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Delta has barred a disruptive passenger who shouted pro-Donald Trump and anti-Hillary Clinton remarks at fellow passengers on a flight from Atlanta to Allentown, Pa., last week, the airline’s CE said Monday. The CE, Edward H. Bastian, said in a memo published on Delta’s website that other travellers on the flight Nov. 22 would receive refunds for their tickets. “This individual displayed behavior that was loud, rude and disrespectful to his fellow customers,” Bastian said. He added, “We must require civility on our planes and in our facilities.” The decision by Delta came after the airline received criticism on social media for its initial response to the episode, which a passenger identified as Emma Baum videotaped and released online and to news organisations.<br/>

China Southern Airlines is to ramp up its flights between Guangzhou and Christchurch over the summer, with flights stepping up to five times per week, from three times, and then daily for just over a month between January 15 and Feburary 17. The service will operate five times a week from December 12. The airline was the first Chinese airline to fly all year round to New Zealand, a service which began just under a year ago. Christchurch Airport's chief aeronautical and commercial officer Justin Watson said the increased flights would provide a huge boost for the local economy. "The extra flights represent an increase of more than 50% over the important summer season and have been announced a few days ahead of the first anniversary of the airline's direct service between mainland China and Christchurch," Watson said. <br/>