The average seat pitch has shrunk from 88 cm in the 1960s to about 78 cm today.

The US and European aircraft manufacturers will compete for a $1 billion Air NZ deal.

British author Tilly Bagshawe has travel tips for even the most nervous flyer.

Qantas is expanding its network but still assessing the contribution of Dreamliners.

Fiji Airways is expanding its fleet but says fuel price increases could push up fares

Air New Zealand is deepening its Pacific Rim operations with new direct flights to Taipei.

Air New Zealand has thanked transtasman travellers for their patience after the mixed response to charter planes filling in for Dreamliners that need engine maintenance and repairs.

The national airline posted strong results despite rising fuel costs.

Air NZ's revenue is up but is facing a growing number of issues beyond its control

Jetstar says it can continue to operate flights out of Wellington this afternoon

Emirates has released return fares to Bali starting at $899.

Herald Business Traveller aboard Air New Zealand's Portuguese charter plane. Video / Grant Bradley

Emirates plans to start flights between Auckland and Bali from the middle of the year.

When two girls showed up to check in with no ID an airline worker had a horrible feeling.

Kiwi pilots met when flying in the Outback and now fly 777s for Emirates.

Auckland Airport has plans for another runway which it says will keep the city on the map.

Bombardier is putting its battle with Boeing behind them.

A humanoid robot in Germany is the latest advance in airlines' use of AI.

Auckland Airport has released more details of its plans for a second runway.

Airbus has unveiled the largest of its twin-aisle planes - the A350-1000 - in Auckland.

Travellers have been advised to heed the recommendations of local authorities.

Adjustable panels and movable TV monitors on the centre four seats.

The airline blamed a passenger for the terrifying moment.

Kiwis have enjoyed years of falling airfares but rising oil prices may spoil the party

Air New Zealand is shopping for new wide-body planes and Airbus hopes it has a solution.

Return economy fares to Europe are selling for $999 and business class is under $4000.

Lucky miss as plane crash-lands in stud farm paddock outside Auckland.

Aircraft makes hard landing at Ardmore Airport.

You can check in to Virgin Australia flights kilometres away from the airport in Sydney

Search vessel tasked with finding MH370 switched off its tracking system near shipwreck.