US airport security ditches boarding passes for certain travellers
The new system could save up to 15 minutes at airport security.
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EU can bid adieu to era of budget airfares says Ryanair
Rising fuel prices, labour and climate conscientiousness have seen costs take off.
Qantas executives to become baggage handlers in absurd contingency plan
The employees will have to scan bags, drive carts and carry luggage on board.
Baggage handler reveals worst ways to pack a suitcase
An airport worker shares how to stay in a baggage handler's good books.
Qantas flight grounded after reports of engine on fire
More than a hundred travellers were removed from a Qantas flight after reports of a fire.
Europe travellers warned as two more airlines threaten to strike
If you're heading to Europe it may pay to check who you're flying with.
US wants to make it easier for people to get airline refunds
Getting money back from a delayed flight could get much easier in the US.
Man divides internet after shaming girlfriend for selfish act on plane
The incident sparked debate over who was really in the wrong.
'My pilot just jumped out': Radio captures horror mid-air moment
The body of the 23yo co-pilot was found later in a backyard 50km from the airport.
Coffee, tea or Jason Momoa? Hawaiian star surprises thirsty passengers
It's not every day Aquaman is handing out refreshments from the trolley.
Chaos as airport plunged into darkness
Footage showed the terminal plunged into darkness as the lights failed.
$50m & 2 kilotonnes of carbon: Inside celebs' worst offending jets
Are Jay Z and Beyonce the Bonnie and Clyde of climate villains?
Parent shares genius trick for boarding a plane with kids
If you board the plane first, you're doing it all wrong.
Deep South Milford teaser trailer
Is it too late to save Milford Sound or has it been 'lost to tourism'. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / Crux Productions
Deep South Milford
The Herald is proud to present the first episode of a major new investigative documentary series Deep South produced and presented by Crux Productions. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / Crux Productions
Airline sends cats to California without their owner
Cats Mimi and Bubba were left in limbo between YYZ and SFO for 16 hours.
Major airline accused of covering up accidents
Federal officials claim the airline and union resisted and delayed investigations.
Airport boss says travellers are faking disabilities to bypass queues
Heathrow chief executive says they are aware of fraudulent requests for wheelchair use.
American travels 96-hours to Germany to fetch lost baggage
One traveller went to impressive lengths to be reunited with his luggage.
World's busiest airports revealed: Travellers rush back to the skies
Despite the lack of passengers, IATA recorded the most plane movements in a decade.
Frustrated Air NZ passengers spend more than $1000 to get home after 'perfect storm' of delays
The airline is offering stranded passengers accommodation and alternative travel options.
Qantas pilot exposes behind-the-scenes airport chaos
"In my three decades with Qantas, I've never seen anything like it."
Passengers left stranded at Queenstown airport
July 24 2022 | People queue at Queenstown airport to try and rebook seats after flights were cancelled. Video / NZ Herald
NZ's first Boeing P-8A Poseidon
New Zealand is one of eight nations to have acquired the P-8 as their new multi-mission maritime patrol aircraft. Video / Boeing
Boom: United Airlines' supersonic carriers revealed
Ironically 'Boom' will be far quieter than the first generation supersonic planes.
Grounded and going nowhere: When airlines should give a refund if you end up stranded
Complaints have come in thick and fast after travellers' school holiday plans disrupted.
'See you there!' US traveller told fly back to London for luggage
Passengers have been going to extreme lengths to be reunited with lost luggage...
Saved by Subway: Woman's story of $3000 airport fine finds a happy ending
After her TikTok about a $3000 fine went viral, the fast-food company stepped in.
Trio emailed mid-air that their next flight is cancelled
The group were told to "book a new flight".
Air NZ extends Covid fare flexibility as illness woes ramp up
"We're not out of the woods yet," said AirNZ CEO Greg Foran.
The eDream is over: How travellers fell out of love with OTAs
The pandemic has unveiled devious tricks and shortfalls of OTA travel deals.
Delta Air Lines fills private plane with 1000 bags and no passengers
Airlines are taking drastic measures amidst luggage chaos.
Delta deals: How a woman paid $585 for a flight but got $4900 back
The 30-year-old traveller reveals how she made money by boarding her flight.
Air NZ staff asked to volunteer extra hours to plug July gaps
Airline staff are being asked volunteer extra hours to keep flights on track.