WorldNato jets scrambled after Russian warplanes violate Lithuanian airspaceThe Russian jets crossed about half a mile into Lithuanian airspace.23 Oct 09:44 PM
New ZealandAuckland family stranded after weather cancels Queenstown flight homeThe group have borrowed money for accommodation after being left with no way home.23 Oct 05:00 AM
WorldShutdown reaches new milestone as US political deadlock deepensMore than 1.4 million federal workers are unpaid as the shutdown drags on.22 Oct 08:39 PM
AirlinesAirways NZ chair retires as replacements named after turbulent few monthsNew chair says Airways aims to understand and adapt to 'diverse needs' of airspace users.22 Oct 02:26 AM
AirlinesAir New Zealand forecasts $30m-$55m first half loss Lower revenue and grounded planes continue to plague the airline.21 Oct 08:16 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAirbus and Cathay Pacific sign $122m sustainable aviation fuel deal; Aramco suggests low carbon alternativeBankers complained about and oil company weighs in as demand for travel surges.21 Oct 04:52 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAviation bosses warn progress on clean fuel is far too slowA challenging but exciting energy revolution is starting, an airline group leader says.21 Oct 03:46 AM
World‘Not certified for use’: Investigators fault Lisbon funicular operatorThe cable used on the Gloria line was never certified for public transport.21 Oct 12:57 AM
WorldChinese fighter jet threatens Australian warplaneCanberra has lodged a protest with Beijing through diplomatic channels.20 Oct 09:19 PM
WorldMid-air emergency as fire erupts in plane’s overhead cabinThe fire erupted 20 minutes into the flight, sending smoke through the cabin.20 Oct 08:58 PM
WorldTwo killed as cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway into seaThe cargo jet had arrived from the United Arab Emirates before dawn.20 Oct 02:21 AM
WorldHomeland Security splashes $348m on private jetsNew contract for two jets far exceeds the $87m the Coast Guard had requested for one.19 Oct 09:14 PM
New ZealandFire alarm forces evacuation of Auckland Airport terminalMP among those sent outside after a fire alarm went off. 17 Oct 11:04 PM
AirlinesAir NZ’s first electric aircraft takes off from Tauranga ahead of inter-island summer tripsNew battery-powered aircraft has a range of nearly 400km.17 Oct 03:54 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSingapore Airlines about to ramp up Auckland servicesMore flights are imminent before the giant double-decker Airbus jet's arrival in January.16 Oct 11:14 PM
AirlinesAirline boss warns prolonged US shutdown threatens economyTSA and air traffic staff are still working without pay as talks stall.16 Oct 08:41 PM
WorldFrom first to 12th in a decade, US passport in declineThe index ranks how many destinations a passport holder can visit without needing a visa.16 Oct 12:16 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAirports group says NZ had world’s highest domestic airfare increase since 2019Airline leader says comparisons with other countries are dubious.15 Oct 09:54 PM
WorldFlights halted as Mount Lewotobi blasts ash 10km into the skyAsh soared 10km above Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki’s 1584m summit.15 Oct 05:32 AM
New ZealandAir NZ flight to Taupō diverted after midair engineering alertPilots turned back after a system alert prompted safety checks mid‑flight.14 Oct 06:37 AM
WorldWatch: Fuel hose sprays flammable liquid across tarmac at US airportAviation fuel was pumping out of the hose for nearly a minute before crews shut it off.14 Oct 06:34 AM
BusinessAir New Zealand and Air Chathams team upA one-stop shop is opening for some flyers wanting to get around regional New Zealand.14 Oct 06:12 AM
TourismTourism numbers up in August, airline group says NZ close to pre-pandemic peaksAustralian tourists drove a surge in winter visitor numbers.12 Oct 10:27 PM
WorldWatch: Helicopter in California crashes after spiralling out of controlDebris from the crash scattered across a beach carpark. 12 Oct 06:37 AM
WorldQantas data from 5.7 million customers leaked online after cyber attackHackers accessed names, emails, phone numbers and birthdays via Salesforce.12 Oct 05:57 AM
WorldShellharbour plane crash: Illawarra couple among three killedThe Illawarra couple were flying to Bathurst with a close friend when it crashed.12 Oct 03:14 AM
New ZealandCAA deciding whether to investigate Fiji Airways bird strike emergencyChristchurch Airport recorded 304 bird strikes last year, the most nationwide.11 Oct 12:13 AM
WorldFrance border checks to cause four-hour delays for UK travellersLong queues are expected as new EU biometric border checks begin.11 Oct 12:04 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlines'Watched him fly into a set of power lines': Pilot’s trauma sparks call for changeSteps taken after summit hears from pilot whose friend crashed.10 Oct 02:35 AM
New ZealandFiji Airways jet takes off for Nadi after repairs to bloodied nose from bird strikeThe Boeing 737 circled above Lake Ellesmere for hours to burn fuel after the bird strike.09 Oct 10:13 PM
WorldAir travel disruptions add pressure on Congress for shutdown dealUS government shutdown has stretched into a second week with no end in sight.09 Oct 08:39 PM
ChristchurchBlood and damage: Fiji Airways flight lands after bird strike sparks airport emergencyThe Boeing 737-800 became the world’s most-tracked flight on Flightradar24.09 Oct 04:02 AM
WorldUS faces more travel delays as shutdown continuesHigher numbers of airport safety staff are off sick, rather than working without pay.09 Oct 12:23 AM
TravelDreaming of a white Christmas? The eye-watering fares to get to the UK if you haven't bookedHalf of Air New Zealand's long-haul Christmas bookings are locked in by mid-year. 08 Oct 11:00 PM