Blame it on the booze: Hundreds of arrests at Aussie airports
The Australian Federal Police have had a busy six months at major airports.
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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.
Air Vanuatu woes: Delay to 737 repairs cancel Auckland flights until after Easter
Delays in getting parts for the grounded 737 have had knock-on effects for travellers.
Auckland Airport’s busiest Easter travel days revealed
Easter is looking to be as busy as Christmas with 800,000 passengers piling through.
Tragedy as missing plane carrying pilot and pregnant wife found in Queensland
The plane went missing on Sunday.
'Will destroy their tourism': Kiwis stranded after island nation's only 737 fails
This is not the first time that issues with the 737 have grounded the network.
Auckland Council $295m budget hole: Five-building cost-cutting retreat underway
Cash-strapped Auckland Council has appointed commercial agents.
Scottish pop star’s unexpected mid-flight act shocks
Passengers on a flight from London to Los Angeles got quite the surprise.
Unruly airline passengers could face flight bans with proposed no-fly list bill
The controversial proposal has previously been struck down.
Air NZ facing 20,000 ‘unacceptable’ outstanding refunds
The airline is facing extended handling delays and 10 times the volume of claims.
Return of Emirates' South Island A380 draws crowds to Christchurch Airport
The carpark was full with aviation fans awaiting Emirates' double-decker A380.
Civilian honoured for tackling murderous airline passenger
The former bouncer said he doesn’t consider himself a hero.
Is Marmite a liquid? Puzzling restrictions for carry-on luggage
The surprising items that you might have to hand over at airport security.
International travel through European country expected to be disrupted in upcoming strike action
A union representative said the action will have "massive" and "necessary" effects.
TikTok tactic for getting special treatment on a flight
Traveller claims the hack was so worth the cost.
Heathrow Airport prepares for delays during Easter holidays due to strikes
Expect long queues and long waits at this popular airport.
Look, no pilot! Autonomous planes could arrive in NZ sooner than expected
Pilot-free planes is a technology that the NZ CAA says is already on their radar.
Passenger sends debt collectors to London airport for flight refunds
A UK court sent bailiffs to collect outstanding refunds from the Hungarian airline.
London Heathrow security guards to strike for 10 days over Easter
It's the latest in mass UK strikes and will cause chaos over busy Easter travel period.
Auckland Airport’s new $3.9b terminal: What it means for travellers
'We recognise that in today’s environment price changes are challenging' - airport boss.
New Auckland Airport terminal: 'Flabbergasted' airlines warn flyers will pay for $3.9b spend-up
At last, a new domestic terminal is coming - but passengers face higher prices.
The 'Oscars' of international airports award best in show
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What Auckland Airport’s redevelopment plan looks like. Video / Supplied
Auckland Airport’s redevelopment plan
Auckland Airport’s redevelopment plan. Video / Supplied
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Shock way drugs ‘smuggled’ on Sydney flight
An arrest comes after a 10-year-long investigation.
Taser use raised for flight attendants
'I think we need to look at that discussion again,' says major union boss.