TravelBetween Auckland and Napier on JestarOnce upon a time not too long ago, it was more economical to spend over five hours in a car to get to the Hawkes Bay than to travel by plane.23 Feb 12:00 AM
AirlinesAirbus designs bench seat for obese flyersAirbus has designed a bench seat for economy class that could make it more comfortable for obese passengers and families with young children to fly.22 Feb 10:55 PM
AirlinesPay $12,000 and you'll get these treatsStrong Kiwi demand for Emirates First Class, where private suites include showers and $500 bottles of Dom Perignon.22 Feb 05:30 PM
BDBDAirlinesAirport boss confident NZ can sustain tourism growthAuckland International Airport CEO Adrian Littlewood says New Zealand has plenty of capacity to grow tourism from its record levels.21 Feb 11:55 PM
AirlinesSafety levy boost 'threat to firms'Plans to change the safety regulation regime for aircraft operators could threaten some businesses, says Aviation NZ.21 Feb 04:00 PM
Airlines$4 fares sell out in minutesMore than 100 Air New Zealand $4 flights were snapped up within minutes by keen domestic travellers this afternoon.19 Feb 02:39 AM
Airlines17hr non-stop flight with free Wifi**Well, there's no charge for first 10 megabytes of data.18 Feb 07:20 PM
BDBDAirlinesAir NZ appeals in 'cherry-picking' pilots spatAir NZ Is appealing an Employment Court decision it says lets the country's largest pilots' union cherry-pick good parts of other employment deals.16 Feb 09:35 PM
TravelPilot explains how to land a 737WATCH: If you're ever caught in a nightmare situation where both pilots are unconscious, you'll be glad you've watched this video.16 Feb 03:00 AM
BusinessWatch: Preview of Asia's biggest aviation showAerospace leaders gather this week for the 2016 Singapore Airshow. Source: AIN TVWatch15 Feb 09:39 PM
AirlinesFull flight for new regional airlineKiwi Regional Airlines is operating its flight out of Tauranga today at full capacity.15 Feb 06:01 PM
AirlinesHow safe is flying?Flying last year was extraordinarily safe according to a group representing airlines but accident figures exclude two deliberate acts that led to crashes15 Feb 08:42 AM
WorldFlight returns as pilot dazzled by laserA Virgin Atlantic flight was forced to return to Heathrow after one its pilots reported being dazzled by a laser outside London.15 Feb 01:53 AM
BDBDAirlinesWellington Airport hits back at runway criticismWellington Airport has hit back at scathing analysis of its runway extension plan by the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research.14 Feb 11:30 PM
AirlinesJetstar's regional flights late says rivalAir New Zealand claims fewer than half of Jetstar flights on competitive regional routes ran late early this month14 Feb 11:04 PM
AirlinesWellington runway extension savagedReport backed by airlines tears into plan to lengthen airport's runway, saying it would be a waste of money and a drain on the economy.14 Feb 07:40 PM
TravelPlane can fly five days without refuellingThe world's largest aircraft will soon take to the skies for its first proper test flight.11 Feb 08:50 PM
AirlinesAre we in the golden age of air travel?Airlines are flocking to New Zealand and piling on new capacity to serve a travel boom in what's being called a new golden age in air travel.11 Feb 04:00 PM
AirlinesVirgin Australia profits fly as oil fallsVirgin Australia has benefited from falling fuel prices and better performance to boost first half profits despite taking a hit on its Bali flights.10 Feb 11:55 PM
AirlinesFares to US dip below $400Hot competition has pushed air fares to the United States down to the lowest ever offered.09 Feb 12:50 AM
AirlinesAir NZ Dreamliners go paperlessBoeing has announced the full integration of its Electronic Logbook in a move that will improve operational efficiency and reliability.05 Feb 05:00 AM
AirlinesGlobal air travel surges as fares fallFalling air fares are fueling a surge in global air travel.05 Feb 12:15 AM
AirlinesAir New Zealand's new $25m dealAir New Zealand has announced it will spend big on a partnership with an European aircraft manufacturer.04 Feb 07:06 AM
WorldBurning man 'sucked out of plane' after explosionAn explosion - thought to have been a bomb - ripped a hole in the side of a plane, with reports that the charred body of a man fell to earth.03 Feb 07:09 PM
AirlinesEat, relax, enjoy say Kiwi frequent flyersKiwis are among the most active flyers in the world and they are willing to pay to fly with a full stomach and are very keen to dress down.02 Feb 04:00 PM
TravelThe world's scariest runwaysSt Maarten is just one of several unbelievable runways around the world - here are five of the scariest.02 Feb 03:00 AM
TravelHong Kong to Hanoi on DragonairA note on the actual seat: Vietnamese silk cushions were a lovely touch.02 Feb 02:00 AM
AirlinesNewest airliner heading for AucklandCathay Pacific is on track to be the first airline to fly the world's newest widebody aircraft on scheduled services to New Zealand.02 Feb 02:00 AM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: Grim news from the front of the airplaneThis week, I bring you terrible news, dear readers. You'd better all be sitting down before you read on.01 Feb 06:27 PM
