Air New Zealand is preparing to launch a charter flight with live orchestral performances, called 'SYNTHONY in the Sky,' from Auckland Airport to Christchurch Airport on May 15, 2026. The experience will feature SYNTHONY's music while passengers travel at cruising altitude.
Air New Zealand faces potential travel disruption as approximately 1,250 cabin crew members plan to strike on December 8, 2025, after negotiations with unions E tū and FAANZ failed to reach agreement on pay and working conditions. The industrial action, scheduled across regional, domestic, and international fleets throughout the day, highlights growing concerns over crew fatigue, workload pressures, and compensation that workers say fails to reflect their safety responsibilities.
Air New Zealand has canceled 46 long-haul flights due to an international cabin crew strike over stalled contract negotiations. The two-day walkout began on February 12, 2026, and affects approximately 9,500 passengers.