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Air NZ bunk beds: What travellers need to know
The Skynest sleeping pods are set to take off as soon as September 2024.
Airfare war: Jetstar launches cut-price domestic flights
The low-cost carrier made the announcement after Air NZ was accused of price gouging.
Jetstar leaves 50 Rarotonga passengers' luggage behind
Passengers said it was 'hugely frustrating' to be left without checked bags.
'I'm making a point': Plane passengers hold vote to eject unruly traveller in bizarre scene
'She needs to get off this plane, if it’s anyone!'
Dirty aviation fuel: Oil companies must clean up their act
Opinion: Our editorial on the latest imported fuel problem hitting airlines.
The Plane Cabin of the future: Economy bunk beds and passenger privacy masks
Passengers have been given a glimpse of the air cabins of the future at design awards.
Hawke’s Bay Airport plans to build a second road entrance off SH2
It would improve access and make the airport more resilient to natural disasters.
Traveller’s 'unethical' AC trick to stop reclining passengers sees intense blowback
The so-called "unethical life hack" continues the online debate over aircraft etiquette.
'Unacceptable': Wheelchair user left to 'crawl' off Ryanair plane
The traveller was told his wheelchair assistance was late.
What can Kiwi passengers expect from Qantas' new CEO?
The new CEO has spent time in New Zealand and the US, places key to the airline's future.
King snubs London airport's offer to rename in his honour
Palace sources said that the offer was declined on the King's behalf.
Air NZ's new uniform: Gender neutral, informal or high fashion?
Air New Zealand staff will soon be arriving on the runway in new-look uniforms.
Two cancellations in 48hrs: Passenger seeks damages for ‘emotional distress’
She feels she is owed emotional damages for the ordeal.
'No nappies in seats!' Travel influencer ignites plane etiquette debate
This influencer has strong opinions – and not everybody agrees.
Inside Auckland Airport’s $3.9b terminal build
Preliminary work with eye-watering costs are contributing to a soaring bill.
'Apple juice' cause of Woman's air rage incident that injured three
A dispute over apple juice ended in injury for security agents at international airport.
Vampire straw sees passenger arrested at US airport: ‘These items are not allowed’
The curious object was recognised as an offensive weapon by TSA agents.
The Americans are coming, so are cheaper airfares!
US carriers announce more seats to LA, bringing lower airfares for summer.
Horror over Ohio as Boeing 737 strikes flock of geese
Chilling rumbling noises could be heard by onlookers.
Is Marmite a liquid? Puzzling carry-on luggage restrictions
The surprising items that you might have to hand over at airport security.
'Cry baby' passenger's wild screaming match with child on plane
'Sir, you are screaming'... 'So is the baby!'
Coronation disruption: Airport staff announce strike action on royal weekend
'Inevitable disruption' is expected, with airport staff and parking wardens walking out.
Website glitch lets travellers buy $16k business class airfares for $480
Some travellers took advantage of a currency conversion error.
‘Crocs are always a bad idea’ Flight steward reveals what you should never wear on a plane
Dressing for an upgrade is, sadly, a myth. Clothes can, however, make a flight worse.
Blame it on the booze: Hundreds of arrests at Aussie airports
The Australian Federal Police have had a busy six months at major airports.
National reveals new farming policy, feral cat hunt killed & airfare price surge | Focus Morning Bulletin: 19 April, 2023
National want to double RSE workers and add residency pathways, Canterbury feral cat hunt called off after backlash and Kiwis spending $1,700 more on travel over the past year in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Bali customs officer accused of extorting tourist over phone 'fine'
The tourist from Taipei said he was taken aside to 'haggle' over the $6300 fine.
'Real-life Tetris': Airport worker finds fame loading luggage on TikTok
His luggage skills have earned the airport worker over half a million followers.
Federal police escort four men off Jetstar flight following abusive behaviour
Federal police were quickly called to the abusive scene.
Do kids make travel '100 times worse'? Passenger's proposal to fix airports
'If this plane doesn’t arrive soon I may jump out the window.'
Air India flight turned back to Delhi over alleged 'hair pulling' incident
The service turned back around for Delhi, after repeated complaints from crew.
Video shows sparks erupt from plane as it speeds across runway
Sparks erupted from the plane as it shot across the runway, destroying the front wheel.
Auckland Airport embarks on its biggest-ever upgrade
Sustainability is now front of mind for the new domestic terminal.