Get jabbed in a jet: Air New Zealand to turn Dreamliner into a vaccine clinic

Air New Zealand will be transforming one of its Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets into a vaccine clinic on Saturday, the national vaccination day when the Government hopes to vaccinate as many Kiwis as possible. Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins teased some of the plans for the day being dubbed “Super Saturday” during Wednesday’s 1pm press conference, including the national airline’s involvement. The Dreamliner-turned-vaccine clinic would be located at Auckland Airport. “I’m told people will be vaccinated in business class before waiting out their time in economy class with snacks provided,” he said. Air New Zealand has been approached for more comment on the initiative. Other initiatives included vaccination campervans heading up and down the country, and the Department of Conservation using its four-wheel drives and boats to distribute the jab to people in remote areas.<br/>