Air NZ is poised to begin its first-ever night flights in and out of Queenstown Airport in July, in time for the ski season at the popular South Island destination. The night flights, at present are only planned between Auckland and Queenstown with A320 aircraft, remain subject to regulatory approval. Air NZ has decided against trans-Tasman night flights for the time being given the Queenstown flights connect to international flights from its main hub in Auckland. Overall, the night flights will help grow Air NZ's capacity between Auckland and Queenstown by 15% in the financial year beginning July 1. Queenstown Airport is spending NZ$17m to widen its runway and install new lighting to allow for the new flights. <br/>