Geoff Thomas: Aviation commentator on Air New Zealand potentially bringing back flights to London - Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

A return to London could be on the cards for Air New Zealand.

Reportedly, the national carrier's bid to fly into Heathrow has been turned down - but it's succeeded in getting daily slots at Gatwick.

It's been five years since Air New Zealand ditched its London route after decades flying there.

Aviation commentator Geoff Thomas says the airline could look at pairing up with Virgin Australia for a Perth connection.

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