Travel newsMosako - the sweet Japanese dog cared for by Air NZ crewMichelle Little reflects on what Mosako taught her Kiwi friends as the crew say goodbye.08 Sep 12:04 AM
New Zealand'Mayday': Aviation expert says burst oil seal may have sparked engine fire emergencyIrene King said such faults were not common, because of rigorous maintenance checks.02 Sep 05:36 AM
New ZealandWatch: Engine fire sparks emergency landing, passengers jump from doorsFire and Emergency were advised of the ATR aircraft's engine fire.01 Sep 06:31 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Airline performance spotlight should be just the start for passengersOPINION: Australia has introduced a new passenger rights scheme, NZ continues to lag.29 Aug 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
Entertainment‘Apollo 13 had a near-zero chance of survival – but Mum always thought Dad would make it back’Nasa commander Jim Lovell's kids recall the trauma of his final mission ahead of new film.26 Aug 05:10 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
AirlinesFewer flight delays, cancellations expected from GPS mapping project in spaceThe satellite technology will gather more information from space.28 Jul 05:00 PM
Travel newsEasyJet co-pilot faints on flight from Luton to LisbonThe pilot began 'feeling unwell' during the flight, which was carrying 193 passengers.28 Jul 12:10 AM
OpinionOpinion: The likely cause of CrowdStrike chaos – and how Trump could undermine cyber securityOPINION: The former President undermined a key agency – and could gut it if re-elected.21 Jul 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesChina Airlines, Batik Air's big moves on the Tasman, Cathay Pacific's plan for summerWhere passengers win and lose in a transtasman shakeup.25 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTravel newsAre airliners safe right now? Here’s what the experts sayNew York Times: Several alarming flight incidents have made headlines in recent weeks.19 Jun 08:20 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: David Seymour out of his depth on school lunch debateOPINION: Also in today's letters – rubbish council comms; that NZDF plane versus ferries.19 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPM's plane woes risk denting NZ's international reputation, says law expertChristopher Luxon was forced to use a commercial flight for his official trip.17 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'I could feel the flames' – witnesses describe fire shooting from aircraft after bird strikeThe aircraft has now made an emergency landing at Invercargill Airport.17 Jun 08:57 AM
New Zealand'Blindsided': Kiwi parents may have lost millions after Nasa space camp firm collapseParents were pressured to pay the full amount up front in return for a 5 per cent saving.17 Jun 05:35 AM
Travel news'Get off': Child booted from plane in Colombia for one reasonThe captain ultimately had to move off the runway and return to the airport.16 Jun 03:52 AM
LifestyleAirport security stops Kiwi woman taking her heart on planeJessica Manning was moving to Australia and wanted to take her heart along with her.13 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCapital markets reportPlacing a bet on space industryNZ's space industry will be spotlighted during Christopher Luxon's visit to Japan.12 Jun 04:59 PM
Travel'Incredibly rude': Did this man moving plane seats cross a line?Both of them wanted to move seats, but only one of them was in the wrong.03 Jun 05:08 AM
WorldBoeing’s first astronaut flight called off at the last minute in latest setbackLast-minute computer trouble nixed a launch attempt for Boeing's first astronaut flight.02 Jun 02:25 AM
New ZealandAir NZ flight pulls out of two take offs after potential bird strike, engine issuePassengers were caught off-guard when the pilot braked suddenly while taking off.27 May 07:39 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesWhy consultants for Ali Williams, Anna Mowbray say pair should be allowed home helipadThe couple have been planning to build a helicopter pad on their place since late 2021.25 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Public paying for mental health failures; wake-up call for flyersOPINION: 'Our safety and peace of mind is compromised.'23 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Pretty hellish': Kiwis on first evacuation flight from Noumea describe ‘frightening’ experienceFirst evacuees say they are very grateful to be back in New Zealand.21 May 05:39 PM
New ZealandNZDF flight rescuing 50 stranded Kiwis from New Caledonia lands in AucklandA Hercules plane has brought home the first 50 Kiwis from Noumea tonight.21 May 10:21 AM
Royals'They are royals': US fugitive flies Meghan, Prince Harry around Nigeria for freeThe Sussexes were flown around Nigeria by an airline CEO who is wanted by US authorities.18 May 11:38 PM
RoyalsWilliam's adorable gifts for Kate and kids amid princess’ cancer treatmentPrince of Wales brings home special presents for his family from ceremony.16 May 05:35 AM
New ZealandStunning aurora lights up NZ skiesAn aurora australis danced across Aotearoa’s skies this morning to the delight of photographers nationwide. Video / WISP MediaWatch11 May 12:22 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir New Zealand longhaul fleet faces years of disruptionAirlines around the world faced with delays in repairing planes and getting new ones.05 May 05:00 PM
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 ZealandNew airline to fly from Hamilton AirportSunair is returning to Hamilton Airport with daily flights to Gisborne, Napier, Whangārei.26 Apr 02:00 AM
AirlinesAir NZ blames market conditions for $40m-$50m cut in pre-tax earnings guidanceWorsening market conditions are likely to hit the airline's pre-tax earnings this year.21 Apr 09:47 PM
BusinessKiwi firm does multimillion-dollar deal with Royal Thai Air ForceWaikato firm NZAero will supply parts and maintenance contracts. Video / NZAeroWatch17 Apr 04:30 AM