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Air Canada returning with more flights as airline outlook stays strong
Canadian airline outlines plans for next summer, Air NZ yields still high.
'Died a second time': Air France, Airbus cleared over Paris-Rio crash that killed 228
Dismay as firms acquitted of involuntary manslaughter for tragedy on board flight AF47.
Plus-sized traveller's airline petition divides opinion
A plus-sized passenger has split opinion after demanding extra seats for XL travellers.
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After pushing pause the airline has started work on its massive maintenance base.
The Kiwi boss of Air India: Will biggest aircraft order mean direct flights to NZ?
Air India aims at being a global powerhouse – and NZ is on the radar.
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His luggage skills have earned the airport worker over half a million followers.
Virgin extends flight credits for Kiwis - but there’s still a catch
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Do kids make travel '100 times worse'? Passenger's proposal to fix airports
'If this plane doesn’t arrive soon I may jump out the window.'
Air India flight turned back to Delhi over alleged 'hair pulling' incident
The service turned back around for Delhi, after repeated complaints from crew.
Jetstar pilot reveals little-known rule about flying
Most passengers would be surprised to know about this strict industry rule.
Emirates’ new premium economy: What’s on offer for double the price of further back in the plane
Airline spent years observing what rivals were doing - have they got it right?
Air Vanuatu woes: Delay to 737 repairs cancel Auckland flights until after Easter
Delays in getting parts for the grounded 737 have had knock-on effects for travellers.
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Auckland Airport’s busiest Easter travel days revealed
Easter is looking to be as busy as Christmas with 800,000 passengers piling through.
Kiwi artists say Air New Zealand playing less NZ music on planes
NZ Artists' representatives and APRA notice drop in Kiwi music on national carrier.
'Will destroy their tourism': Kiwis stranded after island nation's only 737 fails
This is not the first time that issues with the 737 have grounded the network.
Scottish pop star’s unexpected mid-flight act shocks
Passengers on a flight from London to Los Angeles got quite the surprise.
New aviation law: Hits and misses
Consultation on changes to streamline oversight of aviation mooted a decade ago.
Australia Border Force creates new rules for Air NZ pilots on transtasman flights
Airline working with agency to tackle problem that has caused schedule glitches.
Unruly airline passengers could face flight bans with proposed no-fly list bill
The controversial proposal has previously been struck down.
Air NZ facing 20,000 ‘unacceptable’ outstanding refunds
The airline is facing extended handling delays and 10 times the volume of claims.
Air NZ passenger alleges crew member was caught 'vaping' on plane
'If a member of the public was caught vaping, they’d be met by police'.
Air NZ woos workers with pay raise in bid to fill 400 airport vacancies
The national airline has upped its entry level wage to $30 per hour.
Return of Emirates' South Island A380 draws crowds to Christchurch Airport
The carpark was full with aviation fans awaiting Emirates' double-decker A380.
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The young influencer revealed the handy feature onboard a flight.
Civilian honoured for tackling murderous airline passenger
The former bouncer said he doesn’t consider himself a hero.
Emirates about to touch down in Christchurch with Airbus A380
The return of the double-decker is a vote of confidence in the South Island.
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Major airline reveals how to get a free row on your flight
All you'll need is a hat, a phone and some top-notch acting skills.