Qantas diverts flight route to avoid Israel amid Iran tensions
The re-route comes amid fears of an imminent Iranian attack on Israel.
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Queenstown Airport latest victim of $3 bag scam
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The legendary fighter jets were Down Under for an international airshow.
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Travellers swapped stories of $12 bananas and $50 glasses of house wine.
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Bill argues Trump is a symbol of 'prosperity and strength'.
Major US airline relaxes pet policy to allow animals back in cabin
American Airlines has rolled over on its strict policy on pets in the cabin
Kazakh travel blogger blocked at NZ border over visit intentions
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Air NZ apologises after plus-sized flier kicked off plane
The woman was told it was unsafe to fly without booking an additional seat.
Sky-high Air New Zealand domestic fares slammed
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Regional routes marginal in some areas says airline boss
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US city reveals a 'do-it-yourself' approach to airport security. Does it work?
Travellers will have "little or no help" from officers.
'Could barely walk': Injured mum forced to choose between wheelchair and baby
For 'safety reasons' she could travel with a wheelchair or her eight-month-old, not both.
Can wearing this colour on a flight get you better treatment?
It is a bold claim. Can wearing a particular shade or colour land you an upgrade?
Delays to two huge Hawke's Bay solar farm projects, but developers say bright future ahead
A solar farm in Central Hawke's Bay and one near Hawke's Bay Airport both face delays.
Ex-Air NZ exec Cam Wallace takes aim at Auckland Airport's development
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Civil Aviation Authority investigating forced landing at Whanganui Airport
'We are working with the operator to determine the cause.'
Auckland Airport travellers face huge delays at the border
Those unlucky to be affected by cancellations faced the processing delays twice.
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