PremiumPremiumBusinessPilots with cancelled or suspended licences will have new appeal rightsIndustry responds to new appeal system.19 Mar 10:48 PM
WorldJury awards $87m to driver burned by Starbucks drinkThe man suffered third-degree burns to his penis, groin and inner thighs in the incident.15 Mar 10:16 PM
New ZealandPlane crash at Tauranga Airport prompts investigationA person trapped in the plane was rescued using special equipment.26 Feb 11:22 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBullying, ‘siege mentality’, staff fears revealed in leaked Government agency reviewCivil Aviation Authority hired a consultant to review culture after Herald investigation.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandCivil Aviation Authority review into workplace culture reveals bullying, leadership issuesThe CAA hired a consultant to review culture after an investigation by the Herald. Video / Cameron Pitney, Ben DickensWatch26 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland Airport delays flights, police notified after reported drone incursionDrone operators need air traffic approval to fly within the control zone.30 Jan 06:45 AM
New ZealandWatch: Drone flies during Auckland’s NYE fireworks display, CAA assessingThe Civil Aviation Authority is assessing the incident.06 Jan 07:01 PM
New ZealandDrone view of Sky Tower NYE fireworksThe Civil Aviation Authority is assessing an incident where a drone was flown in a prohibited area and time on NYE, 2024/25. Video / Brian OuroWatch06 Jan 05:38 PM
New ZealandWatch: Hot air balloon makes rough landing, 10 treated at sceneThe incident happened at about 8.30am. 18 Dec 12:28 AM
New ZealandMan arrested in Ōamaru after high-powered laser pointed at rescue helicopterPolice called it 'incredibly irresponsible and dangerous'.19 Nov 03:54 AM
Travel newsWatch: Air NZ release new safety video featuring Steven and Valerie AdamsThe video, released today, features two famous Kiwi siblings.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand"Cloak of secrecy": Aviation industry group criticises CAA amid agency shake-up.The Herald understands around 85 positions at the air safety and security are set to be disestablished. Video / Mark Mitchell / Ben DickensWatch11 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Cloak of secrecy': Aviation leaders accuse CAA of covert restructureThe Herald understands 85-110 positions at the CAA could be disestablished.11 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Privitisation might not be a dirty word for our airport securityOPINION: Transport Minister asks for options to be explored.19 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Long difficult queues': Govt looking at privatising airport securityThe minister has suggested airports and airlines could manage aviation security14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPlane hits fence, helicopter strikes wires in spate of aviation accidentsThere have been five serious accidents and five incidents over the last 10 weeks.08 Oct 04:04 AM
New ZealandDream trip that ended in tragedy: Coroner's findings into Queenstown skydiving deathThe company defended its safety record, saying it complied with all relevant procedures.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandAgricultural aviators hit out at proposed 'tax on a tax'Commercial agricultural operators could face operations safety levy increase of up to 47%.03 Sep 10:29 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCivil Aviation Authority orders independent review into workplace cultureManagement at the Civil Aviation Authority have ordered an independent review into workplace culture following an investigation by the Herald. Video | Cameron Pitney | Ben DickensWatch03 Sep 05:00 PM
AirlinesGovernment turns up heat on airlines; orders CAA fee-hike reviewAirlines here may have to publish prices, as in some other countries.27 Aug 12:23 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Tone deaf': CAA director's email leaked after toxic workplace culture claimsEmail sent to staff after whistleblower allegations has been leaked to the Herald.23 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFormer CAA worker reveals why he quitThe former employee spoke to Michael Morrah after CAA alleged insiders a “toxic undercurrent” at the agency where staff concerns were downplayed or dismissed. Video | Carson BluckWatch23 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Take these issues seriously': Minister to meet aviation boss over 'toxic' workplace claimsSimeon Brown said the whistleblowers' allegations are concerning.20 Aug 05:17 AM
New ZealandPilots call for ministerial investigation into alleged CAA dysfunctionPilots say claims by whistleblowers at the Civil Aviation Authority about poor culture are “serious” and warrant a ministerial investigation. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPilots say CAA whistleblower allegations are 'serious' and warrant investigationPresident of pilots' association says whistleblower allegations are 'serious'.19 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhistleblowers warn CAA’s new approach could lead to more aviation accidentsCAA whistleblowers have issued a grim warning and say changes to the agency’s investigative approach could mean “more people will die” in aviation accidents.Watch18 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWatch: 'More people will die' - CAA whistleblowers warn of more aviation accidents in NZStaff have also accused senior leaders of bullying and intimidation.18 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNeighbour v real estate boss: did drone photography for ad invade privacy?Case first went to Real Estate Authority, then Real Estate Agents Disciplinary Tribunal.20 Jun 02:57 AM
New ZealandHow an unlatched rear door led to triple-fatal Wānaka chopper crashOne witness saw the helicopter descend nearly vertically with items trailing behind.12 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesWhat’s New Zealand worth? Govt plans include option for $100 levy on touristsCountry out of pocket by $250m to support international visitors.26 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSoaring airfares: Air NZ happy 'to open the books' as political heat growsGovernment not ruling out market study of domestic ticket prices.05 May 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Time to turn the spotlight on to airline behaviourOPINION: Dearth of data on price, performance a challenge for passengers, policy-makers.01 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPilot faces fine after operating aircraft carelessly in fogThe pilot was also found guilty of refuelling with a passenger still aboard.18 Apr 06:12 AM
New ZealandCivil Aviation Authority investigating forced landing at Whanganui Airport'We are working with the operator to determine the cause.'04 Mar 02:01 AM