Older Qantas planes blamed for runner-up safety rating Australia's largest airline has placed second on a list of the world's safest carriers, pipped by a trans-Tasman rival due to its ageing fleet. AAP · Jan 13, 2025
Air New Zealand exploring return of long-haul flights to London after Gatwick deal The airline has reportedly secured daily slots at Gatwick for summer 2025 The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2024
Disruptive passenger forces Air New Zealand flight bound for Auckland to divert to Melbourne The flight continued to Auckland after 90-minute delay, Air New Zealand says The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2024
Flights cancelled after volcano erupts in New Zealand Authorities said the minor eruptions blowing ash into the sky could continue for weeks to months The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2024
Air New Zealand won’t be the last company to miss its climate goals – here’s why Air New Zealand’s recent decision to abandon its short-term climate target raises the question of how many other businesses might follow. The Conversation · Aug 13, 2024
Air New Zealand is first major airline to scrap 2030 emissions target Firm says it is now re-adjusting to a realistic end date and blames difficulties in procuring new planes and sustainable jet fuel The Guardian - UK · Jul 30, 2024
Air New Zealand scraps its 2030 carbon emissions target, saying solutions are costly and scarce Air New Zealand has scrapped its 2030 carbon emissions reduction targets, citing lags in producing new planes, a lack of alternative fuel and “challenging” regulatory and policy settings The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2024
Air New Zealand Scraps 2030 Carbon Emissions Reduction Targets Air New Zealand's decision to abandon 2030 carbon reduction targets highlights challenges in aviation emissions reduction and the industry's commitment to ... Top News · Jul 30, 2024
Air New Zealand scraps 2030 carbon emissions target Flag carrier says it is unable to achieve target due to lack of newer fuel-efficient aircraft and alternative jet fuels. Al Jazeera · Jul 30, 2024
NZ PM Luxon heads home after blunder-ful Japan trip New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon has labelled some Kiwi business leaders as the "C-List" in a gaffe revealing his fondness for the political fight. AAP · Jun 20, 2024
Passenger scalded by hot coffee after severe turbulence hits Air New Zealand flight Passenger wearing seatbelt suffers burn injuries during turbulence The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2024
NZDF plane fails again, strands delegation in PNG Dozens of senior New Zealand business leaders were stuck in Papua New Guinea overnight after a plane failure hit the mission led by Prime Minister Chris Luxon. AAP · Jun 17, 2024
Air New Zealand's chief sustainability officer: Sustainable aviation fuel policies are taking off Air New Zealand is buying sustainable aviation fuel in Singapore—but the uplift will be from the U.S. Fortune · Jun 5, 2024
With flyers more distracted than ever, United rolls out a rebooted safety video United Airlines is releasing a new safety video for the first time in years. The refresh comes as airlines struggle to hold the attention of passengers who are distracted by screens of their own. WEKU · May 16, 2024
AAP · Apr 22, 2024 High airfares weigh on Kiwis, Air New Zealand Domestic airfares in New Zealand have surged more than 50 per cent over the past two years, with a fresh hike from Air New Zealand on the way.
Bored Panda · Mar 18, 2024 Two Women Left “Traumatized” After Being Kicked Off Flight Amid Claims Of Size Discrimination “I just couldn’t believe what was happening to me.” The post Two Women Left “Traumatized” After Being Kicked Off Flight Amid Claims Of Size Discrimination first appeared on Bored Panda.
Top News · Mar 12, 2024 Air New Zealand Pauses Auckland To Chicago Non-Stop Service Air New Zealand temporarily suspends Auckland to Chicago non-stop flights due to COVID-19 impact, prioritizing customer support and long-term sustainability.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 5, 2024 New Zealand PM grounded again as defence force fleet flies into trouble Defence force aircraft draws fresh criticism as Christopher Luxon joins Ardern and Key in list of leaders held up by ageing planes
Top News · Feb 21, 2024 New Zealand Inquiry On Airport Fees Awaits Watchdog Review Commerce Commission's review of airport fees impacts Air New Zealand and aviation sector in New Zealand.
AAP · Feb 16, 2024 Prime Manager Luxon shows corporate style in NZ top job Prime Minister Chris Luxon's managerial persona - including plans, KPIs and corporate-babble - is setting the tone for his New Zealand government.
Wallpaper · Jan 6, 2024 24 transportation design innovations for 2024 From electric cars to new airports and sports boats, here’s a non-exhaustive list of 24 of the most interesting transportation design innovations to expect in the coming year
AAP · Dec 20, 2023 Hydrogen-electric plane to take to Aussie skies in 2024 A Brisbane company has revealed plans to retrofit and fly a hydrogen-powered light aircraft, in a development that could reduce pollution from air travel.
AAP · Dec 17, 2023 NZ PM Luxon caught out on Maori language lessons Taxpayers have paid for New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon's Maori language classes despite his criticism of public servants receiving bonuses for its use.
The Conversation · Dec 12, 2023 The NZ aviation industry is making bold climate claims – and risking anti-greenwashing litigation On the same day last week that Air New Zealand announced the purchase of its first fully electric aircraft, Christchurch Airport announced it had reached “a new standard for decarbonisation”. On the face of it, great news for reducing aviation emissions in Aotearoa.
AAP · Dec 5, 2023 Air New Zealand to go electric with cargo plane A battery-powered plane will join the Air New Zealand fleet within two years as part of a plan to tackle the "wicked" challenge of cutting air travel emissions.