Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand, founded in 1940 as Tasman Empire Airways Limited and renamed in 1965, is the flag carrier of New Zealand, headquartered in Auckland. As a member of the Star Alliance, Air New Zealand operates its hub at Auckland Airport with secondary operations from Christchurch and Wellington airports. The airline's fleet includes Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A321neo, and Airbus A320 aircraft. Air New Zealand's cabin products include Business Premier with lie-flat seats and direct aisle access, Premium Economy with recliner seats and enhanced service, and Economy Skycouch, a unique product that allows three economy seats in a row to convert into a flat surface for sleeping. The airline has consistently been recognized by AirlineRatings.com as the Airline of the Year and is known for its creative safety videos that have garnered hundreds of millions of views online, featuring themes ranging from Middle-earth to Betty White. Airpoints is the airline's loyalty program with tiered elite status. Air New Zealand operates domestic services connecting cities and regions across New Zealand's North and South Islands, alongside international routes to Australia, the Pacific Islands, Asia, and North America. The New Zealand government holds a majority stake in the airline. Air New Zealand has invested in sustainability initiatives, including orders for new-generation aircraft and research into alternative propulsion technologies. The carrier's importance to New Zealand's economy extends beyond transportation, serving as a critical enabler of the country's tourism industry.