New ZealandAsh emitted in 'weak eruptions' on Whakaari/White IslandThe ashfall is unlikely to reach the mainland, scientists say. 04 Nov 04:27 AM
New ZealandInside the Qantas flight 141 mayday call that led to Auckland emergency landingThe pilot’s mayday call came after a fire alert lit up mid-flight.04 Nov 03:00 AM
AirlinesBoeing MAX crash trial opens in first US civil caseThe case focuses on damages owed to families of the 2019 crash in Ethiopia.04 Nov 12:07 AM
WorldSurvivor of Air India crash says he’s still ‘broken’ four months onVishwash Kumar Ramesh's brother was among 260 killed in the June 12 crash.03 Nov 07:42 PM
WorldFlight delays, airport disruption fears grow as US Government shutdown drags onOn Friday there was an uptick in cancellations at the New York-area airports and Boston.01 Nov 08:30 PM
New ZealandThe student pilot drawing creative art in the Auckland night skyThe young pilot's airborne artwork has caught the attention of avid flight watchers.01 Nov 08:04 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesFirst Qantas flight from Adelaide in nearly 20 years lands in AucklandThe airline says Kiwi demand for Adelaide flights is surging.31 Oct 02:34 AM
New ZealandNelson airline brings back Napier connection, for one weekend onlyHawke's Bay Airport hopes it'll be the first of many charter flights based around events.31 Oct 12:04 AM
AirlinesBoeing and Airbus profits up in third-quarter surge; Global air cargo up 2.9%Boeing cites Australia stealth progress, Iata says cargo adapting to volatile situation.30 Oct 02:00 AM
WorldPassenger’s lost laptop forces United flight to turn aroundThe laptop fell into the cargo hold and its battery wasn’t near a fire suppression system.29 Oct 08:52 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ's new CEO Nikhil Ravishankar on 'existential threat' to airline, bouncing back from crisisAir NZ's new boss on 'wicked' problems he's confronting, and how to never waste a crisis.29 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesWestern Sydney Airport a lesson for NZ in how to invest, airline group saysFirst jet lands at new airport, and New Zealand flights expected in future.29 Oct 12:35 AM
WorldMan accused of stabbing two teens with metal fork during flightThe Lufthansa flight from Chicago to Frankfurt was diverted to Boston.28 Oct 08:02 PM
World11 dead after tourist plane crash in KenyaThe plane was flying from Diani Beach to the Maasai Mara’s Kichwa Tembo airstrip.28 Oct 06:27 PM
New ZealandDone deal: Ōamaru-based flight school setting up Whanganui base'We are in this for the long haul.'28 Oct 05:00 PM
AirlinesAir NZ starts Christchurch–Adelaide service as transtasman competition heats upThe new flights follow a surge in spending from Kiwis visiting South Australia.28 Oct 04:02 AM
WorldUS Navy helicopter, jet crash into South China SeaAll crew on board were rescued safely, the US Navy said.27 Oct 01:22 AM
BusinessAir New Zealand: Forsyth Barr downgrades airline but picks improvement in new yearThe domestic economy should finally start waking up in 2026, investment firm says.24 Oct 01:50 AM
WorldNato jets scrambled after Russian warplanes violate Lithuanian airspaceThe Russian jets crossed about half a mile into Lithuanian airspace.23 Oct 09:44 PM
New ZealandAuckland family stranded after weather cancels Queenstown flight homeThe group have borrowed money for accommodation after being left with no way home.23 Oct 05:00 AM
WorldShutdown reaches new milestone as US political deadlock deepensMore than 1.4 million federal workers are unpaid as the shutdown drags on.22 Oct 08:39 PM
AirlinesAirways NZ chair retires as replacements named after turbulent few monthsNew chair says Airways aims to understand and adapt to 'diverse needs' of airspace users.22 Oct 02:26 AM
AirlinesAir New Zealand forecasts $30m-$55m first half loss Lower revenue and grounded planes continue to plague the airline.21 Oct 08:16 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAirbus and Cathay Pacific sign $122m sustainable aviation fuel deal; Aramco suggests low carbon alternativeBankers complained about and oil company weighs in as demand for travel surges.21 Oct 04:52 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAviation bosses warn progress on clean fuel is far too slowA challenging but exciting energy revolution is starting, an airline group leader says.21 Oct 03:46 AM
World‘Not certified for use’: Investigators fault Lisbon funicular operatorThe cable used on the Gloria line was never certified for public transport.21 Oct 12:57 AM
WorldChinese fighter jet threatens Australian warplaneCanberra has lodged a protest with Beijing through diplomatic channels.20 Oct 09:19 PM
WorldMid-air emergency as fire erupts in plane’s overhead cabinThe fire erupted 20 minutes into the flight, sending smoke through the cabin.20 Oct 08:58 PM
WorldTwo killed as cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway into seaThe cargo jet had arrived from the United Arab Emirates before dawn.20 Oct 02:21 AM
WorldHomeland Security splashes $348m on private jetsNew contract for two jets far exceeds the $87m the Coast Guard had requested for one.19 Oct 09:14 PM
New ZealandFire alarm forces evacuation of Auckland Airport terminalMP among those sent outside after a fire alarm went off. 17 Oct 11:04 PM
AirlinesAir NZ’s first electric aircraft takes off from Tauranga ahead of inter-island summer tripsNew battery-powered aircraft has a range of nearly 400km.17 Oct 03:54 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSingapore Airlines about to ramp up Auckland servicesMore flights are imminent before the giant double-decker Airbus jet's arrival in January.16 Oct 11:14 PM
AirlinesAirline boss warns prolonged US shutdown threatens economyTSA and air traffic staff are still working without pay as talks stall.16 Oct 08:41 PM