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Dec23Aircraft like no other for Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand’s first Boeing 777-300ER aircraft has been delivered in Seattle, USA and will touch down in Auckland on Christmas Eve morning, bringing the Kiwi designed economy Skycouch to New Zealand for the first time.
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Dec21Air New Zealand extends direct Sydney - Rarotonga services
Air New Zealand and the Cook Islands government are pleased to announce that a weekly direct service will operate between Sydney and the Cook Islands from July.
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Dec21Virgin alliance to go ahead
Air New Zealand welcomes today’s decision by the New Zealand Minister of Transport to approve the trans Tasman alliance between Air New Zealand and Virgin Blue.
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Dec7Launch of Air New Zealand “Kids at Christmas Charity Auction”
Air New Zealand's "Kids at Christmas charity auction” kicks off this week, aiming to raise more than $400,000 for children's charities.
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Nov26Important Airfare and Flight Information to and from Greymouth
In recognition of family and friends wishing to attend the memorial service taking place in Greymouth on Thursday, Air New Zealand has released special single-price airfares for travel to and from Greymouth (Hokitika airport).
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Nov12Risqué Rico will ensure all eyes are on new aircraft safety video
Air New Zealand's cheeky puppet mascot, Rico, has a starring role in the latest version of the airline's on-board safety video created for the arrival next month of the first of five new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
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Nov10Avianca-TACA and Copa Airlines to join Star Alliance
MIAMI, FLORIDA, USA - November 10th, 2010 - Star Alliance, the way the Earth connects, will be expanding its presence in Latin America following the unanimous approval by its Chief Executive Board (CEB), to accept both Avianca-TACA and Copa Airlines as future member airlines.
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Nov10What makes New Zealanders think “I wish I hadn’t…”
We've all done things we wish we hadn't - now there's an easy way to put things right.
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Nov5Air New Zealand Reviews Direct Wellington Service
Air New Zealand is responding to low demand for its direct service between Whakatane and Wellington by reviewing its schedule for winter 2011.
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Nov4Star Alliance offers multiple fare products online
Book and Purchase Star Alliance Circle Fares via the Web.
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Oct30Air New Zealand Welcomes AirAsia X Services To Christchurch
Air New Zealand today welcomed the arrival of AirAsia X services between Kuala Lumpur and Christchurch.
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Oct20Joint Venture Agreement Ends
The Kingdom of Tonga has given notice that it wishes to terminate the joint venture agreement supporting the weekly Air New Zealand service connecting Nukualofa and Apia with Los Angeles. The service will be suspended at the end of January 2011.
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Sep30Incident at Blenheim Airport
Air New Zealand confirms this afternoon that a Q300, operated by subsidiary Air Nelson, experienced a nose wheel failure after landing at Blenheim at 5:05pm.
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Sep30Ballot drawn for Remembrance flight to Antarctica
Eighty family members of loved ones lost in the Erebus tragedy will travel to Antarctica on a remembrance flight this summer after being drawn in an independently run ballot.
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Sep29Ethiopian Airlines accepted as future Star Alliance member carrier
Star Alliance, the way the Earth connects, today announced that the Chief Executive Board (CEB) has unanimously approved the application of Ethiopian Airlines to join Star Alliance.
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Sep22New rugby aircraft livery will be all black
Air New Zealand today revealed the new livery design for the first aircraft in its new domestic jet fleet.
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Sep10Air New Zealand response to draft decision by ACCC on proposed trans-Tasman alliance
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) today issued a draft decision denying authorisation for Virgin Blue and Air New Zealand's application to operate an alliance on Trans-Tasman services.
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Sep7Air New Zealand reduces lead-in Tasman and Pacific Island fares by up to 29%
Air New Zealand has today introduced four new inflight product options for customers on flights between New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Islands, while also slashing the cost of lead-in economy fares.
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Sep413:36Air New Zealand flights to and from Christchurch Airport - Update 4
Christchurch International Airport Limited (CIAL) has announced the airport reopened at 1.30pm today.
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Sep413:00Air New Zealand flights to and from Christchurch Airport - Update 3
Christchurch International Airport Limited (CIAL) has advised the airport will remain closed until at least 3pm.
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Sep411:00Air New Zealand flights to and from Christchurch Airport - Update 2
Christchurch International Airport Limited (CIAL) has advised the airport will remain closed until at least 1pm.
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Sep4Air New Zealand flights to and from Christchurch Airport
Following the earthquake in Christchurch early this morning, Christchurch Airport has been closed and all Air New Zealand flights to and from the airport are cancelled until midday today, Saturday 4 September.
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Aug31Air New Zealand further boosts regional capacity
Air New Zealand is continuing to add significant capacity into its domestic operations, with more than 9,500 additional seats per week available across its regional network and main jet routes.
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Aug26Air New Zealand profits despite turbulent times
Air New Zealand has today reaffirmed itself as one of the world's top performing airlines, announcing normalised earnings* before taxation of $137 million for the 12 months ended 30 June 2010.
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Aug20Air New Zealand and Fly Buys announce new partnership
Air New Zealand and Fly Buys today announced a new partnership creating an exciting range of benefits for members of both the Air New Zealand Airpoints™ programme and Fly Buys loyalty programme, totalling more than half of New Zealand's population.
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Aug19Formal Call for Independent Ballot - Antarctica Remembrance Flight
Air New Zealand is now calling for formal expressions of interest from families who lost loved ones in the Erebus tragedy to be included in an independently run ballot for this summer’s remembrance flight to Antarctica.
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Aug18Demand triples for Japanese charter flights this summer
Air New Zealand has more than tripled the number of charter flights it will be operating from Japan to New Zealand this summer in response to a resurgence in demand from this high spending tourism market.
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Aug17Air New Zealand increases New Plymouth flights
Air New Zealand is increasing the number of flights between New Plymouth and Auckland from October.
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Aug17Air New Zealand increases Palmerston North flights
Air New Zealand is increasing the number of flights between Palmerston North and Auckland during the evening peak travel time.
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Aug16Air New Zealand to carry disrupted Pacific Blue passengers
Air New Zealand will carry thousands of passengers disrupted by Pacific Blue's withdrawal of domestic services.
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Jul26Massive 30% discount for frequent
regional flyersAir New Zealand has further boosted its commitment to regional New Zealand, by offering the opportunity for frequent flyers to slash the cost of their travel.
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Jul23Airline Consortium Proposed To Take Cornerstone Holding In Queenstown Airport
Travellers to and from Queenstown could be spared big hikes in airfares if the local airport broadened its shareholder base.
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Jul16Air New Zealand response to media speculation
Commenting on media speculation, Air New Zealand advises it has not purchased any shares in Virgin Blue.
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Jul13Air New Zealand increases flights into Wanaka
Air New Zealand today announced that it will be increasing the number of flights into and out of Wanaka.
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Jun30Aegean Airlines joins Star Alliance Network
At a ceremony held in Athens today, 30 June 2010, Aegean Airlines was accepted into the Star Alliance network as the 28th member.
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Jun4Air New Zealand adds 180,000 more seats to domestic jet route capacity
Air New Zealand intends to increase domestic jet capacity by a further 4.2% from September, taking the total number of services on its main trunk routes to more than 750 per week.
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Jun1Introduction of new check-in kiosks saves time for passengers flying to Australia
Air New Zealand has today unveiled a new kiosk check-in experience for passengers flying to Australia, aimed to halve the time it takes to check-in.
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May26Air New Zealand to offer mobile text and email services inflight
Air New Zealand will be enabling its new Boeing 777-300 aircraft with mobile phone and data capability, with the first aircraft due for delivery in November this year.
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May25Air New Zealand Starts Adding Back Capacity
Air New Zealand will be increasing its international and domestic capacity by 4.9% and 3.8% respectively for its upcoming Northern Winter 2010 schedule.
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May21Air New Zealand Picks Up Two Further Awards
Air New Zealand has picked up more global industry accolades overnight, taking out two Skytrax Awards for the Best Airline Australia/Pacific and the Staff Service Excellence Award for the Australia/Pacific region.
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May20Air New Zealand Wins Another Top Airline Award
Air New Zealand has been named Best Airline at this year’s 2010 Which? Awards - the UK’s top consumer magazine with awards independently voted by readers.
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May1809:30UK Flight Disruptions - Update 3 - May
Air New Zealand flights to and from the UK will now operate as scheduled.
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May17UK Flight Disruptions - Update 2 - May
As a result of further volcanic activity in Iceland, authorities have advised that there are no-fly zones in place until 1pm Monday time however this does not include London Heathrow and Gatwick which are clear of the no-fly zone and operating with restrictions.
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May1715:30UK Flight Disruptions - Update 1 - May
As a result of further volcanic activity in Iceland, authorities have advised London Heathrow is currently closed for air travel until at least 11am Monday 17 May (UK time) / 10pm Monday 17 May (NZ time).
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May13TAM Airlines joins Star Alliance
TAM Airlines, the leading Brazilian carrier, today joined the Star Alliance network, thereby putting the world’s longest serving airline alliance firmly back on the South American continent.
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May3Air New Zealand and Virgin Blue Airlines Group Announce Trans-Tasman Alliance Proposal
AUCKLAND and BRISBANE, 3 May, 2010 - Air New Zealand Ltd (NZSX: AIR) and Virgin Blue Airlines Group (ASX: VBA) have today announced their intention to seek regulatory approval to create an alliance on the trans-Tasman.
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Apr2315:00UK Flight Disruptions - Update 13
Air New Zealand is operating a further two additional services between Auckland and London over the next few days.
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Apr2209:30UK Flight Disruptions - Update 12
Air New Zealand services between Auckland and London are operating to schedule.
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Apr21Narrowbody Jet Maintenance Growth Expected for Air New Zealand Technical Operations in Christchurch
Air New Zealand Technical Operations today announced it will be focusing on Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 jet maintenance work at its Christchurch base and from November will no longer undertake turbo prop heavy maintenance.
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Apr2111:00UK Flight Disruptions - Update 11
Following advice from UK authorities on the opening of airspace in the UK, Air New Zealand provisionally plans to operate in the next 24 hours a total of seven services to and from London, which will begin to clear the backlog of passengers.
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Apr16UK Flight Disruptions - Update 3
With UK and some European airspace currently closed to all carriers as a result of recent volcanic activity, flights to and from these destinations are currently disrupted.
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Apr16UK Flight Disruptions - Update 2
With UK airspace currently closed to all carriers as a result of recent volcanic activity, the following Air New Zealand flights are affected:
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Apr16UK Flight Disruptions - Update 1
With all UK airspace currently closed to all carriers, the following Air New Zealand flights are affected:
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Apr9Air New Zealand - Continental Airlines Code Share an added Tourism Boost
Air New Zealand and Continental Airlines have today commenced a reciprocal code share agreement, making travel to New Zealand easier and more convenient for Americans from some of the most populous states in the USA.
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Mar19Altitude Aerospace Signs Up First Full VIP Aircraft Completion Contract
Altitude Aerospace Interiors Ltd has signed its first contract to fully fit out a Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) VIP aircraft interior.
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Mar18Air New Zealand to transform its Tasman and Pacific Island Services
Air New Zealand announced today a transformation of its trans-Tasman and Pacific Island services commencing later this year.
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Mar16Air New Zealand Increases Domestic Capacity
Air New Zealand will be significantly increasing domestic seat capacity due to growing demand and the expected impact of the Rugby World Cup from January next year.
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Feb26Air New Zealand earnings improve amid tough conditions
Air New Zealand today announced normalised earnings* before taxation of $96 million for the six month period ended 31 December 2009, an increase of $70 million on the same period last year.
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Feb19Star Alliance Appoints New Vice President Information Technology
Justin Erbacci has been appointed Vice President Information Technology at Star Alliance.
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Feb16Safe Air Plans To Cut Back Workforce
Air New Zealand engineering subsidiary Safe Air in Blenheim is planning to reduce its workforce by around 100 positions.
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Jan26Premium Economy Booming For Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand is predicting dramatic growth in premium travel, specifically Premium Economy, with its new fleet of Boeing 777-300 aircraft to have 39 per cent more seats in this class than on its 777-200 aircraft and 28 per cent more than on its 747-400 fleet.
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Jan26Lie-down in economy now a reality with Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand will transform international air travel later this year when it introduces revolutionary, Kiwi designed lie-flat economy and ground breaking premium economy seats, together with enhanced comforts for those wanting the ultimate in luxurious Business Premier travel.
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Jan26New Interiors and Service Provides Luxury Jet Feel
Luxurious chalk coloured leather premium seating, deep ink colours and mood lighting in all cabins of Air New Zealand's new Boeing 777-300ER cabins will provide an interiors look more akin to a private jet than a commercial jetliner.
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Jan14Air New Zealand named Airline Of The Year by Air Transport World Magazine
MEDIA RELEASE ISSUED BY AIR TRANSPORT WORLD
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Jan12Air New Zealand Gives Big Capacity Boost for Queenstown
Air New Zealand will increase trans-Tasman capacity between Australia and Queenstown by a further 30% this coming ski season, taking the total number of direct services to 13 per week.
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Jan8Top Kiwi Designer for Air New Zealand Uniform
Air New Zealand today announced it has engaged Trelise Cooper, one of New Zealand's leading fashion designers, to assist in the design of the next Air New Zealand uniform.
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