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Nerves on edge as stranded flyers prepare to depart Queenstown - again
A duck being sucked into the aircraft is suspected to have caused an engine fire.
Malawi plane wreckage found, all passengers dead
The country's Vice President Saulos Chilima and nine other people died in the crash.
Deadly Singapore Airlines flight passengers offered compensation up to $40,000
The airline will provide a full refund of passenger air fares, regardless of injuries.
'Cynical': Passengers fume at Jetstar's ’low speed‘ claim after tarmac emergency
A counselling service has been set up for passengers on the affected flight.
Laser pointed at police helicopter as Mongrel Mob boss to be interred with his Harley
The culprit was identified and given a formal warning by police.
Hydraulic system failure causes Jetstar plane to swerve off runway
The Transport Accident Investigation Commission is investigating the incident.
Bird strike delays Air New Zealand flight
Passengers had to disembark and the plane was returned to the gate for inspection.
'Swerved wildly': Plane veers off runway at Christchurch Airport
Investigations begin into likely steering issue after landing.
One Kiwi remains in hospital nearly a week after fatal Singapore Airlines flight
Flight SQ321 plunged approximately 1800m after encountering clear air turbulence.
Singapore Airlines turbulence: Two Kiwis remain in Bangkok hospital
MFAT says it is "following up" with the injured.
Letters: Public paying for mental health failures; wake-up call for flyers
OPINION: 'Our safety and peace of mind is compromised.'
Four Kiwis hospitalised in Thailand after fatal Singapore Airlines turbulence
A British man died on the flight. There were 23 Kiwis on board, four were hospitalised.
Fasten your seat belts: What you need to know about turbulence
Experts explain turbulence, its causes, and why it's becoming more frequent and intense.
Kiwi in ICU in Thai hospital after fatal Singapore Airlines turbulence
A British man died on the flight. There were 23 Kiwis onboard, two were hospitalised.
Fatal turbulence: Wife in intensive care told husband is dead
Geoff Kitchen died of a heart attack when the plane hit turbulence.
Mourners begin days of funerals for Iran’s president and others killed in helicopter crash
A heavy security presence has been seen on the streets of Tehran since the crash.
Fatal turbulence: Aviation experts reveal ‘life-or-death’ thing passengers need to do
This overlooked safety feature is a 'matter of life and death', say industry experts.
Focus: Man dies in deadly turbulence
A British man died and several passengers were left injured after a Singapore Airlines flight from London dropped suddenly.
Iran’s president found dead at helicopter crash site in foggy, mountainous region
Drone footage showed a fire in the wilderness that was 'suspected to be the wreckage'.
Iran President Ebrahim Raisi 1960-2024: Hard-line protege of Ayatollah
Raisi is survived by his wife and two daughters.
Investigation into crashed helicopter to begin
Civil Aviation Authority to work with helicopter pilot involved in the Uretiti Beach crash. Video / Charmaine Soljak
Relief as Australian plane makes miraculous landing after landing gear failure
The plane has been depleting fuel as it circles the major airport.
Helicopter crash near Blenheim - police
'The helicopter has ended up on its side... [but] the pilot is okay.'
Transcript between pilots of ill-fated Latam flight and air traffic control released
The plane plunged hundreds of metres, injuring dozens of passengers last month.
One dead, seven missing after two Japanese navy helicopters crash
The two aircraft likely crashed after colliding in the air, says Japan's defence minister.
Pilot faces fine after operating aircraft carelessly in fog
The pilot was also found guilty of refuelling with a passenger still aboard.
Air NZ passenger hospitalised after plane hits turbulence
A passenger on an Air NZ flight NZ65 from Bali to Auckland suffered a severe leg break after taking a tumble during the bumpy flight. Video / Supplied
Drug addict used devastating 2023 storms to loot, wreck new homes
He also endangered an Air NZ flight. 'The potential for catastrophe was high,' judge said.
Nearly one in two Gen Zs have a fear of flying, survey finds
As the fallout mounts over Boeing's recent safety issues, young people are growing afraid.
Authorities examine Latam flight's black box, calls for long-term passenger compensation
The black box is expected to be paramount in showing what happened during the flight.
'Profits over safety': Boeing whistleblower found dead after speaking out
John Barnett voiced his safety concerns before his death.
'Dark places': Plane plunge passengers speak out on flight trauma
Airline has apologised following incident that left some passengers hospitalised.
Latam passengers in midair 'free fall' offered a burger but little support
A 68-year-old was left with broken ribs after the horrifying ordeal.