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US airport finds 1.2 metre boa constrictor inside woman’s carry-on
Advice for passengers with 'asp-irations' to take their snake on a plane.
‘Bring a book’: Air NZ apologises for screen outage on 17hr flight
Comment: How passengers got hooked on in-flight entertainment.
Horror as plane door opens on Russian passenger flight
Belongings were sucked into the void over the Siberian tundra.
Smooth criminal: Traveller caught smuggling gun onto plane in peanut butter jars
The smooth ruse took a crunchy turn when the jars set off airport x-ray machines.
Pilot saves puppy abandoned by a traveller at San Francisco Airport
The fluffy traveller was ditched by his owner after arriving at SFO.
Missing bags misery: Airline group head ‘feels’ passengers’ frustration
Resources may be stretched even thinner with the return of tourists from China.
Will this summer’s bumpy flying restart signal what 2023 has in store for passengers?
It could be 2025 until capacity is back to pre-Covid levels says airline group
Focus: Love in the air as families reunite before Christmas
Scenes from 'Love Actually' are playing out at airports across Aotearoa as families reunite after years of Covid disruptions. Video / NZ Herald
'Disgraceful service': Travellers furious at airlines losing luggage at Auckland Airport
Travellers have waited in six-hour queues and driven from Tauranga to hunt down bags.
Man caught sneaking 28 knives onto plane in carry-on bag
The man claimed his bag contained no sharp or pointed items.
TSA raises fine to $23,400 if they find this item in your carry on
The item has been intercepted at security checkpoints in record-breaking numbers.
Auckland Airport insider reveals tips for surviving the summer rush
From car parks to luggage hacks, an expert shares some top tips.
Mystery Plane: Elvis Presley’s private jet to go up for auction
It’ll be more a question of 'Labour of Love' than 'Love me Tender' for a budding restorer.
Opinion: Wayne Brown and Auckland Airport - what did the Mayor know?
Speculation about a capital raise leads to trading halt and a swift response.
Squeezed airport’s plea: Don’t take frustration out on frontline staff
Workers 'there to help get you to your destination safely, not be abused'.
Auckland Airport trading halt lifted, company responds to Mayor Brown's comments
The airport company is expected to make an announcement shortly.
Living the dream: Passenger wins praise for airbed travel hack
The 'genius' travel hack attracted praise - but also a fair share of jealousy.
'Absolute scenes!' Passengers sleep on airport floor as snow disrupts London travel
Some travellers had been at the airport for over 24 hours after cancellations.
Covid flexibility, airfares and what to know about flying this Christmas
What happens to your travel plans if you catch Covid these summer holidays?
AKL fuel rationing: American Airlines diverts to Christchurch
How airlines are navigating Auckland’s fuel shortage?
Travel couple reveals strange item they swear by for flights
Even better, it only costs a few cents.
Private jet company based out of Ardmore promotes cheap prices
A recently launched private jet firm is knocking 25 per cent off flights within New Zealand to boost business in the lead-up to Christmas. NZ Jet says the 10-day promotion will save passengers thousands of dollars on flights. Video / NZ Herald
Disabled traveller kicked off Qatar Airways flight for 'flying solo' still stranded at airport
A week on, the passenger and his wheelchair are still at the airport waiting for a flight.
Dog discovered in backpack ‘X-rayed by accident’ says passenger
A dog had a very “rough” journey this week.
Melbourne baggage handlers punished after leaked video
Two baggage handlers were filmed throwing abusing passengers' luggage.
Christmas chaos: Staff at 5 major UK airports announce strikes, ‘significant’ flight delays expected
Heading to the UK for the festive season? Prepare for disruptions.
Cancelled flight forces 13 strangers into hired minivan for 10 hours
A flight cancellation throws thirteen strangers into a hired minivan - hilarity ensues.
27 flee into Spain after pregnant woman fakes 'emergency' delivery on plane
Police are searching for 14 fleeing passengers after a strange airplane hoax.
Jet fuel rationing 'an issue the industry doesn’t need'
Maritime unions say it has taken only months for the wheels to come off the new system.
Man has his two corgis fly business class from San Francisco to Singapore
Peanut and Mindy received the royal treatment on the 17-hour flight.
Woman says passenger watched inappropriate films next to child on flight
We didn't want our child exposed to this. We had no warning we would be forced to see it.
Bumpy flying: 1600 unfilled jobs prompts Auckland Airport Xmas travel warning
Travel has rebounded strongly and businesses are crying out for staff.