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Air NZ CEO: Up to 5000 seats out of action every day due to engine problems
Foran says up to 11 planes could be grounded in the second half of its financial year.

Revealed: Airline introduces world-class menu from top Kiwi chef
Well-known local ingredients are showcased in the menu.

Air NZ profit down, $100m share buy-back announced
Engine issues impact airline as domestic demand slumps too.

‘Nothing is going to move’: IT glitch in Air NZ regional planes temporarily grounds fleet
Passengers face delays as Air NZ works to fix software issues.

'Strategic move': Tourism town's bid to attract more Chinese tourists
Tourism agency inks partnership with Air China to 'strengthen ties'.

Passenger jet ‘nearly ran out of fuel’ during storm over UK
Despite no injuries to passengers or crew, regulators warned of a 'serious incident'.

Mid-air drama: ‘Disruptive passenger’ gets flight diverted; met by police on tarmac
A passenger on board said a woman had to be restrained.

'Cheaper than roses': Jetstar launches Valentine's Day sale
The sale will last for just eight hours.

Easing ear pain during flights may take more than paper cups and towels
Travellers swear by an old wives’ tale – but doctors are sceptical.

‘Get us out of here’: United Airlines jet catches fire on runway
An engine issue resulted in the plane's wing catching fire.

Singapore Airlines boss says F1 could help turbocharge NZ operations
Airline at record capacity in NZ in strong recovery from pandemic five years ago.

‘Wasn’t that difficult’: Man attempts world record at Auckland Airport
'It was just a bit of a laugh over a long weekend,' Robinson said.

Australian man attempts world record at Auckland Airport
Mike Robinson at Auckland Airport just before embarking on an around-the-world trip attempting a new record. Video / Mike Robinson

‘Terrifying’: Aircraft bursts into flames, 7 injured
The cause of the fire is under investigation.

'Spoiled brat': Woman filmed refusing to swap seats with crying toddler
The video went viral and public opinion took a surprising turn.

Six seriously injured after technical issue on United Airlines flight
The plane experienced an 'unexpected aircraft movement'.

Bird feathers and bloodstains found in Jeju jet engines
The crash killed 179 of the 181 passengers and crew in South Korea on December 29.

Airline’s new dress code bans ‘obscene’ clothing and tattoos
Passengers could be stopped from flying for 'inappropriate' fashion or body art.

Turkish Airlines' NZ flights: The airport that would roll out the welcome rug
The airline and Auckland Airport are coy on details.

‘Laptop purchase’: Why some travellers refuse to buy flights on a phone
Booking flights on your phone? A millennial would never.

‘Triggered’: Pakistan International Airlines says sorry over Paris ad
The ad received significant backlash online.