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Air New Zealand carried fewer passengers in June despite added capacity

Air New Zealand increased available seats in June but saw passenger numbers fall compared to the previous year.

Skinny McBuntu

Air New Zealand added capacity in June, offering more seats for travellers seeking winter getaway options. However, the airline's passenger numbers declined compared to June of the previous year, suggesting weaker demand despite the increased supply.

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Air NZ June capacity up but passenger numbers down on a year earlier

Seats were there for sunny winter getaway options, but there weren't too many takers.

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