CAA
Do babies need their own seat on a plane?
In an era where we wouldn't dream of letting an infant travel in a car without putting them in a carseat or capsule, why do we do it on planes? It's a question being raised by the Association of… Audio
Droning on about flying pizza - again
This week the prospect of pizza by drone from store-to-door hit the headlines again - seven years years after a similar PR fly-by prompted stories insisting this was just around the corner for needy… Audio
CAA oversimplifying drone rules - aviation experts
An aviation expert says the Civil Aviation Authority has been oversimplifying the rules around drone safely in its advertising - and it's fuelling a public backlash against drone operators. Dr Isaac… Audio
Turbulence at the Civil Aviation Authority
The resignation of Civil Aviation Authority chair Nigel Gould has come amid claims of a toxic workplace, where bullying and sexual harassment had been tolerated. Earlier this month the CAA was accused… Audio
Twyford asked 'I step aside' - Civil Aviation Authority chair quits
The chair of the Civil Aviation Authority Nigel Gould has stepped down.
Transport Minister Phil Twyford says he told Mr Gould the CAA was going through some big changes and it would be best to have… Video, Audio
CAA ‘toxic, inhospitable and crumbling’ - former employees
Operators and former employees say the Civil Aviation Authority is imploding amid reports of high staff turnover and a toxic workplace. When it comes to speaking out, many operators and former… Audio
Major failings contributed to Fox Glacier crash
Transport Investigators have found the pilot of a doomed helicopter flight which crashed in bad weather on Fox Glacier wasn't trained or experienced enough for scenic operations. Audio
Aviation watchdog 'completely rotten'
The father of a woman killed in a helicopter crash at Fox Glacier has slammed the country's aviation watchdog as completely rotten. Audio
CAA considers new rules for recreational drones
Drones are being so heavily used in tourist hotspots like Queenstown and Tekapo that the Civil Aviation Authority is looking at tougher rules for recreational drone operators. Audio
Ardern 'deeply disappointed' after Twyford's call on plane
The Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says it was only yesterday that Transport Minister Phil Twyford realised he'd made a big mistake by making a phone call on board a plane. Mr Twyford offered to resign… Audio
Drone disrupts flights in Auckland
A drone around Auckland airport has caused disruptions to seven flights. Police are searching the area for the drone operator. Audio
Pilots welcome new safety app that tests their knowledge
A new app is being launched, aimed at upskilling pilots by allowing them to test their knowledge of the plane they will be flying, before they take off. It's the brainchild of the Civil Aviation… Audio
Surprisingly little interest in Gate-gate
Gerry Brownlee made headlines and even offered to quit after bypassing airport security back in 2014, but the release of previously-withheld information contradicting his version of events didn’t… Video, Audio
Hopes pilot petition will lead CAA to exercise common sense
The man behind an online petition supporting a helicopter pilot who's facing charges for helping save the life of an injured hunter, hopes it will lead to the Civil Aviation Authroity dropping the… Audio
Want to fly a model plane? You may need a permit
If you're in the market for a remote controlled toy, beware - it might now be illegal to fly it in your local park. Audio
Transport Minister vowing to push mandatory drug testing.
The Transport Minister is promising to act on a coroner's recommendation for mandatory, random drug testing in the ballooning industry. Audio
Coroner criticises oversight of small aerodromes
The government is moving to regulate small airfields in the wake of a fatal air accident over Paraparaumu airport in 2008. Audio
Civil Aviation Authority beefing up rules for drones
The Civil Aviation Authority is beefing up rules for drone use, but it says it still can't protect your privacy. Audio
New rules to cut drone hazards
People flying their unmanned drones in towns and cities face tighter restrictions as the Civil Aviation Authority tries to cut down on hazards. Audio