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Air New Zealand posts $336 million pre-tax loss

Air New Zealand reported a $336 million pre-tax loss driven by higher fuel, maintenance and engine costs.

Skinny McBuntu

Air New Zealand has reported a $336 million pre-tax loss for the financial year, with jet fuel prices, engine availability, aviation systems costs and maintenance expenses cited as key factors. The airline's CEO said the company is targeting a return to profit in the next financial year, though this depends partly on fuel price movements. The airline is considering adjustments including fare changes, hedging strategies and reducing flight numbers to offset fuel costs.

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NZ Herald

Air New Zealand reports $336 million pre-tax loss

Higher fuel, maintenance and engine costs weighed on Air New Zealand's result.

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1News

Air New Zealand posts $336 million loss

The airline said the loss was driven by jet fuel prices, engine availability, aviation systems costs and maintenance.

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NZ Herald

Air New Zealand CEO targets return to profit in 2027 financial year – unless jet fuel prices have other ideas

Nikhil Ravishankar says fares, hedging and fewer flights needed to offset fuel costs.

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