plunged.02 Jun 09:02 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesBig questions for airline bosses at global summit in DubaiMore than 1500 participants to attend annual industry gathering.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandJetstar flight turned back after ‘significant turbulence’It's the second aircraft flown by the carrier to encounter flight troubles this week.02 Jun 04:21 AM
New ZealandHydraulic system failure causes Jetstar plane to swerve off runwayThe Transport Accident Investigation Commission is investigating the incident.31 May 06:20 AM
AirlinesQantas deal with Perth Airport opens up scope for non-stop Auckland flightsThe airline has flown the route before and its return will help push down fares.31 May 01:55 AM
TravelChristchurch runway excursion: What happens when a plane misses the runway?One of New Zealand’s busiest runways was briefly closed this morning.31 May 12:57 AM
AirlinesPilots’ warning to passengers after Jetstar’s Christchurch runway scarePilots group providing support for colleagues involved after plane skidded from runway.31 May 12:48 AM
AirlinesAmazon gets approval to expand drone deliveries in USAmazon pilots get green light to operate drones remotely.30 May 11:05 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Air turbulence one big reason to follow crew members’ instructionsOPINION: Incidences of serious turbulence have spiked recently.30 May 05:00 PM
TravelFive seconds of 'sheer terror': Singapore Airlines report reveals first findingsSingapore ministry revealed g-forces flung unbuckled passengers from seats.30 May 12:49 AM
TravelWorld’s Best Airline 2024: Gulf carrier knocks Air NZ off top spotAir NZ has consolation prizes but failed to make the Top Three podium.29 May 10:31 PM
AirlinesAir NZ's message to dead man: 'We’re sorry your plans have changed'Woman whose father died shocked at time taken to reverse a credit card payment.29 May 05:00 PM