Aircraft can be struck by lightning more frequently than you may expect, often several times a year for commercial aircraft that are operating tightly packed flight schedules. Normally, any impact is minimal, and flights are able to continue as planned. However, a lightning strike can sometimes lead to disruption to passengers and services.
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The Problem With Air New Zealand’s Ultra Long-Haul Flight
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- April 18, 2026
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Just because aircraft can make ultra-long-haul routes easier to operate doesn’t mean that they’re a straight ticket to profitability, as Air New Zealand is finding out with its nearly 18-hour flagship route between Auckland and New York. This route was initially successful, but today it’s no longer profitable for Air New Zealand.