Fatal turbulence: Aviation experts reveal ‘life-or-death’ thing passengers need to do
This overlooked safety feature is a 'matter of life and death', say industry experts.
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London-to-Singapore flight hit severe turbulence, leaving a British man dead.
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Grounded planes, low student numbers hit pilot academy
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Iran blames Western sanctions for crash of president's chopper
The helicopter that crashed was over 40 years old.
'Laptop incident' blamed for unexpected stop on United flight
One clumsy mistake left 157 passengers in Ireland, without a flight.
Plus-size traveller ‘discriminated’ in flight, petitions for free second seat
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Iran’s president found dead at helicopter crash site in foggy, mountainous region
Drone footage showed a fire in the wilderness that was 'suspected to be the wreckage'.
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Iran President Ebrahim Raisi's helicopter crashed near the Dizmar forest yesterday.
Airline boss brands parallel taxiway 'an unnecessary luxury'
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Singapore Airlines surprises staff with early mid-year bonus
The airline is rewarding its staff generously following a year of unprecedented success.
International flights for Dunedin? Airport bosses touting for business in Oz
International flights have not been available from Dunedin Airport since 2020.
Boeing supplier laying off staff after production of troubled 737s slows
The key Boeing supplier makes the fuselages for its popular 737 Max aircraft.
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The cost-of-living crunch is grounding some travellers but others are flying high.
William's adorable gifts for Kate and kids amid princess’ cancer treatment
Prince of Wales brings home special presents for his family from ceremony.
Ōhakea base achieves round-the-clock fire and rescue availability
Ōhakea serves as a vital alternate airport in New Zealand.
Travel’s big bounce: Tourist numbers recovering and Kiwis are taking off
Last year's soggy tourism recovery is a drag on the economy, says Kiwibank.
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Soaring airfares: International prices up 7.2% in a month
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Stranded Air Vanuatu passengers have few options but to await decisions
A Northland couple just want to go home but Kiwis have to fly via Australia or Fiji.
Kiwi lawyer's bid to claim $5000 after booking and cancelling 59 Jetstar flights
The Wellingtonian booked and then cancelled 59 flights to make the plan work.
Air rage: Wild scenes on flight as argument over seat turns violent
Flight BR08 erupted in violence over a reported misunderstanding over seating.
UK govt issued eGate warning after nationwide airport meltdown
After a day of turmoil at UK airports, prospect of further travel chaos is still possible.
Flight Centre survey finds what business travellers want
Data provides insights for providers of services for travellers.
Boeing subject to new FAA probe over 787 Dreamliner inspections
Financial Times: Plane maker informed aviation safety regulator tests were not performed.
Transtasman passengers hit by Qantas ‘ghost flights’ in line for $500 in compo
Airline ordered to pay A$120m after 'falling short' over flight disruption.
Air New Zealand longhaul fleet faces years of disruption
Airlines around the world faced with delays in repairing planes and getting new ones.
New York return for $1499: Qantas fires hot shot in airfare battle to the US
The Australian airline marks a year of Auckland-New York flights with an airfare deal.
Soaring airfares: Air NZ happy 'to open the books' as political heat grows
Government not ruling out market study of domestic ticket prices.
Boeing on verge of launching astronauts aboard new capsule
The move is the first flight of Boeing’s Starliner capsule with a crew on board.
Helicopter crash near Blenheim - police
'The helicopter has ended up on its side... [but] the pilot is okay.'
Second Boeing whistleblower dies
The auditor who was fired by Boeing last April was described as being in good health.
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