Paradise lost: Jetstar offloads 22 passengers from Cook Islands flight
Airline says bad weather forced it to take on more fuel for safety reasons.
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Second Air NZ flight turned back
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Air NZ Dreamliner problems could last another year
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Air NZ to offer millions of fares for under $100
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Leaning air traffic control tower opens at Wellington Airport
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Pilot urges Queenstown Airport to look at alternative sites
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'Drunk' Kiwi's Malaysia Airlines madness
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Kiwi drone company in fight against rhino poaching
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