New ZealandPilot convicted for running illegal South Island scenic flightsThe pilot ran paid scenic flights in Alexandra and Clyde without proper licences.11 Sep 10:05 PM
BusinessMost-confiscated airport checked luggage items now going to charityTens of thousands of batteries deemed a fire risk would otherwise get dumped in landfill.04 Sep 10:23 PM
PremiumAirlinesNew drug and alcohol rules for aviation: Tester says more opiates being abusedMore companies will need to have drug and alcohol testing policies.03 Sep 02:00 AM
PremiumAirlinesAir traffic problems: Aviation boss says compensation talks should happen18 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandAir traffic control 'technical fault' disrupts transtasman flights, probe under way16 Aug 07:34 AM
PremiumOpinionSimon Wallace: Government must step up to save vital regional air routes31 Jul 04:29 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesIndustry boss says cockpit video recorders might be good idea in future after Air India crashIn-flight video recorders are generally disdained by pilots, but times may be changing.17 Jul 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir India crash: No fuel switch checks ordered for New Zealand jetsAmid anger and disputes overseas, CAA says no new Dreamliner checks needed here.15 Jul 11:01 PM
New ZealandKiwiRail bans 2500 workers from using sleep meds citing safety concernsSome rotating shift workers rely on the meds to help them sleep. 15 Jul 03:54 AM
AirlinesRegional airline grounded for 10 days by Civil Aviation AuthorityThe chief says the airline's version of WoF was revoked but customers can still fly.14 Jul 03:12 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRobo cop: Police trial drones to uncover hidden graves in murder cold casesExclusive: Police have carried out approximately 14,000 drone flights since 2023. 04 Jul 06:00 PM
BusinessCanterbury's aerospace plan aims for $1b industry, 1500 jobs by 2035Canterbury aims to quadruple its aerospace value to over $1 billion annually by 2035.26 Jun 01:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPeeping drones? 54% increase in incidents amid privacy fearsDrones’ capabilities have made the technology 'like opening Pandora’s Box'.20 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesPilot group to honour Erebus legacy with safety awardThe industry faces challenges but hopes to bring newcomers and veterans together.17 Jun 07:00 AM
EducationCAA grounds flight school's planes for ‘safety reasons’NZICPA trains international and domestic pilots, including for IndiGo.25 May 04:10 AM
Travel newsDrones enter airspace near Auckland Airport, suspend flights'Flying a drone this close to an airport puts aircraft, crew and passengers at risk.' 05 May 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAirports say passengers face 'significant' pressure from multiple price hikesDon't be in a rush to be too plush, Air NZ tells the air traffic outfit.23 Apr 08:41 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNew streamlined bag check service for Sydney; Most punctual airlines and airports namedGlobal airfares have dropped - here's why.16 Apr 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTouched mid-air: Student pilot's complaint against trainer mishandled by CAAFormer chief ombudsman Peter Boshier said the CAA botched response to serious disclosures.13 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandGrant Bruce Jarden, 71, dies after glider crashed into Hawke’s Bay Golf ClubThe incident has been referred to the Civil Aviation Authority.07 Apr 08:29 AM
AirlinesBA-Qatar airline alliance gets extension from NZ GovernmentThree airlines in new deal as big changes roll out for civil aviation rules.06 Apr 11:16 PM
New ZealandPilot dead after glider crashes on to golf courseIt is understood a number of golfers saw the incident unfold.06 Apr 03:14 AM
New Zealand‘A delightful person’: Community mourns loss of prominent businessman after plane crashIvan van de Water was a respected member of the Gore community.30 Mar 11:03 PM
Travel newsTravellers ‘can’t understand English’, accuse airport security of discrimination at screeningThe woman filed a complaint after an officer's alleged comment to another passenger.20 Mar 06:48 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessPilots with cancelled or suspended licences will have new appeal rightsIndustry responds to new appeal system.19 Mar 10:48 PM
WorldJury awards $87m to driver burned by Starbucks drinkThe man suffered third-degree burns to his penis, groin and inner thighs in the incident.15 Mar 10:16 PM
New ZealandPlane crash at Tauranga Airport prompts investigationA person trapped in the plane was rescued using special equipment.26 Feb 11:22 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBullying, ‘siege mentality’, staff fears revealed in leaked Government agency reviewCivil Aviation Authority hired a consultant to review culture after Herald investigation.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandCivil Aviation Authority review into workplace culture reveals bullying, leadership issuesThe CAA hired a consultant to review culture after an investigation by the Herald. Video / Cameron Pitney, Ben DickensWatch26 Feb 04:00 PM
