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Fire trucks are en route to the airport.
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Why 16 hours inside an airport terminal was a joy not a bore.
Bags not: Luggage scam using Auckland Airport offers 1000 unclaimed bags for $3
Scam page keeps surfacing after airport company reported it to Meta.
Facial recognition is capturing people on their travels. But not everyone is smiling.
You can already play - and pay - by face. But at what cost?
Delta was going to change its loyalty programme - then travellers revolted
Travellers didn't like Delta's recent announcement - here's how they responded.
Hawaiian Airlines cuts NZ route during winter
The seasonal departure's a blow for travellers as the airline helped drive prices down.
Auckland Airport chief on her former boss - incoming PM Christopher Luxon
"I know Christopher, he is very action-oriented," says Carrie Hurihanganui.
Resurfacing of Whanganui Airport runway to begin next week
Each night, up to 50 trucks will transport approximately 600 tonnes of asphalt.
'Absolute zoo': Auckland Airport chairman responds to shareholder criticism
The company says improvements over the last month should help during summer.
Rain, hail and thunder all forecast for Wellington
Temperature drops rapidly as the morning's wild winds start to ease.
Bizarre plane illusion stumps travellers on social media
Science, magic, or a 'glitch in the maxtrix'? Travellers debate cause of optical illusion.
What a global airport boss thought of his connection through Auckland
The industry leader says investment is needed to bring airports up to scratch.
Defence Force: Firefighter shortage cuts Ōhakea option for diverted airliners
There's a national shortage of qualified personnel and very limited training options.
Cause of London airport blaze that destroyed 1500 cars revealed
Up to 50,000 passengers were affected by the 18-hour flight suspension.
Is Business Class worth it? 17-hour flight in economy and business compared
Business Class is triple the cost but is it triple the quality?
Airlines avoid Israel airspace as conflict causes flights to nowhere, travel chaos
Travel is limited, with many airlines pausing operations after conflict broke out.
Happy landings: What airlines and airports want from the next government
New Zealand's reputation with international airlines is at risk, says action report.
Otter know better: Menagerie of smuggled animals break loose on Taipei plane
Passengers were alarmed to spot a menagerie of exotic animals crawling around the cabin.
Bomb threat at Queenstown Airport resolved, flights resume
Passengers and staff were ordered to the carpark after a suspected bomb threat.
Focus: Queenstown airport in lockdown after bomb threat
Hundreds of passengers have been stranded outside Queenstown Airport after an emergency security protocol was activated this morning at approximately 08.40am in response to a potential bomb alert. Video / James Allan
Airport shuts down after finding what looked like a bomb in a human skull
Explosives specialists were immediately called to the airport to assess the object.
'Give overweight travellers extra plane seats': Plus-size travel influencer asks for change
'We’re not asking for luxury: we’re asking for basic dignity.'
Auckland Airport trials express lane to cut unacceptable wait times
Express lanes aim to ease congestion at Auckland's many layers of border screening.
Jetstar admits 'mistake' when refusing young family $1560 refund
The Aucklander knew his rights but the Jetstar employee didn't appear to.
'Why was I singled out?' Woman left distressed after pat-down search by airport staff
False alerts by airport body scanners can lead to embarrassing pat-down searches.
Air NZ's luggage tracker vs Apple Airtag: Which should you use?
The national carrier rolled out its new luggage tracking service. But is it any good?
'Film me!' Viral midair meltdowns only add to plane drama, says civil aviation rep
'Film me - I'm Instagram famous!'
Invasive gynaecological passenger examinations won’t be repeated, Qatar Airways exec says
Five women say they were taken off a flight at gunpoint and searched.
TSA agents accused of stealing at Miami Airport security screening
The agents appeared to have a slick operation but forgot about CCTV.
Air NZ app will now tell you exactly where your luggage is - good news or not
You'll know be able to see where checked luggage is across the network.
‘Sick’: Passenger says son's nut allergy led to family being kicked off flight
Travellers were asked not bring nuts onto the plane, but a nasty surprise was on the menu.
Focus: What is causing the chaos at the Auckland Airport?
NZ Herald Focus got a behind the scenes look at Auckland International Airport after a series of lengthy delays and biosecurity processing wait times. Staff tell us what they’re doing now to prepare for the school holiday rush. Video / NZ Herald