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Private-jet one-stop shop setting up in Auckland
The private-jet centre should enhance VIP travel, Swiss and Kiwi companies say.
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Airbus says global air traffic will double in 20 years, as aircraft backlog poses challenges for NZ
Despite Air NZ's nuances, worldwide focus is shifting to growth, airport leader says.
Airport chief urges smarter planning to link trade goals with air routes
No direct air links? No worries, Luxon suggests after eclectic trade partner group mooted.
Pakistan finds wreckage of missing cargo plane, search for crew continues
The cargo plane went off radar after rapidly descending.
‘Rapidly descending’: Boeing plane goes missing mid-flight
Five crew members were aboard the Boeing jet, which was en route from Sharjah to Karachi.
Watch: Jet boss warns of fatal crash risk unless Govt acts on CAA problems
PM Christopher Luxon said he has 'major challenges' with the Civil Aviation Authority.
Budget carrier EasyJet accepts US firm’s beefed-up takeover bid
Castlelake’s £6.90-a-share bid values EasyJet at more than £5 billion.
The humanitarian engineer driving Auckland Airport's transformation
A Kiwi who flew back home after years in disaster relief now runs the huge project.
Air NZ boss: We won’t add routes just to flex our muscle
Airline says new aircraft, engine fixes will help it power through to profit.
Air New Zealand says ‘reset’ will focus more on premium travellers
Air NZ outlines plan to rebuild profits after challenging year.
Aramco helicopter crash kills 14 in Saudi Arabia
The crash in Ras Tanura killed all 14 passengers, all Saudi citizens.
Auckland Airport domestic terminal evacuated after fire alarm
The alarm sounded about 2.20pm, prompting a full terminal evacuation.
Inside Brazil’s bid to soar above Boeing and Airbus limits
'We still have difficulties': Embraer chief on supply chain pressure.
11 die in skydiving accident in France as aircraft crashes ‘straight down’
Five nurses, five instructors and the pilot were killed.
'Serious failure': Qantas passenger lays complaint over diverted flight ordeal
Passengers were kept on the tarmac in Auckland for nearly four-and-a-half hours.
Watch: Air NZ jet aborts Wellington landing as gales batter capital
Passenger described hearing "a bang" before the plane climbed steeply.
'Prepare': Auckland Airport braces for early winter getaway surge today
Travellers are being urged to plan ahead and allow plenty of time to get through security.
'Would go a long way': Airlines back move for more airport transparency
An airport leader warns extra scrutiny may add red tape without real benefits.
Jetstar revives Christchurch-Sydney flights but axes two tourist routes
Auckland-Melbourne services will increase under the new schedule.
France detects first Ebola case outside Africa in current outbreak
The doctor flew from Kinshasa to Paris on an Air France commercial flight.
More flights, more trade: Auckland’s super-long air route steps up pace
Visitor arrivals from Argentina lifted 35% after the route began.
Airbus to inspect 16 A380s after cracks found on plane wings
Safety watchdog says the cracks could weaken structural integrity of the wing.
Warning to travellers as busiest day for international departures nears
Thousands of Kiwis are gearing up to flee the cold for warmer climates.
Party time or crunch time as Jetstar takes the fight to Air NZ?
Budget airlines overseas are struggling, but Jetstar is in a bullish mood.
Air NZ plane stuck in Christchurch leaves passengers waiting for bags overnight
Special equipment is needed to free the aircraft after its main wheels went on to grass.
One injured in helicopter crash near Dairy Flat
Police were called to the Dairy Flat crash about 3.45pm this afternoon.
Qantas reveals Project Sunrise cabins: Work, sleep and dining spaces for the ultra-long-haul
Qantas unveils an office in the sky with private dining as its ambitious project advances.
Missing fisherman found alive after week adrift at sea in 4m dinghy
An RNZAF P-8A Poseidon crew found the man adrift near the northern Cook Islands.
White House waves goodbye to Air Force One as aging jet is retired
The Boeing 747-200B is being swapped out for a newer version of the presidential plane.
Jet fuel plunges after Iran war breakthrough, but are cheaper airfares coming?
'Wild ride' for jet fuel may be ending, as watchdog warns companies against surcharges.