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Even seasoned travellers are saying this easy mistake isn't common knowledge.
Gisborne flights disrupted by volcanic ash from Whakaari/White Island
Six flights between Auckland and Gisborne were cancelled on Tuesday.
Funkytown: Airline employee spreads joy with 5am dance moves
'He needs to be CEO of vibes,' one comment read.
Passengers do the darndest things - like making a mid-flight loaf of bread
'That’s an airplane - not a bakery,' one comment read.
Plane etiquette debate: Who gets to claim the spare seat on a flight?
Review: Turbulence and a rude passenger are the lowlights of an otherwise great flight.
Crying toddler locked in plane toilet by two strangers
Woman defends her actions saying she was trying to help passengers.
Markets with Madison: Air New Zealand
The airline’s annual net profit fell 65%. The CEO Greg Foran explains how the economy and engine issues are impacting its earnings. Video / Alyse Wright
All the headwinds impacting Air New Zealand’s profitability
What Greg Foran thinks of the economy, inflation and engine issues.
Editorial: Airline performance spotlight should be just the start for passengers
OPINION: Australia has introduced a new passenger rights scheme, NZ continues to lag.
Will airports implement a two-limit drink policy to curb unruly behaviour?
Ryanair's CEO blames alcohol for increased in-flight chaos.
Australian scientist claims to have solved the decade-long Flight MH370 mystery
Was the plane deliberately flown into a remote underwater terrain?
Government turns up heat on airlines; orders CAA fee-hike review
Airlines here may have to publish prices, as in some other countries.
Flight attendant reveals the type of passenger no one likes
They give you content that no one asked for. They're also the passenger no one asked for.
Air fare warning: Squeeze on transtasman competition bad news for Kiwis
Codeshare means capacity on Tasman will remain limited.
Air New Zealand’s profit is picked to plunge – here's why
The airline has faced mounting financial pressure and the outlook is gloomy.
'Everyone was screaming’: Plane plunges 200m and injures two
'We thought we were going to die,' said one passenger.
Together again: Air NZ-Virgin Australia deal approved
Airlines have Qantas as a common rival and say 'romance is back' after an earlier bust-up.
Flights resume after volcanic cloud billows from Whakaari/White Island
A column of ash has grown considerably in the air above Whakaari.
Passenger opens emergency exit on plane
A passenger allegedly opened the emergency exit and went down the emergency slide.
Auckland Airport underlying profit up 87% as recovery continues
The company is facing slower-than-expected passenger growth.
Boeing grounds 777-9 test planes in latest setback
The plane maker discovered a problem with a structural component within the engine.
Jetstar faces same class action as Qantas over Covid flights
Law firm says Jetstar did not refund money to customers despite legal obligation.
Summer flying: Which airlines are coming and going at Auckland Airport
The key group of holidaymakers identified for airlines as cost-of-living crunch hits.
Queenstown Airport pays record dividend as earnings edge up
Transtasman flights boost for southern tourist hotspot.
Qantas in trial to make flying to Australia easier
Australia adopts digital arrival cards, following New Zealand's lead.
‘All you can fly’ subscription sells out in Europe. Will NZ airlines offer the same?
Could flight subscriptions be on the cards for Kiwis?
Brawling passenger slaps steward, gets banned from airline
First he slapped the steward. Then a passenger punched him in the face.
Woman begs for help during 'horrid' flight: What would you do?
'I am ready to go full tilt Karen,' the traveller said after describing the situation.
Whistleblowers warn CAA’s new approach could lead to more aviation accidents
CAA whistleblowers have issued a grim warning and say changes to the agency’s investigative approach could mean “more people will die” in aviation accidents.
A man followed a family onto the wrong flight.
An intruder followed the family through a US airport and onto their flight.
Alarm bells ringing: Backlash grows against Govt fees hitting tourism sector
'All we’re shifting is the cost from the taxpayer to the visitor' - Tourism Minister.
Qantas doubles down on Auckland-New York route as New Zealand push deepens
Australian airline will have double the frequency of Air NZ on flagship route.