TravelThis 5-star airline asked business class travellers if they'd BYO cutleryThe sustainability initiative was a step too far, according to some travellers.22 Apr 12:42 AM
TravelAir NZ reveals shake-up of Aussie, Pacific flightsThe changes will come into play from June 11.21 Apr 10:50 PM
AirlinesAir NZ's big Seats to Suit overhaul: What passengers need to knowThe changes are the biggest since Seats to Suit was introduced in 2010.21 Apr 10:00 PM
WorldOne dead, seven missing after two Japanese navy helicopters crashThe two aircraft likely crashed after colliding in the air, says Japan's defence minister.21 Apr 05:44 AM
New ZealandFog warning: Weather could disrupt flights, worst of rain moves away for North IslandMore than 40 flights were affected by fog in Christchurch yesterday.20 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeather woes: Fog scuppers flights in south, heavy rain and thunderstorms for northFog in Chch that affected or forced cancellation of more than 40 flights has now cleared.20 Apr 01:43 AM
AirlinesAir NZ warns travel agents of increase in domestic faresAirlines are not putting a percentage figure on increases, saying pricing will be dynamic.19 Apr 04:43 AM
AirlinesAir NZ extends pause on Chicago service, confirms return to Hobart and SeoulAirline will wait for delivery of new Dreamliners before resuming flights.18 Apr 09:48 PM
TravelIT issue grounds entire airlineThe FAA issued a rare all-flights ground stop after a software issue on the carrier.18 Apr 08:10 PM
Airlines'Defective airplanes’: Boeing under spotlight in Senate hearingsWhistleblower speaks as 737 Max and Dreamliner aircraft under the microscope.17 Apr 06:29 PM
AirlinesNZAero in multimillion-dollar parts deal for Thai military trainersNZ’s only commercial aircraft maker will provide parts and maintenance.17 Apr 04:30 AM
BusinessKiwi firm does multimillion-dollar deal with Royal Thai Air ForceWaikato firm NZAero will supply parts and maintenance contracts. Video / NZAeroWatch17 Apr 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSichuan Airlines heading back to Auckland Airport as full roster of Chinese carriers restoredThe first market to collapse because of Covid is fully recovered with all airlines back.17 Apr 04:20 AM
AirlinesOn the charge: Air NZ picks airports for battery plane trialBattery powered cargo plane set to fly in 202616 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesWorse than supermarkets: Domestic airfare market ranked least competitive in surveyAirports in a battle with Air NZ say greater oversight of fares is needed.16 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelAirline employee outburst at passenger goes viralViewers were divided over who was in the right.16 Apr 01:30 AM
TravelAirline’s poo-powered plan to make fuel from human wasteBiofuel company says not to 'pooh-pooh' the use of this abundant, low-cost resource.15 Apr 09:30 PM
Travel news‘Oh, hell no’: Travellers shaken by video of plane speeding through the airSome travellers said they would reconsider flying after viewing the footage.15 Apr 12:30 AM
AirlinesTeething trouble at Auckland Airport's $300m transport hub leads to tweaksThere have been complaints about facilities for disabled travellers.15 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Very high energy impact': Student pilot, 23, likely fatigued when he fatally crashed on lakeRam Prakash Srikumar flew hours before he embarked on the fatal night flight.12 Apr 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesDish soap to help build planes? Boeing signs off on supplier’s methodNY Times: Audit found airline using soap and hotel key card in manufacturing process.11 Apr 11:44 PM
Travel newsSchool holiday travel: How to avoid the chaosWill there be travel chaos at airports as the school holidays begin?11 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesBoeing whistleblower claims Dreamliners could break apart mid-flight - Air NZ reactsAir NZ says it has confidence in the planes and its own staff to monitor their assembly.10 Apr 11:38 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: How Bondi Rescue star can help revive NZ tourismOPINION: No time to take our most important tourism market for granted.10 Apr 05:00 PM
AirlinesSchool holiday travel squeeze: Auckland Airport warns of busiest days for flyingTips to travellers wanting a smoother journey through the airport.10 Apr 03:26 AM
Travel newsThe debate is over — this is the best seat to sleep on the planeNext time you book a flight, hone in on this row and seat.09 Apr 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAuckland Airport under fire from small operators for 'grandiose' building plansThe Aviation Industry Association is the latest to take aim at the airport's plans.09 Apr 04:00 AM
TravelCould you pass a pilot test? Airline opens trial to exclusive $148,000/pa careerAmid an ongoing pilot shortage, one airline opened its recruitment drive to the public.09 Apr 02:30 AM
Travel news'In 6 years, every plane will look like this,' says aerospace upstartAre you ready to take flight in this new ‘blended wings’ plane?08 Apr 03:10 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesBig Qantas loyalty scheme shake-up for travellersAir NZ rival's new platform is still being built 'to deliver to members in coming years'.08 Apr 01:58 AM
New ZealandWatch: F-16 US fighter jets leave NZ shores for base in JapanThe legendary fighter jets were Down Under for an international airshow.05 Apr 03:11 AM
AirlinesSoaring prices: Air NZ hits Koru members with 20% increaseAirline says steep price rise to cover increased costs.04 Apr 11:07 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialWhy all the fuss about Air New Zealand’s new food?A new international business class menu but hard-hit domestic travellers left wondering.04 Apr 04:00 PM
TravelThis major airline just asked pilots to go on holiday in May. Here's whyPilots hanging out for a holiday are in luck.02 Apr 07:00 AM