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Originair has a role to play in ensuring essential domestic travel can continue

Originair has sounded a note of caution following the Government’s announcement of its support package for Air New Zealand. “We are grateful that the Government sees the need to support the aviation sector, which is critical to the function of New Zealand,” says Originair CEO Robert Inglis. “What we would like to see now is […]

Domestic travel bookings with Originair can continue to be made with confidence

Nelson Tasman based airline Originair says travellers can continue to make bookings with confidence, while following the best up-to-date advice available from health officials and the Government. “We are able to reassure passengers that they can make forward bookings with us, and by using our Flexi Plus fare option, they can rebook or get their […]

Originair adds Nelson-Wellington route

Nelson Tasman-based airline Originair has added a Nelson-Wellington route to its offering in response to passenger demand. Flights on the Nelson-Wellington route will begin on 14 February 2020, with bookings now available via Originair’s website and by calling the airline on 0800 380 380. “Our customers have been asking us to consider a Nelson-Wellington route […]

Originair in the news

Originair is in the news today. Thank you to The Nelson Mail for this story featuring an interview with our CEO Robert Inglis. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nelson-mail/news/117895065/nelsonbased-originair-looks-to-expand-north-island-flights

Originair announces special summer fares for Nelson-Palmerston North route

Originair has announced special $89 one-way summer fares* on its Nelson-Palmerston North route available between 1 December 2019 and 31 March 2020. “We are delighted to offer these special fares to customers who may be planning a business trip or to visit friends and family between now and the end of March,” says Originair’s CEO […]

Civil Aviation Authority issues Originair its own Air Operator’s Certificate

This week the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand (CAA) issued a Part 125 Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) to Originair. “We are very pleased to receive our Air Operator’s Certificate as this provides a sound foundation for our future and security for our customers,” said Originair’s CEO Robert Inglis. “Since 2015 we have operated our […]

ORIGINAIR TO FLY BETWEEN NELSON AND NEW PLYMOUTH

Originair is extending its airline services by adding direct flights between Nelson and New Plymouth which will take approximately 50 minutes. Initially there will be eight flights a week between the two cities, taking off from September 29. The airline will be flexible around scheduling, reflecting extra demand during school holidays and long weekends. Originair […]