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Trevor Barrett, 71, died after his microlight aircraft crashed on Saturday.
Air Tahiti Nui's new Dreamliner rolls out
Auckland among the first city for new planes which save thousands of tonnes of fuel
NZ authorities eyeing US airport queue-busting scanners
New hand luggage scanners could speed up processing through airports
'Hyper-aggressive' passenger causes Qantas flight to be turned around
The passenger was described as being like a cornered animal.
Taking the plunge: Air NZ return to Hawaii for $499
Economy fares from Auckland to Honolulu plunge to a record low amid hot competition
Pie in the sky? Uber's plot to end NZ's gridlock
Uber's flying taxis and electric bikes were likely to arrive here in coming years.
Comment: Why doctor's flight rant is ridiculous
She slammed a flight attendant for calling her "Miss" - but she missed an important point.
Exodus: Four billion people flying every year
Air travel is more popular than it's ever been.
Airline food fight: Latest round in Virgin Australia v Air NZ
Australian airline narrows down the search for NZ meat in its ''Got Beef'' campaign.
China Southern flexes its muscle in NZ
The giant mainland Chinese carrier is pushing more capacity into the New Zealand market.
Why an Air NZ flight to London diverted to Iceland
Flight NZ 2 was just past Greenland when it changed course to Reykjavík.
Jetstar's new charge for more carry-on luggage
Passengers will be able to take up 10kg on board but will have to pay for the extra 3kg
Volvo reveals futuristic car that drives while you sleep
Volvo believes the concept car could replace short-haul flights.
The most risky thing you touch at the airport
Viruses on bins may be even more cause for concern.
Inside the cockpit of QF32: How world's worst aviation disaster was averted
Ten minutes into the QF32 flight, an explosion brought 400 passengers close to disaster.
Airports open gaming parlours to occupy travellers
Flight delayed? Gaming parlours are popping up around airports in the US.
Doctor's orders: How to minimise jet lag
Jet lag symptoms can a damper on a dream vacation. Here's how to avoid it.
50 flights cancelled, delayed: Auckland Airport affected by fog
Spring has started off a bit foggy, but the weather is set to improve.
Paradise lost: Jetstar offloads 22 passengers from Cook Islands flight
Airline says bad weather forced it to take on more fuel for safety reasons.
Why planes are more crowded than ever
If you get the feeling that planes seem more crowded than they used to be, you're right.
Foggy Friday: Travellers face disruption as the mist rolls in
Cancellations and delays are expected at Auckland Airport.
Why does fog cause so many flight problems?
Fog hits Auckland Airport about 10 times a year but technology allows it to operate
Cathay Pacific scoops airline prize
Air New Zealand and Qatar Airways also take top operations awards
Private jet to fly Abby Hartley home
Givealittle page closed after more than $237,000 raised.
Plane lands without wheels in emergency landing
Landing gear problems forced the aircraft to divert to Shenzhen.
Travellers rage against air ticket name-change costs
Herald readers have vented over their own ticket name change issues.
Mad Mike: Change to booking name costs Air NZ flyer $1000
A frequent flyer warns that a slip while booking online yourself can prove costly
Virgin Australia sinks to $714m statutory loss
Non-cash adjustments have hit Virgin hard but the airline's revenue reached a record.
Christchurch Airport lifts profit to $88.7m
Christchurch International Airport lifted profit 37 per cent in 2018.
Comment: Why Ardern's posting of Luxon is a masterstroke
The PM's recruitment of the Air NZ boss makes them both winners.
Terrifying footage shows plane nosedive in typhoon winds
The Dreamliner nosedived as it struggled to land in Toyko during Typhoon Cimarron.
Grant Bradley: It's time for Auckland Airport to deliver
COMMENT: The airport is playing catch-up with a big build - and you're paying for it.
Editorial: Auckland's domestic terminal a disgrace
EDITORIAL: Auckland's dowdy domestic air terminal urgently needs upgrading.