PremiumPremiumAirlinesFlight cancellations down at Asia-Pacific airlines; Iata says more travellers want to use smartphones and biometricsAsia-Pacific flyers want faster, seamless journeys, but some are wary of new technology.13 Nov 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTravel numbers inching up to pre-Covid levels, Aussie visitors drive increaseTotal border crossings are at 99% of pre-Covid. More summer airline capacity is expected.13 Nov 01:21 AM
AirlinesKiwi firm signs new deals to boost access to airport loungesAuckland-based LoungePair says it wants to get more flyers access to lounges.12 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandQantas sale offers fares from NZ to Australia as low as $219Business class as low as $559, sale covers Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide.11 Nov 11:09 PM
AirlinesThousands of US flights cancelled as Trump threatens air traffic controllersMore than 7,000 flights were delayed as controllers worked without pay.11 Nov 12:24 AM
BusinessAir NZ electric plane pilot teacher in townEnergy costs for a Wellington to Blenheim flight are about $20.07 Nov 12:08 AM
AirlinesQantas releases first images of ultra long-haul plane that will fly Australia to LondonThe airline is a step closer to launching the world’s longest flights.06 Nov 10:09 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAir NZ electric aircraft starts intensive trial runs todayPilots and tech experts will test the new-age Alia CX3 aircraft in a range of conditions.06 Nov 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ and battle of the beers highlights Australia's benefits for brewersDebate fizzes around patriotic beers and Aussie rebates Kiwis don't get.05 Nov 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelFlight check: Qantas from Adelaide to AucklandReview: Qantas flies Auckland to Adelaide and back again for the first time in 18 years.05 Nov 03:24 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
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
RetailVictoria’s Secret to open first full store at Auckland AirportThe airport revamp with Lagardere will begin in stages from January 2026.30 Oct 06:00 PM
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
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
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAir New Zealand boss Nikhil Ravishankar on Rebuild Challenges & ResilienceAir New Zealand CEO Nikhil Ravishankar, talks to John Weekes on migration, rebuild challenges & Resilience. Video \ Jason DordayWatch29 Oct 03:30 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
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
AirlinesWhakatāne Mayor backs Air NZ's call for state subsidies on regional flightsThe head of Air NZ supports short-term help from the Govt in times of economic weakness.24 Oct 01:56 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
WorldWhite House warns of chaos at US airports as shutdown drags onMore than 60,000 airport staff are working unpaid as delays worsen.24 Oct 12:13 AM
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
BusinessAirlines say food waste excessive, want to cut plastic use; Air NZ gets new ratingOutmoded rules are holding airlines back as passengers rightly demand change, Iata says.21 Oct 05:31 AM
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
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
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
AirlinesElectric aircraft takes offThe ALIA CX300 is the first electric aircraft to carry the Air New Zealand name. Video / Air New ZealandWatch17 Oct 12:31 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
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAirports group says NZ had world’s highest domestic airfare increase since 2019Airline leader says comparisons with other countries are dubious.15 Oct 09:54 PM
BusinessAir New Zealand and Air Chathams team upA one-stop shop is opening for some flyers wanting to get around regional New Zealand.14 Oct 06:12 AM
AirlinesAir New Zealand and Air Chathams team upAir New Zealand and Air Chathams team up with new interlining deal to offer single ticketing service. Video / Annaleise ShortlandWatch14 Oct 05:55 AM