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Hantavirus ship passenger: ‘They didn’t take it seriously enough’
Passengers mingled unmasked at buffets while the elderly widow was consoled.
CAA secret recordings: Staff complaints spark internal investigation
The CAA told the Herald the behaviour is being 'taken seriously and addressed'.
Security breach disrupts Auckland Airport international terminal, causing delays
One traveller told the Herald they were stuck at security for hours.
Reprieve as last-minute funding saves Westport–Wellington flights - for now
Flights will resume on May 18 under a one-month support deal.
Spirit Airlines shutdown: The end of ultra-low-cost carriers everywhere?
Cut-price in a sometimes cut-throat industry: how can they survive?
Man refused alcohol on flight from Auckland accused of touching passengers, endangering safety
The 58-year-old allegedly brought his own alcohol onboard to drink.
From fireball to courtroom: Judge backs avionics firm over Cessna blaze
Engineer James Ferguson ran from the hangar with his overalls on fire.
US airline shuts down, cancelling all flights
The spike in fuel prices was too heavy a blow for the struggling carrier.
Jetstar customer 'disgusted' after vile expletives appear next to her name in email
The surprise slur was included in a change of booking confirmation.
Auckland Airport digs in: Quarry near Ihumātao bought, housing ruled out for six pieces of land
Job creation, national benefit cited in deal for airport to buy land near Ihumātao.
Venezuela opens arms to world with Miami-Caracas flight
Venezuela now runs 151 weekly international flights, up from 105 in November.
Loose drone rules would cause farmer drama and danger, aviation group says
Wild West approach would put high-value businesses at risk from rogue drones, group says.
Transtasman collaboration on fertiliser, fuel pressures
Australia has locked in 250,000 tonnes of urea and moved early to underwrite fuel imports.
Editorial: Govt needs to consider more support for regional airlines
OPINION: Waiving joint-venture airport fees could give short-term relief to airlines.
Plane crashes into hangar while trying to land in South Australia
The accident sparked a massive fire and forced the evacuation of the area.
Cost of Govt diesel deal to stay secret until it’s paid
But Nicola Willis says the Budget was tweaked to pay for the extra fuel.
'Rejig of the Budget': Public will find out cost of Z Energy deal once it's been paid
Nicola Willis says it'll be funded out of the Govt's budgeted operation allowance.
Airport security, pilot training, AirPods, drones and rockets eyed in rules shake-up
Aviation industry groups say the Government's plans will remove 'perverse' regulations.
Hydraulic issue forces Air NZ Auckland-Gisborne flight to turn back
Emergency services were on standby, but the aircraft landed safely.
RNZAF completes medical evacuation from Antarctica
A C-130J Hercules flew the patient from Phoenix Airfield to Christchurch.
Flights into Auckland back to normal after earlier disruption
An issue was found with an Air NZ flight from Auckland to Hong Kong before take-off.
Fiji Airways boss bullish as more Kiwis say ‘bula’ and dodge Middle East chaos
'We are the happiest airline in the world': How Fiji Airways boss handles a chaotic world.
$22m loan package announced for struggling regional airlines
Airlines already under pressure before Iran war have taken hits from soaring fuel prices.
Delays at Auckland Airport as Jetstar halts check-ins over tech problem
Auckland Airport says no other domestic flights are affected by the issue.
Cleared for take‑off? Air NZ eyes Kerikeri for aviation engineering school
The feasibility study will assess demand, facilities and job pathways.
Too young to drive, but this 8-year-old can already fly a plane
'I want to be like Top Gun Maverick,' the American youngster says.
Air force aviator dies at Ōhakea air base swimming pool
The incident happened just after 6.30am.
Air NZ boss wary of increasing fares but confident in jet fuel supply amid crisis
International fares have risen by up to 25% in one year, with domestic fares up about 10%.
Fuel costs bite as Barrier Air fights to keep Northland routes flying
Barrier Air says its monthly fuel bill has jumped from $250k to nearly $500k.