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Air New Zealand jobs on the line in cost-cutting drive
Airline says none of the jobs going are on the frontline.
Plane makes emergency landing after passengers served spoiled food
Passengers on board the Delta Airlines flight were served "spoiled" food.
Pop star claims she wasn't allowed to board plane. Airline says otherwise
Sharon Corr claims Ryanair refused to let her board because she had her violin.
Travelling through US airports now easier for some Air NZ passengers
Travelling through US Airports is going to be a breeze for these eligible passengers.
'Hooked to the roof': Severe turbulence injures up to 30 passengers
Up to 30 people have been injured following severe turbulence.
Passengers on 11-hour flight from London shocked where they ended up
They weren't even on the right continent.
US to criminally charge Boeing, seek guilty plea, sources say
The aircraft manufacturer faces three years of probation and independent safety audits.
Qantas flight forced to return to Auckland Airport in 3-hour round trip
The aircraft made three large circles before landing back where it departed from.
Direct flights to India: What it will take to get them off the ground?
Air New Zealand alliance partner keen on flights too - when the time is right.
‘I can’t fly without this’: Cabin crew reveal how to stay flawless even after a long-haul flight
The face of their airlines, how do flight attendants look presentable after a long flight?
'I was in tears': Passenger with rare disorder 'humiliated' by airline, forced to cancel flight
"They picked the one passenger who couldn’t be downgraded [from business class]".
‘Heartless’: Airline tells NZ parents to rebook Europe flights after shock pregnancy
Couple counting the cost after Qatar Airways refuses to add infant to existing booking.
Korean Air flight drops 8000m in 15 minutes
One passenger was afraid the plane was going to hit the ground.
Qantas loyalty scheme revamp for a million Kiwi members
The Australian airline is making a renewed push into the NZ market.
Chinese takeaway: Recycled cooking oil from EcoCeres in China to power Air NZ flights
Airline says it risks falling behind targets for sustainable aviation fuel.
China Airlines, Batik Air's big moves on the Tasman, Cathay Pacific's plan for summer
Where passengers win and lose in a transtasman shakeup.
Best airline in Oceania revealed
It's one of the most popular airlines for Kiwis. Now it's been crowned as the best.
Travel woes at Auckland Airport continue due to car fire, heavy fog
It's the second day in a row flights have been disrupted by fog in the city.
Jetstar boss: More NZ flights in the pipeline as demand holds up in low-cost market
Qantas subsidiary says it will do even more flying to meet strong 'price sensitive' demand
SH1 lanes reopen after rush-hour disruption; 89 flights delayed, cancelled in Auckland due to fog
Flight restrictions were lifted at lunchtime.
'Heads should roll': Travellers furious at UK airport after power outage
About 90,000 travellers were affected by the outage on Sunday.
New routes, cheaper fares: Jetstar makes major transtasman move
Jetstar launches two new transtasman routes, increasing NZ flights.
Air NZ sales boss on setting fares and the best time to get a bargain
Airline sales boss says customers are feeling the economic pressure.
‘Rude’ influencer slammed for hogging plane toilet for 15 minute skincare routine
Viewers quickly turned on the young influencer.
Are airliners safe right now? Here’s what the experts say
New York Times: Several alarming flight incidents have made headlines in recent weeks.
Letters: David Seymour out of his depth on school lunch debate
OPINION: Also in today's letters – rubbish council comms; that NZDF plane versus ferries.
Bird strike: What happens when a plane collides with a bird?
Defending planes against running into birds is vitally important.
Nerves on edge as stranded flyers prepare to depart Queenstown - again
A duck being sucked into the aircraft is suspected to have caused an engine fire.
What happens to your body when you fly, and what should you do?
Air travel can have unusual effects on our bodies — here's how to stay healthy.
Air NZ adds more seats to Japan amid Asia push
As part of tourism drive, airline boosts capacity and gives Kiwis more holiday options.
Bird strikes explained: How common are they in New Zealand?
When aircraft are most likely to hit birds — and what happens when they do.
Air NZ boss serves drinks on flight to Japan after PM's plane breaks down
Greg Foran apologised to passengers for diverting the flight to Brisbane.
'Get off': Child booted from plane in Colombia for one reason
The captain ultimately had to move off the runway and return to the airport.