Air NZ boss Rob Fyfe has accused police of intentionally trying to undermine confidence in the airline - a claim the police minister rejects.

A row has broken out between Air NZ and the police after claims of drink-driving staff and a drinking culture.

Air New Zealand engineering subsidiary Safe Air in Blenheim is planning to cut 100 jobs from its workforce.

It's not only Air New Zealand's "cuddle class" passengers who will be getting closer to their travelling companions.

Victoria Bartle rounds up some of the best travel deals going.

Jim Eagles checks out some innovations designed to make flying more comfortable.

Passengers on a flight from Sydney to Auckland faced anxious moments as the pilot warned them to be prepared for an emergency landing.

The Commerce Commission is seeking clarification of its powers after a judge ruled it had abused gagging orders while investigating alleged collusion between Air New Zealand and other airlines.

An Air NZ flight from Tokyo with 296 passengers on board had to make an emergency stop on the runway after pilots noticed a warning light.

Air New Zealand crew are concerned about having to keep a "closer eye" on frisky passengers who might feel the urge to take advantage of the new Skycouch seats.

Air New Zealand's new 'cuddle class' seats have earned positive feedback in some tourist markets.

Air New Zealand's latest cabin redesign looks set to transform the claustrophobic economy cabin from cattle class to cuddle class.

If Air NZ's new lie-flat economy seats and upgraded premium economy class prove popular it may provide an opportunity to increase prices.

Air New Zealand has this morning unveiled a new seat design for its long-haul economy passengers - called the "Skycouch".

Air New Zealand will this week unveil one of its most significant aircraft interior upgrades in years.

Air New Zealand passengers will be laid low by new seats that allow them to lie back, stretch out and sleep - a world first for economy-class.