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Qantas overahauls Frequent Flyer programme
It could be easier for Qantas' 12 million members to use points for flights.

Departing Air NZ chief won't rule out politics
Luxon will step down from day to day leadership of the airline on September 25.

Four suspects charged with murder over shooting down of MH17
Three Russians and one Ukrainian will face trial over the downing of MH17.

Global airline group blasts Airways NZ for 21% fee hike
Airlines say the New Zealand approach is much different to that in Australia.

Air NZ plane pulls out of landing as another aircraft on runway
Airways says the go-around was standard procedure and aircraft were not at risk.

Pilots frustrated at Govt stance on high powered lasers
A members bill to toughen penalties for reckless laser use is not getting Govt support.

Air NZ beaten by Fiji Airways to top 'Aviation Oscars'
Like a velvet runway, the red carpet was rolled for the 2019 Skytrax Awards.

Qantas puts Dreamliners on summer transtasman route
The airline will use the service as a way of promoting its plane in the NZ market.

Kevin Page: No frills flight with unexpected baggage
Fitting in a trip to see Big Mama becomes a tight squeeze for Kevin Page.

What new Qantas flights to Chicago mean for Kiwis
Qantas will fly in to the Windy City - a destination that has been a winner for Air NZ.

Dreamliner alert: Air NZ checking planes for fire-fighting fault
US authority warns that problem could lead to uncontrollable engine fire and wing failure.

Qantas takes a leap flying Brisbane to Chicago direct
Qantas reveals direct flights from Brisbane to two new US cities.

Mid-air collisions: What's being done to avoid them
Technology was developed over decades to protect airliners from hitting each other.

Sneak peek of brand new First Class experience
Not every passenger can have a window view, but this may be the next-best thing.

Passenger 'bombarded' by a stranger on her flight
She was on a domestic flight on Friday morning when the disturbing ordeal began.

Passengers exposed to measles on two Jetstar flights
A passenger with measles travelled on Jetstar flights while infectious on June 6 and 8.

Horror stories from commercial airline pilots
Flight attendants have some horror stories from the air, but not like the pilots do.

Ticketless travel and face scanners are here
Washington Post: All this convenience costs is your face. . .

Woman sues airline for incident that 'ended her marriage'
Since the incident she claims her friendships have suffered and her marriage has ended.

Hunter travelling to NZ claims he was singled out by 'vegan' Jetstar worker
A hunter travelling to NZ claims he was harassed by a "vegan" worker over his hunting bow.

Air NZ spells out what sort of tattoos won't fly
Lawyer warns the airline could face more flak even after changing visible ink policy

This v-shaped plane is a victory for aerospace design
This unconventional plane of the future represents no small victory over carbon emissions.

Disturbing secrets of flight attendants
"I heard a few people gasp and everyone in the last eight rows was tuned in to the drama."

Vapes on a plane: Passenger banned for life
A passenger has been banned for life for vaping on a plane.

Panic as woman opens plane's emergency exit
Flight delayed seven hours because of the incident.

Air NZ confirms U-turn on visible staff tattoos
Air NZ says it has listened to staff and customers and is reversing policy