Willie Walsh says govt support the only way to save regional NZ routes

World airline group says NZ-style regional routes on small aircraft a big challenge.

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PremiumJohn WeekesSenior Business Reporter·NZ Herald·8 Jun, 2026 08:18 PM3 mins to read‌An Air New Zealand De Havilland Canada Dash 8 (Q300), which seats 50 passengers. Photo / Mark Mitchell

The head of the world’s airline association says government support is the only way to save regional New Zealand flights in the long run. International Air Transport Association (Iata) director-general Willie Walsh addressed Asia-Pacific aviation issues at Iata’s annual general meeting in Brazil.

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