Passengers travelling across the Tasman could clear customs and immigration in less than 10 minutes under new electronic systems.

Changes could be in place by Christmas.

Air New Zealand is putting the heat on its rivals over reporting punctuality on domestic routes.

DNA testing could ascertain whether aviator Amelia Earhart lived as a castaway on a Pacific Island after disappearing during a round-the-world flight.

Low fare airline Pacific Blue will start weekend flights between Auckland and Queenstown in September.