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How Air NZ plans to compete with rival Qantas on New York route

But an analyst says higher fuel costs and competition will weigh on new route.

Grounding of half of Jetstar's 787s blamed on 'bad luck'

The carrier blamed the aircraft shortage on a collection of "unfortunate events".

Disrupted flight? This new rule could hold airlines to higher standards

The bill is quietly heading for its second reading but means big things for travellers.

'No more weekend shopping in Melbourne': Climate change expert

Pre-pandemic flying patterns expected back within two years, fueling emissions fears.

Airport crew entertain trapped passengers with lightsaber battle

The duo used their glowing marshalling wands to act out an elaborate battle.

Why this country had a 270 per cent jump in airline service complaints

The number one complaint will be no surprise to anyone who has travelled recently.

Friends fly for free: Major changes underway for Air NZ Airpoints members

New perks could be coming according to a survey sent to a select group of members.

Analysts' forecasts: When will Air NZ return to profitability?

Travel demand is surging but the bottom line is still uncertain.

Two pilots fall asleep mid-flight while plane soars past destination airport

The napping crew was eventually woken by the sound of emergency sirens.

Should the All Blacks wear black? And the other no-brainer for Air NZ's Greg Foran

'You better play this forward and start to do what's right for our children' Greg Foran.

Mid-air horror: Panic on Air NZ flight from LA as masks drop, emergency declared

'This is an emergency. This is an emergency. Put on your mask,' passengers were told.

'See you in heaven': Family's terror as man tries to open door mid-flight

The disruptive traveller began asking for passengers to join him in prayer.

Pratt & Whitney: Why the flight to sustainability is a long one

We're flying people at tens of thousands of feet and everyone expects to get there.

Stress on the flight deck: The pilots who suffered most during pandemic

The findings should be a wakeup call for the industry, say researchers.

Turbulence ahead: Auckland Airport cites 'year of two halves', trims loss

Rebuild strong but there's been pain in the meantime for the airport and travellers.

International travel rebound: Auckland Airport trims losses

Signs of recovery is reflected in Auckland Airport's full-year result but outlook cloudy.