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Air NZ to connect Christchurch and Adelaide
Air New Zealand has announced that from later this year, they will begin flights from Christchurch to Adelaide using their A320NEOs.
Domestic jet services to return to Hamilton after 25 years
Today, Air New Zealand announced they will begin flying their Airbus A320s between Hamilton and Christchurch from September 18th this year.
Qantas boosts flights to NZ; overtaking Air NZ in number of trans-tasman flights
Qantas has announced a significant boost its flights to and from Australia and New Zealand during the upcoming summer travel period. It will see an increase in capacity of up to 20 percent over December and January.
Damaged Air New Zealand 777 returns to Auckland at low altitude
On May 22nd, an Air New Zealand Boeing 777-300er was damaged after it collided with an airbridge while pushing back at Brisbane Airport.
First ex-RNZAF C-130H set to depart for new owner, Coulson
In early April this year, the RNZAF confirmed they had sold its four remaining C-130H’s. In late May, the first of the aircraft departed New Zealand’s shores for the final time.
Qantas will soon operate flights between Adelaide and Auckland
Qantas has announced plans to offer a new non-stop service between Auckland and Adelaide. The airline will fly the route four times per week using a Boeing 737-800, commencing October 31, 2025.
Origin Air to pull out of Wellington to Taupo route after just three months
Originair has cancelled its Taupō to Wellington service, leaving the central North Island city without any direct flights to the capital. The Nelson-based airline only recently started flying the route in February after Sounds Air had to axe the service do to financial pressure.
Qantas to restart Perth to Auckland flights
From later this year, Qantas will begin flying between Perth and Auckland, in direct competition with Air New Zealand. Qantas has also added new flights from Perth to Johannesburg, South Africa.
RNZAF confirms Boeing 757 replacement
The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) confirmed in the near future, that they will purchase either two Airbus A321 NEOs or two Boeing 737 MAX 8s to replace its aging fleet of two Boeing 757s.
Will New Zealand soon get direct flights from India?
Air New Zealand and Air India are looking to introduce direct flights between India and New Zealand by the end of 2028. The two airlines also began a codeshare partnership allowing passengers to fly between the two airlines with ease.
ZK-DAK, second NZ DC-3 sold overseas to Australia
DC-3, registered as ZK-DAK has now been sold across the ditch to Darwin, Australia. The aircraft will soon head to join ZK-AWP, which has also been sold recently.
Air Force Museum to open up C-130H for the public
From the 11th till the 14th of April, you might will be able to get up close and personal with the Air Force Museum of New Zealand’s recently delivered C-130H before it enters storage.
Vietjet announces direct flights connecting Vietnam and New Zealand
Today, Vietjet announced that from September 2025, they will commence non-stop flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Auckland. The route will be operated using Vietjets fleet of 7 A330-300s.
Air NZ charter flight to Las Vegas takes off carrying Warriors fans
Last night, an Air New Zealand charter flight took off from Auckland heading to Las Vegas carrying Warriors fans. The special flight for NRL fans sold out in just 17 minutes after tickets were put up for sale.
RNZAF to land a C-130H Hercules at retired Air Force base Wigram
At the end of January, the RNZAF retired their fleet of five C-130H Hercules. Rumours of one Hercules landing at the Air Force Museum of New Zealand were confirmed today via a Facebook post and letters sent to local residents.
KFC launches ‘Zing Air’ using a private jet
On Tuesday, KFC announced that they are launching a private jet airline named Zing Air to fly rugby fans from around New Zealand straight from their hometown to a rugby match.
Air Chathams’ DC3 ZK-AWP sold to Darwin, Australia
Recently, Air Chathams has confirmed the sale of its iconic Douglas DC-3, ZK-AWP. The aircraft has now led the country to head to it’s new owners in Darwin.
Origin Air replaces Sounds Air on flights to Westport and Taupo
Amid rising costs, Sounds Air dropped flights between Wellington and Westport as well as Wellington and Taupo. Managing director Andrew Crawford said while demand for flights was strong, costs to operate the flight were too high.
Air Chathams to drop NZ’s only direct link to Norfolk Island
Yesterday, January 21st, Air Chathams announced that from April this year they will no longer fly between Auckland and Norfolk Island.
Starlink inflight wifi becomes available for ATR aircraft
ATR Aircraft confirmed on Tuesday that they have gained certification to implement Starlink inflight wifi onboard ATR turboprop aircraft. The upgrade will be available as a retrofit on all ATR 72s.