Whakatāne Mayor backs Air New Zealand’s call for state subsidies on regional flights
Until a recent Government loan scheme, Air Chathams flights to and from Auckland were at risk as well.…
Air New Zealand flight from Christchurch makes emergency landing in Sydney
Another passenger said they sat on the plane for an hour after touchdown, finally disembarking the aircraft when…
Five Big Things That Happened Today: Wednesday, October 22
State of emergency declared for Canterbury, memoir by Prince Andrew’s accuser released, and are magnesium supplements just marketing…
Air New Zealand blames subdued economy for expected first half loss of $30m-$55m
In August, Air NZ said its earnings before taxation for the first half of the 2026 financial year…
Airlines say food waste is excessive, want to cut use of plastic; Air NZ and EVA Air first carriers to get new sustainable rating
But Walsh today was also asked about food waste and use of plastics. He said in some jurisdictions,…
Nelson air traffic control tower opens late: Auckland-bound flight delayed
“In line with standard procedure, contingency measures were activated and pilots were notified.” One passenger on the flight…
Air NZ’s first electric aircraft takes off from Tauranga ahead of inter-island summer trips
The airline said the aircraft was blessed at a sunrise ceremony and expected to fly to Hamilton Airport…
Is there a California rocket launch today? Where to see SpaceX mission
SpaceX may be in the news right now for its latest Starship test from Texas, but the company…
Air New Zealand flight to Taupō forced to turn back for engineering inspections
Air New Zealand chief operating officer Alex Marren told the Herald that NZ5095 returned to Auckland this evening…
Air New Zealand and Air Chathams team up with new interlining deal to offer single ticketing service
Guests included Whakatāne’s mayor-elect Nándor Tánczos, mana whenua and airline representatives. “It’s a new chapter for domestic aviation,”…
Military helicopter evacuated after engine fire reported at Ohakea air base
The aircraft landed at Ohakea at 10.28am and the crew evacuated. “There was no external evidence of fire,…
Passenger describes ‘deafening bang’ as Air New Zealand plane hit by lightning
Sio said the plane was “shaking violently”, leaving the pair bouncing up and down and feeling frightened. Just…