Air New Zealand has signed a letter of intent to purchase eight Boeing 787-10s – with options for up to 12 more aircraft – to replace its 777-200ER fleet.
Air New Zealand’s gas turbines business has won its third contract in three years to service the US Navy General Electric LM2500 power turbines.
Australia has chosen Air New Zealand as its most reputable company for the third consecutive year, the Australian Corporate Reputation Index shows.
Air New Zealand says eight Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 TEN engines for its 13 Boeing 787-9s will be inspected sooner than anticipated due to durability issues.
Air New Zealand says it has successfully ordered spare part from Singapore, had it made via 3D printing in Los Angeles and then installed on a Boeing 777-300ER.
Air New Zealand says it will defer aircraft deliveries, slow capacity growth and undertake a cost-cutting exercise in response to softer market conditions.
