Air New Zealand is trialling seasonal flights between Christchurch, Queenstown and Mount Cook using ATR72 aircraft. Becoming the 28th domestic destination, Air New Zealand said the addition of Mount Cook was designed to connect key tourism destinations in the south island and will operate as a trial until January 27. The 40-minute flight will operate
The New Zealand government will soon issue tenders for replacements for the RNZAF’s CT-4E and King Air training aircraft. The RNZAF’s 13 CT-4Es used for basic training are scheduled to reach their service life by the end of 2018, which coincides with the conclusion of a five-year lease package from Hawker Pacific for four King
Air New Zealand has unveiled a Boeing 777-300ER featuring a promotional livery for the forthcoming The Hobbit movie trilogy. Tbe aircraft, which depicts characters from the soon to be released The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, also features elements of the airline’s new livery, including the white koru on black tail, and Air New Zealand titles featuring
Air New Zealand is heightening anticipation for its soon-to-emerge 777-300ER sporting a graphic promoting the new Hobbit trilogy of movies. In a statement issued today, the airline said: “Tight security and total secrecy surround an Air New Zealand Boeing 777-300ER aircraft sequestered in a closed hangar at Air New Zealand’s Auckland technical operations base this
Air New Zealand will operate a second season of nonstop services from the Sunshine Coast to Auckland. Twice-weekly services will operate between June 18 and October 13 2013 and follows the success of inaugural seasonal direct flights this year. This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation members. Login Become a Member To continue reading
Air New Zealand has become the first international airline to offer self-service check in kiosks at Sydney Airport. Fifteen of the kiosks have been commissioned allowing passengers to scan their passport and be issued a boarding pass. Passengers with luggage will then proceed to a bag drop desk. This content is available exclusively to Australian