PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCAA secret recordings: Staff complaints spark internal investigationThe CAA told the Herald the behaviour is being 'taken seriously and addressed'.06 May 02:50 AM
New ZealandCAA secret recordings: Covert recordings rock safety watchdogThe CAA told the Herald the behaviour is being "taken seriously and addressed".Watch06 May 02:44 AM
PremiumAirlinesAirport security, pilot training, AirPods, drones and rockets eyed in rules shake-upAviation industry groups say the Government's plans will remove 'perverse' regulations.28 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandFresh details emerge about fatal Muriwai skydive, cause of death confirmed22 Mar 04:05 PM
AirlinesTauranga Airport: Flights cancelled due to volcanic ash cloud from Whakaari/White Island12 Mar 02:47 AM
Politics'Over my dead body': Ministers grilled on sale of Air NZ amid shaky economic outlook10 Mar 08:25 PM
New ZealandPilot, passenger killed in Paekākāriki Hill helicopter crash were pest control contractors29 Jan 04:39 AM
New ZealandPilot, passenger's bodies recovered from helicopter crash siteWork is continuing to formally identify the dead and to examine the crash scene.28 Jan 08:53 PM
AirlinesBoeing reports 1st annual profit since 2018Boeing boss says company is making progress on its 'turnaround'.27 Jan 08:52 PM
WellingtonMinister orders review after Wellington Airport bomb scare It comes after a worker claimed protocol was ignored when a potential explosive was found.21 Jan 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: 'Practice bomb' alert – Did Wellington Airport gamble with safety?OPINION: This incident now tests more than Wellington Airport's judgment.19 Jan 04:05 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesNew Civil Aviation Authority boss on prosecuting change, building fairer system The former prosecutor takes on one of the biggest jobs in aviation.15 Jan 12:00 AM
Sponsored StoriesLithium batteries and flying: What every traveller needs to know this holiday seasonHow to pack your devices safely and avoid delays during the busy summer rush.15 Dec 07:07 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAircraft near-collision 'too close', investigators call for urgent overhaulA safety authority urges major changes after two planes were put on a collision course.11 Dec 04:00 PM
BusinessNew CAA chief on why he took the top jobThe new Director of Civil Aviation, Kane Patena, on making changes the industry has been clamouring for, and why he took the top job. Video / Cameron PitneyWatch07 Dec 10:09 PM
New Zealand'I'm not going to comment': CAA chief tight-lipped on de Wattignar dealThe former security boss resigned after the police investigation into Jevon McSkimming.04 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAirbus A320 software issue made for a hectic weekend at airportsAirlines have praised customer responses after a 'very rare situation'.30 Nov 11:59 PM
BusinessAirbus A320 software issue: Civil Aviation Authority director on hectic weekendDirector of Civil Aviation and CAA Chief Executive Kane Patena tells us how New Zealand handled the massive A320 software meltdown. Video / Cameron PitneyWatch30 Nov 09:37 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSunair back flying, not happy at being grounded for almost 5 monthsAirline says it was a 'dreadful' experience, but CAA says safety is crucial.28 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandCop turned aviation boss quits following scathing IPCA McSkimming reportThe 135-page report said he failed to act on clear integrity warnings.21 Nov 04:55 AM
New ZealandFloatplane engine fails mid-air, pilot glides to safe landingThree investigations have been opened into what happened on the Rotorua scenic flight.20 Nov 08:51 PM
WellingtonHelicopter crashes near Wellington beach, pilot freed after rescueRescuers were alerted at about 7.50am after a distress signal was triggered. 15 Nov 08:55 PM
New ZealandAviation security boss on leave after damning police conduct reportChris de Wattignar is on leave as the CAA works through employment process.13 Nov 04:08 AM
New ZealandCAA deciding whether to investigate Fiji Airways bird strike emergencyChristchurch Airport recorded 304 bird strikes last year, the most nationwide.11 Oct 12:13 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlines'Watched him fly into a set of power lines': Pilot’s trauma sparks call for changeSteps taken after summit hears from pilot whose friend crashed.10 Oct 02:35 AM
New ZealandFiji Airways jet takes off for Nadi after repairs to bloodied nose from bird strikeThe Boeing 737 circled above Lake Ellesmere for hours to burn fuel after the bird strike.09 Oct 10:13 PM
Travel newsCAA takes on 'watchdog' role for NZ's aviation industryOperators were required to file new drug and alcohol management plans last week. 08 Oct 06:41 AM
AirlinesPermanent Aviation Council members announced: High tech and regional airlines includedGroup will have to address some critical aviation skills shortages, among other tasks.07 Oct 01:05 AM
New Zealand'Pretty unusual': Expert says China has outed itself over spyingAnne-Marie Brady says the Chinese Embassy's statement effectively 'dobbed itself in'.17 Sep 09:23 PM
New ZealandChina warns citizens to 'remain vigilant' as it blasts NZ over treatment of travellerOfficials were accused of engaging in 'harassment and interrogation without cause'. 17 Sep 03:47 AM