American Airlines brings new Dreamliner for summer Auckland-Texas route
The airline last year announced expansion of the Flagship Suite to four cities – Auckland, Brisbane, Buenos Aires…
Qantas CEO Cam Wallace on Air NZ rivalry, Government funding, fleet renewal, Samoa’s potential
“They’ve got competitors internationally. We’re just another one,” said Cam Wallace, chief executive of Qantas International & Freight.…
Air New Zealand expects grounded A320 fleet back in service by this evening
“Customers travelling today should continue to check the Air NZ app or website for the latest information on…
Air New Zealand passengers on Rarotonga flight face 8-hour return after bad weather thwarts landing
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Emirates orders dozens more Boeing 777X aircraft despite delays
“But I assure that each and every aircraft on order has been carefully factored into Emirates’ growth plans.”…
German Air Force joins NZ Defence in major exercise
Once airborne and cruising, the reason for the offering became obvious. “I was shocked,” said Craig. “Looking out…
Book shares story of New Zealand’s only active World War II Mustang aircraft
“These aircraft effectively now belong to New Zealand, that’s the way we look at it. We have no…
Air New Zealand’s electric Beta Alia CX300 aircraft starts intensive trial runs today in Hamilton
Air NZ pilots Andrew Mercer and James Owen will work with Beta’s flight operations and engineering team. They…
Air New Zealand tightens pet policy, restricting large dog travel on regional routes
From November 11, new crate size and weight limits will apply to pets travelling on the smaller ATRs…
Donald Trump sending US aircraft carrier to Latin America as war fears rise
‘Hunt you down’ The carrier announcement came after Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said an overnight strike on a…
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…
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…