Boeing 787 under scrutiny after fatal crash revives safety concerns
Incidents were linked to wing flap issues, which are now under scrutiny after India crash.
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First fatal crash for Dreamliner as Air India jet goes down
An Air India 787-8 crashed into a dorm shortly after take-off in Ahmedabad.
Air India crash: What went wrong? Experts study video of plane’s descent
New York Times: Plane looked as if 'it should be climbing and in fact it’s descending'.
India plane crash: What happened after Air India flight 171 took off?
A Boeing 787 crashed in Ahmedabad, killing 241 of the 242 onboard.
Miracle survivor found in plane crash that killed 265 in India
A lone survivor emerged from the crash, offering a glimmer of hope.
'Tragic accident': London-bound flight crashes in India, 242 on board
Large clouds of smoke are visible in the area.
Air NZ-drone investigation: Operators ‘gutted’ and warn of potential disaster
'Russian roulette': Drone operator says airport incident shows need for oversight.
Ex-flight attendant convicted of fraudulently booking 120 free flights
Alexander faces up to 90 years in prison for multiple fraud-related charges.
Near-collision between drone and Air NZ Airbus approaching Auckland
Not all drone users comply with civil aviation users, says TAIC.
Air New Zealand to fly to Western Sydney from 2027
The new Western Sydney International will be a 24-hour airport.
Investigator says missing US student 'appears to be safe' despite ongoing police search
Private investigators say there's no immediate concern for Will's safety.
Jetstar ditches Singapore-based operator for more NZ, Australia focus
Aircraft will be redeployed to New Zealand and Australia from Asia.
US student's mum flies to NZ amid 'traumatising' disappearance
Will was last seen in Palmerston North between May 30 and June 1.
'Like in the lounge at home': Air NZ trials Starlink Wi-Fi on flights
The airline says passengers will be able to use the internet like they are at home.
Hawke’s Bay’s new rescue chopper: Hangar upgrades, equipment could cost over $1m
Hawke’s Bay’s brand new rescue helicopter is set for arrival in September 2026.
Tourism: Luxon, Upston hope more money gets more attention from China, Australia, US
More bounce needed to get tourism numbers back to pre-pandemic levels, PM needed.
Twenty people survive plane crash shortly after takeoff
The skydiving plane crashed shortly after departing Tullahoma Regional Airport.
JetStar launches sale on more than 55,000 domestic, international flights
Discounts are available on the soon to be established Hamilton to Sydney route.
Rolls-Royce responds after Air NZ complains, airline group blasts manufacturers
Airline chief says Christmas promises he gets keep going unfulfilled.
Singapore Airlines bringing giant jet to Auckland
A double-decker Airbus is to fly to Auckland as visitor numbers from the city-state grow.
Kiwi mum’s warning after tray table slices baby's finger on flight
Singapore Airlines has apologised to the family after the incident.
Air NZ announces Christchurch-Adelaide service after getting planes out of ‘the sin bin’
New Airbus A321s and leased engines allowing for more flights, CEO says.
Russia’s ‘Pearl Harbour’ has left Putin’s attack plans in tatters
Moscow’s strategy of raining bombs is likely to be hampered by Kyiv’s drone strikes.
Air NZ to use bigger jet on some Auckland-South Island flights
All Blacks test in Dunedin, Queenstown winter holiday trips get more seats.
Airline group IATA slams ‘unacceptable’ engine problems, delays
And 'outrage' over sustainable fuel also emerges.
'Worked around the clock': Repaired Air NZ jet back in air with non-passenger flight
Jet that was holed after hitting airbridge flies to Singapore for scheduled maintenance.
Pilots say lessons learned after Air NZ plane smashed into runway edge lights
Five tyres were damaged after wild weather impacted the plane's approach.
Westmere helipad opposition 'alarmist and unhelpful', says rich-listers' lawyer
The couple propose up to 10 flights per month, during low-tide windows.
Auckland Airport regional airfield upgrade
The airport says the $147m project could cater to more domestic jet flights in future. Video / Auckland Airport
Auckland Airport says regional airfield upgrade could allow for more local jet flights
Extreme weather events and possible jet upgrades influence a $147m project.
Air NZ gets robot-tethered drone in Spark private 5G warehouse project
The airline and the telco say the networked robot is a first for NZ business.
'Fastest-growing route': Jet service returns to Hamilton after 25 years
The 171-seat Airbus A320 will operate alongside ATR 72 flights.
'Just hoping I'd get home': Passenger describes aborted landing on bumpy flight
Bumpy flight for basketball boss: 'This one was one of the worst'.
Grounded: Pilot academy investigated after safety complaints
The academy is permitted to lease aircraft while the investigation is carried out.