Beyond the aisles

2 Oct 2025 • By Mary Anne Gill Share:

Air NZ chief executive Greg Foran, left, and Hamilton Airport Group general manager Ben Langley.

Greg Foran returned to Hamilton last month on Air New Zealand’s first domestic jet service to the airport in 25 years. He spoke to senior writer Mary Anne Gill as his remarkable leadership journey with the airline comes to an end.

Greg Foran delivers Koru Hour service on the Air New Zealand Christchurch to Hamilton jet launch. Photo: Mary Anne Gill

The two trainee pilots are ecstatic as they get their photos taken with outgoing Air New Zealand chief executive Greg Foran.

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