Cathay Pacific is planning direct flights between Christchurch and Hong Kong.

The future of Wellington International Airport's proposed runway extension is unclear.

The Airbus contender to replace the RNZAF's Hercules is making its 100-tonne presence felt in New Zealand this weekend.

The Airbus pitch to sell its massive heavy lift aircraft to New Zealand comes at an awkward time as the plane maker's programme hits financial snags.

New Zealand shares rose yesterday, led by Air New Zealand and Spark New Zealand,

Air New Zealand faces a steep drop in full year profit but says tailwinds including strong tourism and flattening competition will help the company.

Qantas Airways reported a slide in first-half profit but its Jetstar Group did better.

Air NZ's profit has taken a 24 per cent knock, what's driving the fall and what does it mean for ticket prices?

Air NZ posted a 24 per cent fall in first-half profit in the face of increasing competition.

Cathay Pacific has teamed up with Hong Kong Beer Co to brew a beer that is not affected by high altitude flying.

An analyst believes Cathay Pacific will announce services between Hong Kong and Christchurch.

Sichuan Airlines has announced three times a week services to Auckland, the latest Chinese carrier to come to this country.

Airbus is making a play to replace NZ's ageing Hercules by showing off its big military airlifter this week in a bid to woo the public and Defence chiefs.

A global travel industry leader says air fares may have reached low point and flattening capacity and rising oil prices will see them stabilise.

Rolls-Royce has reported a record annual loss of £4.6 billion (NZ$8b) .

Aeroflot is the most powerful airline brand in the world, underpinned by its dominance in its home market, refreshed fleet and new approach to marketing.

The Concorde never realised its full potential. Commercial supersonic flights no longer exist today, and not because we have moved on to faster or better technology.

Air NZ digital head Avi Golan is working to take the pain out of travel with experience from Silicon Valley.

Trade minister Todd McClay is encouraging Air NZ and Qatar to patch up differences over a cancelled commercial deal.

A protein may be the key to unlocking a regular, healthy circadian rhythm no matter where (or when) in the world you are.

Qatar Airways' marathon flight from Doha to Auckland has touched down and the airline says it is committed to the route.

Qatar Airways' longest flight in the world has landed 15 minutes early at Auckland Airport after leaving Doha just over 16 hours ago.

The proliferation of iPhones, iPads and Android devices, in tandem with inflight Wi-Fi, is leading to a shift in In-Flight entertainment.

China registered a record 6.15 million overseas trips during the Lunar New Year holiday.

Spirit Airlines is home of the 'Bare Fare' - which is now even stricter than ever.

Air New Zealand has made its first foray into artificial intelligence, unveiling a chatbot to help passengers with common questions.

Auckland Airport handled close to one million international passengers in December as tourism booms and concern about pressure on infrastructure grows.

Airline staff are swapping shifts to keep crew members safe from getting caught up in President Donald Trump's Muslim ban.

Hundreds of passengers have finally been able to depart Auckland Airport for Singapore - eight hours after a problem left plane sitting on the tarmac.

A trial for a 15-seat autonomous shuttle is about to start at Christchurch Airport.