Latam Airlines horror plunge: Cockpit mishap may be to blame – report
Report says incident happened when a flight attendant was serving a meal in the cockpit.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromAviation
Letters: Drastic infrastructure overhaul needed; always wear a seatbelt on a flight
OPINION: 'Seat belts should be mandatory on all aircraft at all times'.
Latam horror plunge: The warning that went to Dreamliner operators
Boeing issues reminder to check on seat controls after fresh theories emerge on incident
New photos show heavily taped Latam wing, fresh theory on freak plunge
Photos from passenger shows extensive taping on wing before Monday's incident
Airfare stoush: What’s driving the war over airline prices?
Airports and airlines are blaming each other for price rises.
Outrage after airline loses one-eyed kitten
Rodri was flown abroad to save her only eye. When the plane landed, she was gone.
Travel boom: Kiwis take overseas holidays in record numbers
Inbound tourism running at around 80 per cent of pre-Covid levels.
Editorial: Cause of terrifying Latam incident needs to be found quickly
It's speculated the problem could be related to a software glitch found nine years ago.
Boeing speaks out following incidents and government audit
A memo to employees detailed steps to correct lapses in quality.
'Profits over safety': Boeing whistleblower found dead after speaking out
John Barnett voiced his safety concerns before his death.
Hero pilot, flight attendant recall their own Kiwi plane plunge terror
Plane plunge survivor and pilot in previous nosedive incident share their wishes.
Is it safe to fly Boeing? What to know about the recent freak accident
Travellers may wonder how safe it is to fly following recent issues.
Latam flight plunge ‘a black swan event’, former commercial jet pilot says
Plane plunge horror: 'I don’t think any pilot has time to be scared.'
US city reveals a 'do-it-yourself' approach to airport security. Does it work?
Travellers will have "little or no help" from officers.
Why Auckland-Brazil air links could be on the radar
Operating into South America has been tough in the past.
Out-of-control toddler causes eight hours of flight hell
Parents slammed after video prompts calls for “child-free” plane sections.
One pilot took a nap during a flight. Then, his co-pilot fell asleep too
The plane gradually veered off course as the pilots soundly slept.
Criminal investigation opened over Alaska Airlines 737 blowout
Alaska Airlines says the company is 'fully co-operating' with the process.
Tourism rebound: What visitors really do when they’re here
New MBIE data shows which nationalities are most satisfied and which are least happy.
Air NZ’s stripped-back alternative to Auckland Airport’s $3.9b terminal plan
Airlines v airport row shifts up a notch; ex-Air NZ execs in line for Virgin's top job.
Why this Auckland flight will be staffed entirely by women
Prepare for some fierce female energy on this Auckland flight.
What happened to MH370? Disturbing theories, twists, latest search 10 years on
Flight MH370 disappeared a decade ago. Many are still searching for answers.
Dog flight: Virgin Australia will allow pets in the cabin
The move meets growing demand from travellers.
Council spends $2.78m on planes for pilot academy
'We couldn’t be bringing the students to Whanganui without those aircraft.'
Can wearing this colour on a flight get you better treatment?
It is a bold claim. Can wearing a particular shade or colour land you an upgrade?
Airline says Ōhakea’s staffing woes put commercial flights at risk
The airline warned the former Transport Minister.
Ex-Air NZ exec Cam Wallace takes aim at Auckland Airport's development
Auckland Airport responds to claims it is building a 'Taj Mahal'
False hope fears as MH370 families search for closure
Malaysia has requested new evidence before agreeing to another search effort.
Helicopter company heading to trial over pilot’s death
Charges were laid in October 2022, following the death of pilot Dan Harrison.
Here’s where your kiwi dollar will stretch further on a winter getaway
Cheapest and most expensive popular vacation spots identified.
Civil Aviation Authority investigating forced landing at Whanganui Airport
'We are working with the operator to determine the cause.'
'Find the plane and provide truth': Major update in search for MH370
The announcements brought tears of joy from victims' family members.
Why you should take the straw out of your water bottle before flying
One passenger learned of the issue with reusable drink bottles on planes the hard way.
Status quo or room to grow? Airport's future being mapped out
Uncertainty over aeronautical fees remains an issue for airport users.