Domestic travel is in high demand these holidays.
Emergency services were on standby as the plane landed two hours later than expected.
Emergency services were in attendence.
"We think it's the perfect time to add more competition and options for Kiwis."
The move is more to cater to inbound Japanese tourists than Kiwis heading away.
A passenger and a crew member were taken by ambulance to Lakes District Hospital.
Air NZ is working to put customers in Auckland and Bali on the next available flights.
The airline is making it easier to pursue a career in aviation.
The airline has committed to resuming operations to Nouméa after 28 September.
Getting there over summer just got a lot easier for Kiwis.
Passengers had to disembark the flight and the plane was returned to the gate for inspection to confirm it was safe to go.
"Not the best way to do it."
Aotearoa's airline dropped to the fourth spot.
The airline says it is responding to a "high-cost environment".
"Oh, look, those were part of previous employment arrangements."
"You can't plan for every eventuality," Air NZ responded.
Airlines are upping capacity and upgrading their service as the cabin class surges in popularity.
More flexible airfares are being offered as well.
The airline is blaming competition and cost of living pressures.
"This is just a very small step in what will be a more significant piece of work."
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