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Merger generates giant air network
United Continental's airline network map looks like an atlas attacked by a crayon-wielding 2-year-old.
Buyer fails to meet Skyhawks deadline
The air force's 17 mothballed Skyhawk jet fighters look likely to end up as museum pieces or spare parts after a Christmas deadline passed with no sign of any money from the American buyer.
Flights recapture early aviation era
A passionate group of aviation enthusiasts are keeping a classic airplane in the air.
Airport reports more passengers
Auckland Airport handled 3.8 per cent more passengers in November than a year ago, and airports it has invested in experienced even stronger growth.
Air NZ welcoming new 777 to Auckland
The first of Air New Zealand's new fleet of 777-300ER aircraft took off from Boeing's Seattle headquarters yesterday, and began what the airline is calling an economy-class revolution.
Collision on runway narrowly missed
When an aviation security officer drove a vehicle on to the active runway at Dunedin International Airport at night in heavy rain ahead of a landing aircraft, the consequences could have been disastrous.
New 'cuddle class' fleet marks dramatic changes
The handover of Air NZ's first 777-300 aircraft is the biggest development in commercial air travel in 30 years, the airline says.
Govt approves Air NZ - Virgin Blue alliance
Air NZ and Virgin Blue have won approval from Transport Minister Steven Joyce to cooperate on routes across the Tasman.
Air NZ flights take off for NZ from Heathrow
Two Air New Zealand flights have taken off from London's Heathrow Airport this morning.
Whistleblower Jetstar pilot gets job back
Australian airline Jetstar has agreed to reinstate whistleblower pilot Joe Eakins.
Hope for Kiwis trapped in London
Hundreds of stranded New Zealanders might be able to make it home for the holidays after all with the news that London's Heathrow Airport is due to reopen on a limited basis this evening, New Zealand time.
Cabin crew reveal how they deal with unruly and disruptive passengers
Cabin crew reveal how they deal with unruly and disruptive passengers. Video / IATA
Air NZ, Virgin Blue alliance approved
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has given approval for the proposed trans-Tasman alliance between Air New Zealand and Virgin Blue.
World airlines queue up for Air NZ 'cuddle class' seats
Air New Zealand is in talks with other airlines wanting to use its new "cuddle class" economy seats.
Air NZ told to reinstate attendant
Air NZ has been ordered for a second time to reinstate a flight attendant sacked for sitting down during turbulence. The Employment Court ruled Randall Wulff's firing was unfair and "unjustifiable".
Business class clamber to get to toilet
An Air NZ passenger had to climb over seats to use the toilet after being told the passenger blocking her way could not be woken.
Concorde verdict 'absurd': Continental
Continental Airlines says it's a farce that a French court has put the blame on them for the 2000 Concorde crash.