AirlinesTauranga Airport: Flights cancelled due to volcanic ash cloud from Whakaari/White IslandAsh cloud causes at least 19 flights in and out of the airport to be scratched.12 Mar 02:47 AM
Politics'Over my dead body': Ministers grilled on sale of Air NZ amid shaky economic outlookOne minister says he'll make sure the national carrier is never sold. 10 Mar 08:25 PM
PremiumAirlinesAir NZ tipped to lose $125m as soaring costs wipe out profit hopesAirline should start turning a profit from mid-2027, analysts say after 'reset' revealed.03 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandPilot, passenger killed in Paekākāriki Hill helicopter crash were pest control contractors29 Jan 04:39 AM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: 'Practice bomb' alert – Did Wellington Airport gamble with safety?19 Jan 04:05 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesNew Civil Aviation Authority boss on prosecuting change, building fairer system The former prosecutor takes on one of the biggest jobs in aviation.15 Jan 12:00 AM
Sponsored StoriesLithium batteries and flying: What every traveller needs to know this holiday seasonHow to pack your devices safely and avoid delays during the busy summer rush.15 Dec 07:07 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAircraft near-collision 'too close', investigators call for urgent overhaulA safety authority urges major changes after two planes were put on a collision course.11 Dec 04:00 PM
BusinessNew CAA chief on why he took the top jobThe new Director of Civil Aviation, Kane Patena, on making changes the industry has been clamouring for, and why he took the top job. Video / Cameron PitneyWatch07 Dec 10:09 PM
New Zealand'I'm not going to comment': CAA chief tight-lipped on de Wattignar dealThe former security boss resigned after the police investigation into Jevon McSkimming.04 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAirbus A320 software issue made for a hectic weekend at airportsAirlines have praised customer responses after a 'very rare situation'.30 Nov 11:59 PM
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
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
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 ZealandFloatplane engine fails mid-air, pilot glides to safe landingThree investigations have been opened into what happened on the Rotorua scenic flight.20 Nov 08:51 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
New ZealandAviation security boss on leave after damning police conduct reportChris de Wattignar is on leave as the CAA works through employment process.13 Nov 04:08 AM
New ZealandCAA deciding whether to investigate Fiji Airways bird strike emergencyChristchurch Airport recorded 304 bird strikes last year, the most nationwide.11 Oct 12:13 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlines'Watched him fly into a set of power lines': Pilot’s trauma sparks call for changeSteps taken after summit hears from pilot whose friend crashed.10 Oct 02:35 AM
New ZealandFiji Airways jet takes off for Nadi after repairs to bloodied nose from bird strikeThe Boeing 737 circled above Lake Ellesmere for hours to burn fuel after the bird strike.09 Oct 10:13 PM
Travel newsCAA takes on 'watchdog' role for NZ's aviation industryOperators were required to file new drug and alcohol management plans last week. 08 Oct 06:41 AM
AirlinesPermanent Aviation Council members announced: High tech and regional airlines includedGroup will have to address some critical aviation skills shortages, among other tasks.07 Oct 01:05 AM
New Zealand'Pretty unusual': Expert says China has outed itself over spyingAnne-Marie Brady says the Chinese Embassy's statement effectively 'dobbed itself in'.17 Sep 09:23 PM
New ZealandChina warns citizens to 'remain vigilant' as it blasts NZ over treatment of travellerOfficials were accused of engaging in 'harassment and interrogation without cause'. 17 Sep 03:47 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNew CAA boss vows to drive change at regulator under pressureHe rejected an 'attitude adjustment' jibe but said he's sincere about changing the CAA.15 Sep 11:33 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAviation Action Plan released: Changes for Ōhakea, regional airlines, aim to speed up new drone rulesDrones, Ōhakea, a pilot shortage and regional airlines all get attention in the new plan.15 Sep 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesNew Civil Aviation Authority boss to address aviation industry after tensionsNew chief gets to meet leaders of multibillion-dollar sector after tensions, slow rebound.15 Sep 02:09 AM
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
