BusinessAirbus A320 software issue: Civil Aviation Authority director on hectic weekendDirector of Civil Aviation and CAA Chief Executive Kane Patena tells us how New Zealand handled the massive A320 software meltdown. Video / Cameron PitneyWatch30 Nov 09:37 PM
WorldTributes for Sydney pilot killed in horror mid-air collisionThe second light aircraft landed safely at Napperfield Airfield, uninjured.30 Nov 08:46 PM
New ZealandAir NZ's Airbus A320 aircraft return to normal service after software recallAbout 6000 Airbus A320 family jets worldwide needed urgent software fixes.30 Nov 05:17 AM
WorldPilot dead after two planes crash mid-air in SydneyOne light plane crashed in bushland while the second landed safely back at base.30 Nov 03:13 AM
New ZealandAir NZ expects grounded A320 fleet back in service by this eveningThe airline aims to have all affected planes updated today after global software fault.29 Nov 07:29 PM
WorldTrump tells airlines Venezuelan skies are ‘closed’ amid US military buildupThe FAA has not closed Venezuelan airspace and flights were still operating.29 Nov 06:38 PM
New ZealandPassengers speak of 'chaos', hours-long queues as A320 software recall stalls airportsNZ travellers have reported queues of up to six hours and conflicting airline updates.29 Nov 06:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Almost unprecedented': Aviation commentator on Airbus chaos and A320 software fearsA JetBlue A320 plunged suddenly on a Cancun to Newark flight, injuring passengers.29 Nov 05:00 AM
WorldUS fears cover-up in Air India crash Black-box data allegedly shows the captain cut fuel to both engines.29 Nov 01:58 AM
New Zealand'It's safe to fly': CAA assures air passengers after global software fault chaosThe Civil Aviation Authority released a statement after a day of delays and disruption. 28 Nov 11:19 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSunair back flying, not happy at being grounded for almost 5 monthsAirline says it was a 'dreadful' experience, but CAA says safety is crucial.28 Nov 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesChannel Infrastructure buys 25% stake in Melbourne jet fuel pipelineAirport's new third runway and expected surge in passenger numbers highlighted.25 Nov 09:02 PM
Travel newsDisabled traveller left 'black and blue' after being told to slide down Air NZ plane stairsRachel Adams received an apology and 200 Airpoints Dollars, but says it isn't enough. 25 Nov 02:00 AM
WorldVenezuela hits back at US over 'ridiculous lie' terror claimUS warships, including an aircraft carrier, are now stationed near Venezuela.24 Nov 07:59 PM
WorldSea World crash inquest hears of five near misses before fatal collisionThe inquest will test if earlier warnings might have averted the tragedy.24 Nov 04:01 AM
AirlinesAir NZ CEO says A320 engine issues may take two years to resolveNikhil Ravishankar says the airline's 'controllable cancellations' must be halved.23 Nov 10:58 PM
New ZealandUp to 15,000 travellers could face delays if Air NZ cabin crew strike proceedsThe airline is looking at cancelling flights and rebooking passengers. 23 Nov 07:56 PM
Travel newsHow do you make beer taste better at 30,000 feet? Air NZ says it’s cracked itParrotdog’s Dash-hound IPA has been designed specifically for Air NZ's in-flight menu.22 Nov 09:58 PM
New ZealandRevealed: What the new Defence Force planes will look likeThe Airbus A321XLR planes are set to replace the Boeing 757 fleet.21 Nov 07:04 AM
New ZealandCop turned aviation boss quits following scathing IPCA McSkimming reportThe 135-page report said he failed to act on clear integrity warnings.21 Nov 04:55 AM
New ZealandJetstar flights to ban use of portable power banks on all flights, Air New Zealand looking into itAir New Zealand will decide next week if it will follow Jetstar’s move.21 Nov 04:42 AM
New ZealandGovt quietly rejects tougher 2050 net-zero carbon targetThe move was buried in a single line on the ministry’s website last month.21 Nov 02:41 AM
AucklandAir NZ flight returns to Auckland after in-flight engineering issueFlight NZ5077 turned around near Mt Taranaki before returning to Auckland.20 Nov 04:21 AM
ChristchurchPolice officer suffers facial injuries, taken to hospital after alleged airport assaultThe officer approached two people who were reportedly behaving in a disorderly manner.19 Nov 08:43 PM
WorldDrone breaches test Nato borders as Russia steps up attacks on UkraineMoldova summoned Russia's ambassador after confirming a drone incursion.19 Nov 05:19 PM
ChristchurchItalian military plane’s drama over NZ most-tracked flight in worldA minor technical issue forced the Hercules to circle before a safe landing.19 Nov 01:29 AM
AirlinesBoeing faces pressure from Emirates for bigger 777X as delays mountThe airline wants Boeing to build a larger 777X to replace its A380 fleet.18 Nov 10:53 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay flight school expands to train more pilots amid global shortageAir Hawke's Bay will split its operations between Napier and Bridge Pā.18 Nov 09:50 PM
AirlinesEmirates orders dozens more Boeing 777X aircraft despite delaysBoeing is trying to turn the page on a torrid period.18 Nov 04:36 AM
WorldFrance, Ukraine sign deal for up to 100 Rafale fighter jetsDrone and interceptor production is set to begin before the end of this year.17 Nov 06:51 PM
New ZealandAsh cloud halts Tauranga flights as Whakaari stirs againRay Dumble says cancellations affected services on Monday night and Tuesday.17 Nov 05:48 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesUS flights can return to ‘normal’ after Govt shutdown disruptionsSpace launches and even parachutists faced restrictions during the shutdown.17 Nov 04:18 AM
WorldRoyal Navy’s crucial support ships stuck in portAll three RFA amphibious support vessels are currently out of action.16 Nov 09:34 PM
WellingtonHelicopter crashes near Wellington beach, pilot freed after rescueRescuers were alerted at about 7.50am after a distress signal was triggered. 15 Nov 08:55 PM
