Airlines Criticize New Zealand Border Levy

AUCKLAND—New Zealand’s government has decided to introduce a border tax on passengers, despite strong opposition from airlines and the travel industry. The new border-clearance levy of NZ$21.57 (U.S. $14.52) for international air travelers will be imposed starting Jan. 1. While the government’s...
Adrian Schofield

Adrian is a senior air transport editor for Aviation Week, based in New Zealand. He covers commercial aviation in the Asia-Pacific region.

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