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Aircalin to charter an Airbus A319
In order to keep up with the busy summer rush, Aircalin is intensifying its flight schedule from November 15 this year. To keep up with this increase in flights, Aircalin will wet-lease a single Airbus A319 from Amelia International.
Pratt & Whitney engine problems affecting Air New Zealand
P & W manufacturing issues causing problems for Air New Zealand’s A320/1 NEO Aircraft.
Redevelopment Ahead at Wellington Airport
Recently Wellington Airport have announced exciting new projects to revitalise areas in the surrounding suburbs of Rongotai and Lyall Bay. Let's take a look at what they have planned.
Wings Over Wairarapa, what’ll be on display?
Wings over Wairarapa is a large airshow held at Masterton Aerodrome every two years. However, this years airshow was postponed from February to November. Here’s a quick look into what will be displaying at the airshow.
The busy North America - Auckland sector, Part one
Over the 2023-24 summer season, the North America - Auckland sector is shaping up to be quite busy. Lets take a deeper dive into the route.
Island aviation looking to convert their aircraft to hydrogen power
Britten-Norman and Island Aviation are taking a huge leap towards environmental sustainability with a groundbreaking, initiative design. Earlier in September the airline he airline shared a sneak peek of their Britten-Norman Islander aircraft converted to hydrogen power.
Bonza expands its route network to the Northern Territory
The Sunshine Coast-based airline has introduced new routes to the Northern Territory, offering flights to Darwin (from Sunshine and Gold Coast) and Alice Springs (from Melbourne).
Air Niugini chooses A220s to replace ageing Fokker fleet
Port Moresby based airline, Air Niugini has chosen the Airbus A220 to replace its old fleet of Fokker F100s and F70s.
Westpac rescue helicopter crashes near Mt Pirongia
Early tonight a westpac rescue helicopter was involved in an incident near Mount Pirongia.
NZ’s only flying Corsair returns to the skies after six years
Recently, on September 1st New Zealand’s only flying Corsair returned to the sky after over six years in storage at Hood Aerodrome in Masterton.
One person injured after helicopter crash in Far North
Earlier today, a Robinson helicopter tipped over during take-off, carrying two passengers. The aircraft sustained damage, and one person was transported to the hospital for treatment.
Qatar is on schedule to restart the worlds third longest flight.
From September 1st 2023, Qatar Airways will resume direct flights from Doha to Auckland.
U.S Marines V-22 Osprey crashes near Darwin
A search and rescue mission has been launched following the crash of a U.S. military MV-22B Osprey over the Tiwi Islands during a training exercise.
Batik Air is set to begin flying from KUL to AKL via PER
Could you imagine spending up to seven and a half hours on a 737? Now, with Batik Air Malaysia, you can.
QANTAS receives final 787
Exciting Milestone for Qantas as they have just received their final Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with VH-ZNN Registration.
The Air Force Museum is set to receive an ex-RNZAF Orion.
An ex-Royal New Zealand Air Force P-3 Orion NZ4203, is set to be donated to the Air Force Museum of New Zealand!
Fiji Airways receives new Airbus A350s
Fiji Airways is expanding to new horizons with their two brand-new A350-900 aircraft.
Malaysia Airlines flight turns around after bomb threat
On August 14th, Australian Police arrested a 45-year-old man travelling onboard the flight, but stated there was no threat.
Air New Zealand flight turns back after pressure issue
On Sunday morning, an Air New Zealand flight experienced a minor discrepancy in the cabin pressure at 8:35 AM.
RNZAF P-8 Poseidon fleet becomes operational
The fourth and final P-8A Poseidon aircraft has joined No. 5 Squadron’s fleet, just as the fleet finally becomes operational.