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‘You can’t be what you can’t see’: The female pilots flying the flag for women in aviation

It’s been over 50 years since Britain’s first female jet airline pilot, Yvonne Pope Sintes, took off from Leeds for Glasgow – so why are just 5.8 per cent of UK captains women in 2026?

The Independent UK

Airline adding bunk beds for economy travelers but bans snacks, smells and cuddling

Air New Zealand will soon add triple-tier bunk beds for economy travelers to have a chance to sleep on long-haul flights

The Independent UK

Air New Zealand introduces bunk beds for economy passengers

No snacks are allowed and naps are limited to four hours

The Independent UK

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This airline is launching bunk bed sleep pods you can book on ultra-long-haul flights

Available on select flights between Auckland and New York, the four-hour sessions are priced from €248.

Euronews

No double-bunking or snacks - but snoring is fine: Air New Zealand’s economy sleep pods set for launch

Passengers can book a four-hour session in the bunk beds from May for Auckland-New York flights but airline cautions against smuggling in children

The Guardian - AU

Air New Zealand reduces flights amid urgent warning over fuel shortages

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The Independent UK

United Airlines Launches 'Relax Row'—Economy Seats That Turn Into Couches For Long Flights

Discover United Airlines' new 'Relax Row' concept, transforming economy seats into couch-like spaces for added comfort on long-haul flights

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United Airlines becomes latest carrier to offer ‘lie flat’ beds in economy class

Air New Zealand’s ‘Skycouch’ concept has been taken up by several other airlines

The Independent UK

Flights alert: UK issues global travel disruption warning over Donald Trump’s Iran war

Airlines and passengers have been told about potential flight cancellations and delays over the Easter holidays

Evening Standard

Rate rises, helium shortages, EV sales spikes: how is the disruption in Iran’s strait of Hormuz affecting Australia?

The ‘largest supply disruption in history’ due to the US-Israeli war on Iran is affecting prices from plastic to jet fuel to fertiliser

The Guardian - AU

'A perfect storm': Airlines cut flights and increase airfares as jet fuel price spikes

Increased demand on flight routes that avoid Middle East and Gulf stopovers also means flyers are having to pay more.

Euronews

Revealed: The airlines with the cheapest extra legroom

Find out which airlines offer the most affordable extra legroom on their flights

Evening Standard

Qantas lifts international fares as war hits fuel costs

Qantas and Air NZ say the Iran war has caused a huge spike in the cost of jet fuel, while Virgin Australia's code-sharing flights to Doha have been cancelled.

AAP

The man who fixed Walmart’s grocery business is Kroger’s new CEO

Former Walmart U.S. chief Greg Foran is just the direct, no-nonsense CEO the supermarket chain urgently needs.

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Qantas and Air New Zealand Display Exceptional Safety in Emergency Landings

In recent years, both Qantas and Air New Zealand have faced scrutiny due to emergency landings, as highlighted in the original article. However, it's essential to recognize the commendable safety measures and expertise displayed by these airlines, ensuring passenger safety during unforeseen events.

Evening Standard

RyanAir and EasyJet among worst ranked airlines for having a comfortable sleep

Getting to sleep on a flight is hard - particularly on these airlines

The Conversation

NZ Post is the latest company to drop its climate targets – another sign business is struggling to decarbonise

NZ Post committed to cutting its emissions by 32% by 2030 (based on 2018 levels), but recently announced it would abandon its climate target.

Latin Times

Cat Travels World for 24 Hours After Being Forgotten in Plane's Cargo Hold

A New Zealand family's cat, Mittens, endured an unexpected 24-hour journey in a plane's cargo hold after being mistakenly left on board.

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The Independent UK

Bad news for US fliers as world’s safest airlines are revealed

Both Delta Airlines and United Airlines are at the bottom of the safest airlines list

The Independent UK

The safest airlines in the world for 2025

Air New Zealand, Qantas, Cathay Pacific and Emirates are among the highest-ranked operators

AAP

Older Qantas planes blamed for runner-up safety rating

Australia's largest airline has placed second on a list of the world's safest carriers, pipped by a trans-Tasman rival due to its ageing fleet.

The Independent UK

Air New Zealand exploring return of long-haul flights to London after Gatwick deal

The airline has reportedly secured daily slots at Gatwick for summer 2025

The Independent UK

Disruptive passenger forces Air New Zealand flight bound for Auckland to divert to Melbourne

The flight continued to Auckland after 90-minute delay, Air New Zealand says

The Independent UK

Flights cancelled after volcano erupts in New Zealand

Authorities said the minor eruptions blowing ash into the sky could continue for weeks to months

The Conversation

Air New Zealand won’t be the last company to miss its climate goals – here’s why

Air New Zealand’s recent decision to abandon its short-term climate target raises the question of how many other businesses might follow.

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