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Refuelled for recovery, Air NZ announces 2022 annual result

Full Year Results24 August 2022AIRIndustrials

Media release
25 August 2022



Refuelled for recovery, Air New Zealand announces 2022

annual result


2022 Financial summary

• Loss before other significant items and taxation of $725 million

1

, compared to $444 million in

the prior year

• Statutory loss before taxation of $810 million

• Operating revenue lifts 9 percent to $2.7 billion, driven by Cargo performance

• Recapitalisation completed in May, raising $2.2 billion

• Liquidity of $2.3 billion as at 23 August


In a year of ongoing twists and turns, Air New Zealand has recapitalised its business and, in the last quarter,

experienced greater than expected demand for travel, while managing rising costs and an ongoing pandemic.


The airline has today announced a loss before other significant items and taxation of $725 million for the 2022

financial year, consistent with guidance provided to the market in June. The statutory loss before taxation was

$810 million

2

.


Although the financial year ended strongly following the phased reopening of New Zealand’s borders from

March, the airline’s operating revenue of $2.7 billion was significantly impacted by pandemic related travel

restrictions.


Cargo and domestic revenues helped lift overall revenue by 9 percent, however high fuel prices and reduced

flying over much of the year resulted in a loss for the period.


Air New Zealand Chief Executive Officer Greg Foran said the airline continued to be guided by a clear strategy,

moving deftly to address continued change by focusing on doing the right thing for its stakeholders.


“For customers, we’ve been focused on restoring services, maintaining a choice of fares and launching

innovations to improve their journey with us. For our amazing staff we have provided one-off awards to

acknowledge their continued extra mahi, and for our communities we’ve been obsessed with operational

performance, which drives the reliable services they depend on,” says Mr Foran.


“For our shareholders, whose support has refuelled the business for future growth, we’ve completed a

successful recapitalisation that was structured to be fair to our shareholders, including those that didn’t take up

the rights offer.”


Mr Foran said cargo revenue continued to be a major contributor to the company’s performance, up 32 percent

to $1.0 billion. Additional flying under the New Zealand and Australian government airfreight schemes

contributed $403 million of that revenue. With borders now largely reopened, the Australian scheme has ended,

and the New Zealand scheme is tapering off and will cease by the end of March 2023.


Firmly in the ‘revive’ phase of the ‘survive, revive, thrive’ journey, Mr Foran says the current environment is

one of strong bookings despite ongoing challenges.



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Loss before other significant items and taxation represent Earnings stated in compliance with NZ IFRS (Statutory Earnings) after excluding

items which due to their size or nature warrant separate disclosure to assist with understanding the underlying financial performance of the Group.

Loss before other significant items and taxation is reported within Note 3 of the Group’s 2022 audited annual financial statements


2

Please refer to supplementary table on page 3 for further information.


When travel restrictions began to lift in March the company recorded a very strong recovery in bookings and

revenues. This trend continues, with high booking levels through July and August. Corporate bookings are also

encouraging and are trending closely towards pre-Covid levels.


Mr Foran referred to the airline’s mid-August schedule changes, which reduced seats by 1.5 percent through

to the end of March 2023, as another example of doing the right thing for stakeholders.


“As we’ve been seeing overseas, travel demand is much stronger than anyone anticipated. But we’re operating

in a very tight labour market with high fuel prices, tough economic conditions and the highest levels of employee

sickness in more than a decade.


“Our rehiring efforts and training capability have been excellent, as has work to get our Boeing 777-300ER

aircraft back flying again, but the experience for some of our customers and the impact on our front-line staff

this winter has been unacceptable, so we’ve adapted yet again.


“Having adjusted our schedule to provide customers with increased surety over their travel plans for the coming

spring and summer, I am hugely appreciative of the work the Air New Zealand whānau has done to deliver

more than 25,000 flights across June and July alone.”


The airline also made investment decisions in support of its Kia Mau strategy. These include the plan to move

the Auckland workforce to its airport campus, investment in a new hangar at Auckland airport and the decision

to close its Gas Turbines business unit by the middle of the 2023 calendar year.


Air New Zealand Chair Dame Therese Walsh thanked Greg and the Air New Zealand team for a year in which

the airline not only managed significant challenges but also introduced changes that will deliver improved

services to customers and made progress on their long-term sustainability goals.


“The airline’s continued ability to step carefully through an ongoing pandemic while looking beyond the horizon

is becoming a core capability. While introducing and then removing vaccination requirements for domestic

travel, there have been preparations for our New York launch and the completion of designs for our new Boeing

787 Dreamliner cabin experience.


“For our Airpoints

TM

members there were more than 2,000 new products added to our Airpoints

TM

store as well

as the introduction of Flexipay, so customers can enjoy even more online shopping options. I’m especially

excited about our next generation app, which will give customers a more seamless travel experience when it

rolls out in the coming months.


“In April we announced ‘Flight NZ0’, a programme to engage customers as we work towards net zero carbon

emissions by 2050. We were the second airline globally to announce an interim science-based target to 2030

and continue to make progress on sustainable aviation fuel and zero emissions aircraft technology.


“Throughout the year we have also made improvements to the pay and conditions for our people, settling 12

collective employment agreements, increasing the base pay of our front-line workers and restarting incentive

payments to staff on individual employment agreements ensure we retain our dedicated team.”


Dame Therese acknowledged the support the airline has received from its shareholders over the course of a

challenging two-year period.


“From the Crown loan provided in the early days of the pandemic, to the airfreight support scheme that helped

us keep connected to key export markets, to the $2.2 billion recapitalisation completed in May which allowed

thousands of shareholders to take part in refuelling the airline for success. We have had significant support

from all our shareholders and for that we are truly grateful.”


Strong liquidity position with dividend suspended


As at 23 August 2022, the airline has available liquidity of $2.3 billion, consisting of approximately $1.9 billion

in cash and $400 million of available funds on the unsecured standby loan facility with the Crown. The cash

balance includes $200 million of issued redeemable shares which the airline intends to redeem once our

recovery is further progressed.


The Board does not expect to consider payment of dividends before the airline’s earnings substantially recover,

and in the context of a supportive and sustained broader economic environment and recovery.


Outlook for 2023


With borders now open to the majority of the airline’s markets, Air New Zealand expects the 2023 financial

year to represent the first full year of uninterrupted passenger flying since the beginning of the pandemic.


Total flying capacity for the 2023 financial year is expected to be in the range of 75 percent to 80 percent of

pre-Covid levels. On this basis, the airline anticipates a significant improvement in financial performance

relative to financial year 2022.


Given the degree of uncertainty regarding volatility in jet fuel prices, the risk of a global recession, and other

macroeconomic factors including inflationary pressures on costs, no earnings guidance will be provided at this

time.



Supplementary table – Summary data from the audited financial statements


2022

$M

2021

$M

%

Movement

Operating revenue 2,734 2,517 9%

Loss before other

significant items

and taxation

(725) (444) (63%)

Statutory loss

before taxation

(810) (415) (95%)

Net loss after

taxation

(591) (292) (102%)





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Financial

Results

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2022 Overview

4

56%

2

$2.2 billion

1,500

Reanimation of 777-300ER fleet

$725 million loss

1

New Zealand borders reopened

for FY22

despite record cargo revenue

from March 2022

now flying to 27 of our 29 ports

with 3 operational and the remainder flying by the end of FY23

recapitalisation

gearing and liquidity metrics restored

by Q4 FY22

staff rehired

across key operational

and support roles

$810 million

loss before

taxation

for FY22

1

Refers to loss before other significant items and taxation. Refer to slide 28 for further details.

2

This represents total FY22 capacity including cargo-only flying as a percentage of FY19 capacity. FY19 excludes the now suspended Auckland-London service.

of pre-Covid capacity

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Thrive

Enhanced domestic offering

Optimised international network

Supercharged loyalty programme

Continued customer obsession

Industry leading staff engagement

Digital investments driving efficiencies

and seamless customer experience

Continued progress on our

decarbonisation ambitions

Delivering our full potential

Revive

Revive

2

Safeguardingour balance sheet

Structural reductions to cost base and

deferral of capital spend

Early retirement of 777-200 fleet and

temporary grounding of 777-300ER fleet

Utilisation of Government support

mechanisms

Cargo diversification

Kia Mau strategy refinement

Restarting our network

Reopening of our international borders

Strongest demand and revenue environment

in two years

$2.2 billion recapitalisation complete

Hiring and rehiring staff, reinstating benefits

Launching a stream of customer innovations

Reanimating 777-300ER fleet, international

lounges and offshore teams

Launch of our decarbonisation roadmap

Movement to agile ways of working

Air New Zealand is firmly in the revive phase of our recovery

Following more than two years of pandemic-related impacts, we

are well positioned to leverage strong demand and deliver on our

strategy

3

Survive

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Passenger bookings stronger than expected

•Domestic bookings at 100% of pre-Covid levels since April 2022

−Corporate demand recovering well from Omicron outbreak,

trending towards pre-Covid levels

−Leisure demand currently exceeding pre-Covid levels

−Forward sales exceeding pre-Covid levels, reflecting higher

average fares and cost environment

•International bookings at 65-70% of pre-Covid levels

−Tasman and Pacific Islands bookings reflect strong inbound/outbound

mix, and continue to build with capacity increases from July 2022

−North America demand strongest of our long-haul markets

−Asia bookings lower, reflecting varying levels of border flexibility in

those markets

Following the phased relaxation of New Zealand’s travel restrictions from March 2022, the airline

continues to see strong passenger bookings

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Network and schedule focused on reliability and resilience

Currently expecting capacity at ~75% to 80% of pre-Covid levels for FY23, with mix skewed towards

domestic and short-haul markets

SectorCapacity

1

Domestic95% to 100%

Tasman and Pacific Islands80% to 85%

International long-haul

2

65% to 70%

Group~75% to 80%

Domestic

•Strong growth across regional ports

•Increased international passengers connecting to domestic ports across

New Zealand as the international network rebuilds

•Introduction of domestic A321neo fleet from the second half of FY23,

boosting seats on jet routes

Tasman and Pacific Islands

•Demand from Australia, our largest inbound market, building back up

•Strong growth across the Pacific Islands network, particularly Rarotonga

International long-haul

•Full widebody fleet in operation by June 2023 and ongoing cargo

strength

•Launch of direct flights to New York city from September 2022

•Expectation of international borders being largely open across the full

financial year

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1

Compared to pre-Covid levels in FY19.

2

International long-haul for FY23 includes Bali and Honolulu, which was reported under Tasman and Pacific Islands for FY21 and FY22.

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Headwinds

Tight labour

market

High levels of

staff illness

Weather

events

Record high fuel

prices and cost

pressures

•Proactive capacity

reductions to ensure

greater schedule reliability

•Large scale recruitment,

training new staff at pace

•Lifting our lowest wages

and settling 12 collective

employment agreements

•Development of digital tools

•Fuel hedging and yield

management

Air New Zealand actions

Impact on operations

Focused on restoring operational resiliency and reliability into the network

Taking decisive actions to respond to headwinds

8

OTP Performance

Extreme

weather

and staff

illness

Weather

conditions

Richard Thomson
Chief Financial Officer

Financial

update

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• Operating revenue $2.7 billion, up 8.6%

‒Passenger revenue stable at $1.5 billion

‒Cargo revenue up 32%

• Loss before other significant items and taxation

1

$725 million

• Loss before taxation $810 million

• Net loss after taxation $591 million

• Short-term cash of $1.8 billion

2

• Gearing of 45.4%

• Dividend continues to be suspended until

further notice

1

Refer to slide 28 for further details on Other Significant Items of $85 million.

2

As at 30 June 2022. Please refer to slide 25 for details on liquidity as at 23 August 2022.

3

Historical earnings have been restated following the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee ("IFRIC") issuing an agenda decision on Configuration or Customisation Costs in a Cloud Computing Arrangement.

2022 financial summary

Covid-19 impact

Earnings/Loss before other significant items and taxation

3

($ millions)

10

547

387

(88)

(444)

(725)

20182019202020212022

Financial loss reflects pandemic-related travel restrictions across most of the financial year

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Additional commentary

•Labour costs increased faster than capacity, up

18%, to support the build back of capacity and

the delivery of the airline’s strategic priorities

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.

An employee-wide award in the period, provision

for employee incentives and reduced

government subsidies also impacted costs

•Maintenance, aircraft and passenger services

costs excluding FX increased 5% reflecting

additional flying from a ramp up in domestic

demand and the reopening of international

borders

•Sales, marketing and other expenses increased

27% driven by increased brand activity to

support sales ahead of relaunching of

international routes, as well as commissions and

digital activity

•Ownership costs decreased 6.1% largely due to

reduced depreciation on widebody aircraft fully

impaired in the prior year and aircraft exits,

partially offset by new aircraft deliveries

Profitability waterfall

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1

For further details on fuel cost movement, refer to slide 14.

2

Full-time equivalent staff levels increased 13% to ~ 8,900, which represents approximately 75% of FTE labour compared to pre-Covid levels.

3

Refer to slide 26 for further information regarding the P&L impact of the aviation support package.

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• Cargo revenue of $1.0 billion increased 32% including FX

–Reflecting an increase in capacity of 19%, excluding Government supported flights

• Growth largely driven by:

–Higher volume of Government supported flights which contributed $403 million

to cargo revenue

▪New Zealand Government support reducing over time to reflect the

expected recovery of international passenger demand by March 2023

▪Australian Government scheme concluded in June 2022

–Underlying shift in consumer preference towards airfreight vs sea freight

•Excluding impact of Government supported flights, cargo yields improved 4.0%,

reflecting fewer international carriers in the New Zealand market

•While demand remains strong, cargo revenue is not expected to be at this level in

FY23

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Delivering $1.0 billion in revenue in 2022; level of contribution expected to reduce

Cargo, a major contributor to revenue, assisted

by Government supported flights

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Excluding fuel price movement, foreign exchange and third-party maintenance, CASK increased 2.2%.

Commentary

•CASK

1

increased this year due to:

–Lack of aviation support package

which occurred in the prior period;

–Diseconomies of scale and

inefficiencies in the domestic

network, offset by an increase in mix

towards lower cost cargo-only flying;

and

–Moderate levels of cost held across

the year to ensure operational

readiness, despite pandemic-related

travel restrictions across most of the

period

•The mix benefit of greater cargo-only

flying is expected to reverse in FY23 with

a return to greater levels of international

passenger flying as the network scales

back towards 75% to 80% of pre-Covid

levels

CASK movement

UNDERLYING CASK

DECREASED DUE TO

CARGO MIX

0.6%

•Reported CASK

1

increased 9.1%

•Excluding the impact of fuel price movement, foreign exchange, removal of the

aviation support subsidy and third-party maintenance, underlying CASK

decreased 0.6%

Unit cost performance predominantly impacted by a significant increase in the

underlying jet fuel price

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Fuel cost movement

14

Increase in fuel cost primarily related to price, with hedging helping to mitigate

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Air New Zealand’s fuel hedging policy and approach remains unchanged; the primary goal is to provide the

business time to adjust

Fuel hedging update

Fuel hedge position

(as at 17 Aug 2022)

Period

Hedged volume

(in barrels)

% hedged

Net

compensation

from hedging

(USD)

1

1H FY231,705,00056%~$10 million

2H FY23880,00025%~$1 million

• Hedging policy remains unchanged. Key principles include:

‒Maximum term of 12 to 18 months

‒Hedge within minimum and maximum band with

a declining wedge structure

‒Largest proportion of hedges in place for the next 3

months, conceptually linked to customer booking profile

‒Not speculative, provides the business time to adjust

other levers

• Hedge Brent crude, therefore subject to crack spread

fluctuations

• Hedge portfolio structured to allow participation to downward

price movements, primarily through use of call options

• With the reopening of New Zealand's borders, hedging to

our expected FY23 flying schedule

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2023 Fuel cost sensitivity

2

1

Net compensation from fuel hedges represents the unrealised gains and losses on fuel hedges and is in USD.

2

Fuel cost sensitivity takes into account the current hedge position.

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Ramp up in demand reflected in operating cashflows

1

Revenue in advance from strong bookings has driven a robust operating cashflow performance

1

ExcludesCovid-19 related cashflows, including redundancies, wage subsidies, New Zealand tax refunds, government levy relief, PAYE arrangement and cargo grants​. Refer to slide 27 for further details.

$603m

in 2H FY22

Q4 2021

Bubbles

operating

Q1 2022

No Tasman

bubble and NZ

lockdown

Q4 2022

NZ borders

reopen

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Completion of the recapitalisation and Crown Loan repayment, in addition to strong

bookings, have driven the improvements

Key balance sheet metrics have been restored

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Actual and forecast aircraft capital expenditure

1

HistoricalForecast

•Forecast aircraft capital expenditure profile reflects:

−Expecteddeferral of first two Boeing 787 aircraft from

FY24 to FY25

−Delivery flexibility remains in place for a substantial

portion of the Boeing 787 delivery stream

•No committed aircraft capital expenditure currently beyond

2028

Fleet investment update

1

Includes progress payments on aircraft and aircraft improvements (e.g. refurbishment); excludes assumed interiors retrofit capital expenditure for the existing 14 Boeing 787 fleet and engine maintenance.

* Does not reflect four Boeing 787s planned for delivery from FY27.

**Does not reflect two A321neos planned for delivery in FY27

.

Aircraftdelivery schedule (as at 30 June 2022)

Number in

existing fleet

Number

on order

DeliveryDates (financial year)

2023202420252026

Owned fleet on order

Boeing 787

144*--22

Airbus A320neo / A321neos

135**41--

18

0

200

400

600

800

1,000

202020212022202320242025202620272028

$ millions

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Boeing 787

retrofit

Unlike aircraft capital expenditure, non-aircraft capital expenditure is generally contractually

uncommitted and subject to changes in phasing and level of spend

Engine

maintenance

Digital

transformation

•Interior retrofit of 14 existing

Boeing 787 aircraft

•Anticipated to commence

no earlier than mid-2024

•Estimated cost of ~ $450

million, staggered over

several years

•Spend relates to overhaul

of owned engines across

all fleet types

•Has an enduring benefit

of 5+ years

•Annual expenditure varies

based on utilisation of

aircraft

•Investments in digital

assets linked to Kia Mau

strategy, focused on

ensuring resiliency and

optimising customer and

employee experiences

•Annual expenditure in the

range of ~$50 million to $75

million

Property and

infrastructure

•Investments in buildings and

operational facilities

•Includes expenditure on the

new Auckland engineering

hangar, cargo facilities and

head office relocation

•Elevated annual expenditure

of ~$75 million over the next

4 years

Other investments progress strategic objectives and

improve operational resiliency

Other capital expenditure is generally contractually uncommitted and subject to changes in phasing and spend

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Greg Foran, Chief Executive Officer
Outlook

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With borders now open to the majority of the airline’s markets, Air New Zealand expects

the 2023 financial year to represent the first full year of uninterrupted passenger flying

since the beginning of the pandemic.

Total flying capacity for the 2023 financial year is expected to be in the range of 75

percent to 80 percent of pre-Covid levels. On this basis, the airline anticipates a

significant improvement in financial performance relative to financial year 2022.

Given the degree of uncertainty regarding volatility in jet fuel prices, the risk of a global

recession, and other macroeconomic factors including inflationary pressures on costs, no

earnings guidance will be provided at this time.

2023 Outlook

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Profitably grow and enhance

our iconic domestic offering,

providing New Zealanders with

even more choice as the best-

connected country in the world

Connecting New Zealanders

and our exports to the world

through an optimal international

network and premium

leisure product

Increase products and benefits

members value from our

Airpoints

TM

programme,

supercharging the loyalty

ecosystem for the airline

Air New Zealand’s Kia Mau strategy is focused on 3 clear drivers of value creation, executed through excellence

and innovation across 4 key business enablers

Strategic roadmap for the medium-term is critical to success

Grow

domestic

Optimise

international

Lift

loyalty

Operational excellence that

provides a seamless travel

experience for our customers –

do it right, first time, every time

Brilliant

Basics

Committed to meaningful action

to reduce our carbon impact

Serious about

Sustainability

Technology focused on delivering

a world-class experience for our

people and customers while

driving efficiencies

Digital

Dexterity

Putting people, health and

safety first

Prioritising

People & Safety

Profit drivers

Enabled by strong culture and focused investment

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Supplementary
information

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Liquidity and gearing position

$ millions30 Jun 202230 Jun 2021

Medium-term

financial targets

Gross debt(3,568)(3,308)

Cash, restricted deposits and net open

derivatives

2,176603

Net debt(1,392)(2,705)

Gross debt/EBITDASAN/A8.1x<3.3x

Net debt/EBITDASAN/A6.6x

Gearing45.4%71.1%45% to 55%

Total liquidity2,1931,416

Minimum liquidity level of

~$700 million

Liquidity (% of 2019 revenue)37.9%24.5%

Moody's ratingBaa2 (investment grade)Baa2 (investment grade)Baa2 (investment grade)

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Impact to the Profit & Loss

Support programme

2022

($M)

2021

($M)

P&L line item

Airfreight schemes403333Cargo revenue

Wage subsidies4956Labour cost

Air navigation subsidies-40Aircraft operations

Passenger levy relief-18Passenger services

Biosecurity border processing levy-1Other expenses

A series of government support programmes related to Covid-19 contributed to the 2022 and 2021 result

2022 result reflects benefit of support programmes

26

Aviation

support

package

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Adjusted operating cashflow reconciliation

Q4-20

$M

H1-21

$M

H2-21

$M

H1-22

$M

H2-22

$M

Operating Cashflow (statutory)

(406)(136)45440510

Aviation security, air navigation

and passenger levy relief

-(59)---

Cargo grants and assistance

-(147)(186)(194)(209)

PAYE deferral

-(156)(98)(43)298

Wage subsidies

(79)(53)(3)(47)(2)

New Zealand tax refunds

(65)-(34)--

Redundancies

371051356

Adjusted Operating Cashflow

(513)(446)146(239)603

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Jun 2022

$M

Jun 2021

$M

Loss before taxation (per NZ IFRS)(810)(415)

Add back other significant items:

De-designation of hedges1318

FX losses/(gains) on uncovered foreign currency debt43(143)

Aircraft impairment and lease modifications678

Impairment of intangible asset24-

Reorganisation costs(1)39

Gain on sale of airport slots-(21)

Loss before other significant items and taxation(725)(444)

1

Loss before other significant items and taxation represents Earnings stated in compliance with NZ IFRS (Statutory Earnings) after excluding items which due to their size or nature warrant separate disclosure to assist with understanding

the underlying financial performance of the Group. Loss before other significant items and taxation is reported within the Group’s audited annual financial statements. Further details are contained within Note 3 of the Group’s 2022 annual

financial statements.

Loss before other significant items and taxation

1

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Financial overview

29

p

Jun 2022

$M

Jun 2021

$M

Movement

$M

Movement

%

Operating revenue 2,7342,5172178.6%

Loss before other significant items and taxation(725)(444)(281)(63%)

Loss before taxation(810)(415)(395)(95%)

Net loss after taxation (591)(292)(299)(102%)

Operating cash flow 55031823273%

Cash position1,7932661,527574%

Gearing45.4%71.1%-25.7 pts

AIR NEW ZEALAND 2022 ANNUAL RESULT
Jun 2022Jun 2021Movement

1

Jun 2019Variance to

pre-Covid

1

Passengers carried (‘000s)

7,7458,649(10%)17,738(56%)

Available seat kilometres (ASKs, millions)

– passenger flights

10,65110,3043%46,029(77%)

Available seat kilometres (ASKs,

millions) – passenger and cargo-only

flights

20,01917,41015%46,029(57%)

Revenue passenger kilometres (RPKs,

millions)

7,1465,90821%38,573(81%)

Load factor

67.1%57.3%9.8 pts83.8%(16.7 pts)

Passengerrevenue per ASKs as

reported (RASK, cents)

13.914.3(3%)10.829%

Passengerrevenue per ASKs, excluding

FX (RASK, cents)

13.914.3(3%)10.730%

Group performance metrics

1

Calculation based on numbers before rounding.

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Domestic

Jun 2022Jun 2021Movement

1

Jun 2019Variance to

pre-Covid

1

Passengers carried (‘000s)

6,8368,191(17%)11,513(41%)

Available seat kilometres (ASKs,

millions) – passenger flights

4,9295,480(10%)7,104(31%)

Revenue passenger kilometres

(RPKs, millions)

3,4524,244(19%)5,957(42%)

Load factor

70.1%77.4%(7.3 pts)83.9%(13.8 pts)

Passengerrevenue per ASKs as

reported (RASK, cents)

19.521.7(10%)22.5(13%)

Passengerrevenue per ASKs,

excluding FX (RASK, cents)

19.521.7(10%)22.4(13%)

1

Calculation based on numbers before rounding.

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Tasman & Pacific Islands

1

Jun 2022

Jun 2021

Movement

2

Jun 2019Variance to

pre-Covid

2

Passengers carried (‘000s)

73438690%4,044(82%)

Available seat kilometres (ASKs,

millions) – passenger flights

2,6652,21420%13,640(80%)

Revenue passenger kilometres

(RPKs, millions)

1,937964101%11,195(83%)

Load factor

72.7%43.5%29.2 pts82.1%(9.4 pts)

Passengerrevenue per ASKs as

reported (RASK, cents)

11.16.472%9.616%

Passengerrevenue per ASKs,

excluding FX (RASK, cents)

11.16.473%9.616%

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1

Pacific Islands including Bali and Hawaii.

2

Calculation based on numbers before rounding.

AIR NEW ZEALAND 2022 ANNUAL RESULT
International

Jun 2022Jun 2021Movement

1

Jun 2019Variance to

pre-Covid

1

Passengers carried (‘000s)

17572145%2,181(92%)

Available seat kilometres (ASKs,

millions) – passenger flights

3,0572,61017%25,285(88%)

Revenue passenger kilometres

(RPKs, millions)

1,757700151%21,421(92%)

Load factor

57.5%26.8%30.7 pts84.7%(27.2 pts)

Passengerrevenue per ASKs as

reported (RASK, cents)

7.25.337%8.1(11%)

Passengerrevenue per ASKs,

excluding FX (RASK, cents)

7.25.337%7.9(9%)

1

Calculation based on numbers before rounding.

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1

From 2021 onwards, excludes the Boeing 777-200ER fleet.

* Excludes short-term leases which provided cover for the global Rolls-Royce engine issues.

2022202320242025

Boeing 777-300ER7666

Boeing 78714141416

Airbus A32018171515

Airbus A320/A321neo13171818

ATR72-60029292929

Bombardier Q30023232323

Total Fleet104106105107

Fleet delivery and age update

7.5

7.1

7.1

6.7

7.3

7.7

8.5

9.2

9.8

2018*2019*2020202120222023202420252026

Aircraft fleet age in years

(seat weighted)

1

HistoricalForecast

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Fleet simplification strategy on track

Air New Zealand is simplifying its fleet to drive improved operating cost and capital expenditure outcomes

Widebody

Narrowbody

Turboprop

Age

2

~9 years

7.3 years ~10 years

FY22 (5 types) Total – 104FY28 (4 types)

1

Total – 107

787

(22)

A320

(33)

AT R 7 2

(29)

Q300

(23)

777-300ER

787-9/10

A320

A321

787

(14)

777

(7)

787-9

A320

(31)

A320

A321

AT R 7 2

(29)

Q300

(23)

ATR72-600

ATR72-600

FY11 (8 types) Total – 102

747

(5)

767

(5)

777

(11)

A320

(14)

737

(15)

AT R 7 2

(11)

Q300

(23)

1900D

(18)

777-300ER

777-200ER

ATR72-500

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1

This represents the expected fleet at the end of the FY28 financial period.

2

Average seat-weighted fleet age.

AIR NEW ZEALAND 2022 ANNUAL RESULT
Available Seat Kilometres (ASKs)Number of seats operated multiplied by the distance flown (capacity)

Cost/ASK (CASK)Operatingexpenses divided by the total ASK for the period

GearingNet Debt / (NetDebt + Equity)

Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation,

amortisation, significant items and

associates (EBITDASA)

Operating earnings (before depreciation and amortisation, net finance costs, associate earnings, other significant items

and taxation) plus finance income and cash dividends received from associates less foreign exchange gains/losses

Gross DebtInterest-bearing liabilities, lease liabilities and redeemable shares

Net Debt

Interest-bearing liabilities, lease liabilities and redeemable shares less bank and short-term deposits, net open

derivatives held in relation to interest-bearing liabilities and lease liabilities, and interest-bearing assets

Cash, restricted deposits and net open

derivatives

Bank and short-term deposits, interest-bearing assets and net open derivatives held in relation to interest-bearing

liabilities and lease liabilities

Liquidity

Cash and cash equivalents (which excludes restricted deposits) plus the outstanding amount of any Crown standby loan

facility available to be drawn or undrawn redeemable shares

Passenger Load FactorRPKs as a percentage of ASKs

PassengerRevenue/ASK (RASK)Passenger revenuefor the period divided by the total ASK on passenger flights for the period

Revenue Passenger Kilometres (RPKs)Number of revenue passengers carried multiplied by the distance flown (demand)

Glossary of key terms

The following non-GAAP measures are not audited: CASK, Gearing, Net Debt, Gross Debt, EBITDASA and RASK. Amounts used within thecalculations are derived from the audited Group financial statements and Five Year Statistical Review

contained in the 2022 Annual Financial Results. The non-GAAP measures are used by management and the Board of Directors to assess the underlying financial performance of the Group in order to make decisions around the allocation of

resources.

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Contact information

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Investor website:

www.airnewzealand.co.nz/investor-centre

Monthly traffic updates:

www.airnewzealand.co.nz/monthly-operating-data

Corporate governance:

www.airnewzealand.co.nz/corporate-governance

Sustainability: https://www.airnewzealand.co.nz/sustainability

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Sam and Kiri

Flight Attendants

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Q&A WITH THE CEO

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OUR SUSTAINABILITY JOURNEY

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A YEAR IN THE AIR

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FINANCIAL COMMENTARY

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CHANGE IN PROFITABILITY

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FINANCIAL SUMMARY

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FINANCIAL POSITION

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feasibility of local production here in New Zealand and

has a goal that 1 percent of our 2023 fuel uplift will be

from SAF. We know the use of SAF on our long-haul

network is the most significant carbon reduction lever

we can pull. Having committed to have SAF represent

10 percent of our total fuel uplift by 2030, this is a vital

step in our journey.

Performance update

Turning to the 2022 financial result, Air New Zealand

has delivered a loss before other significant items

and taxation

1

of $725 million, a statutory loss before

taxation of $810 million and a statutory loss after

taxation of $591 million.

While passenger demand is currently at levels higher

than we have seen in over two years, this follows

a long period of suppressed demand and limited

international passenger flying. The introduction of

the Delta variant into New Zealand, and the resulting

regional lockdown for Auckland meant that for

the first half of the 2022 financial year, Domestic

capacity was down substantially on pre-Covid levels

and international passenger flying was still very

limited. This, combined with record high fuel prices,

has contributed to our financial losses for the year.

Pleasingly, corporate customers have returned

with some gusto, trending towards pre-Covid

levels. Cargo continues to be a major contributor to

revenue, delivering $1.0 billion this financial year, an

increase of 32 percent on the prior year. This increase

reflects additional flying under the New Zealand and

Australian Government airfreight schemes which

contributed $403 million, as well as heightened

seasonal demand and widebody flying. We expect this

level of cargo revenue to moderate as the recovery

continues, with the Australian scheme now finished

and the New Zealand support scheme tapering off.

However, cargo continues to be important to our

strategy of optimising international profitability.

Like all businesses that rely to a degree on discretionary

spend, we are closely monitoring consumer behaviour

given the cost of living and inflationary pressures, and

the risk of a global recession.

These pressures have already led to higher fuel prices

and higher operating costs, which in turn has resulted

in increased airfares. We are sensitive to this and

remain committed to ensuring our pricing is affordable

and competitive.

Recapitalisation

The $2.2 billion recapitalisation completed in

May marked a hugely important step in Air New

Zealand’s recovery and in our ability to move forward

into Revive in earnest. It allowed us to repay the

Government loan provided to the airline in March

2020, while also restoring the balance sheet, so we

are fighting fit to deliver on our strategy as demand

returns following the reopening of borders.

We were pleased with the success of the rights offer,

which allowed our existing shareholders to take

part in refuelling the airline for success. Thousands

of shareholders participated, exceeding our

expectations and market benchmarks for this type of

offer. The achievement of a $0.28 per share premium

in the bookbuild process meant shareholders who

did not participate still derived value from the offer.

Thanks to the support of our debt investors, we

successfully executed a $600 million Australian

debt transaction in May, as part of our planned

recapitalisation package. We also have a new $400

million unsecured standby loan facility with the Crown,

which is undrawn, as well as $200 million of issued

Redeemable Shares which we intend to redeem once

our recovery is further progressed.

The success of the recapitalisation underscores the

confidence shareholders have in our strategy and our

ability to drive real value in the future. We thank all our

shareholders for their ongoing support.

Certainly, we could not have achieved any of this

without the unwavering dedication of our incredible

team of Air New Zealanders. I am so proud of the

Air New Zealand whānau and the immense mahi

that has been undertaken, both to respond to

immediate challenges, but also to keep our eyes

firmly set on the future.

Our focus across 2022 has been on remaining nimble,

responding to the ever-changing environment, and

above all, keeping our customers, our people and our

shareholders front of mind. The world has changed so

much since the pandemic began in early 2020 and we

are making sure Air New Zealand changes with it. We

don’t want to just build back – our vision is to create

the greatest flying experience on Earth, and we know

we can’t achieve this by sticking to the status quo.

Over the past two years, the team at Air New Zealand

has been testing new ideas, investing in digital

capabilities and redesigning onboard products

to deliver a steady stream of innovation for our

customers. The recent announcement of a new suite

of seat offerings for our long-haul aircraft, designed to

offer all customers the best sleep in the sky, no matter

which cabin they choose to fly in, is just one example

Contents

It’s fair to say

that 2022 has

been a busy one.

Restarting the airline at scale, dealing with

complex operational challenges, while also

launching and completing a significant

recapitalisation, has been no easy feat.

of the innovative solutions our team has been working

hard on. The organisation has also moved to an agile

way of working called ‘Full Potential’, which will enable

us to deliver value faster and give us the ability to

respond to change quickly.

We have made significant headway on the three key

pillars of value creation under our Kia Mau strategy

– Grow Domestic, Optimise International and Lift

Loyalty. Effective execution of this strategy is key

to our ongoing success as we move through the

Revive phase of our recovery and into Thrive. Our

exploration of electric, hybrid and green hydrogen

aircraft as options for our future domestic fleet has

further advanced and we have also invested in a

new digital platform for our loyalty programme, to

put greater flexibility and customisation options in

the hands of our millions of Airpoints™ members.

North America plays a key role in optimising our

international network and we are incredibly excited

to launch our inaugural nonstop flight to New York in

a little under a month’s time.

During the year, we made meaningful progress on

our journey to net zero carbon emissions by 2050,

setting an interim 2030 science-based emissions

reduction target to guide us and keep us accountable.

sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be the key to

achieving this ambitious target. Air New Zealand has

been working with the Government to investigate the

Dame Therese Walsh

Chair

1. Refer to the Financial Commentary section on page 12.

Hayden

Flight Attendant

Jason

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The current environment

As the world opens up again, the whole airline

is excited to get back to doing what we love –

reconnecting families, friends and colleagues both

within New Zealand and around the globe and

bringing tourists back into our beautiful country.

Rebuilding the airline after more than two years of

highly restricted operations and in the face of an

unprecedented surge in demand, has provided its

own set of challenges. I want to say thank you to

our customers for their patience as we rebuild our

network. We are working hard to restore reliability

and resilience into our flying schedule, to give

customers the Air New Zealand experience they

know and love.

Adding more capacity will help and we have started

bringing back our 777-300ER fleet, with three of

these aircraft already in the skies again. By the end

of the 2023 financial year, we will have the remaining

four flying again too.

Investing in our people

Since December last year, we have been undertaking

the extensive process of hiring, and re-hiring more

than 1,500 people across the business and still have

more than 1,000 vacancies to fill.

Sustainable income for our people is something we

have increased our focus on in recent months, and

a personal highlight for me this year has been the

work undertaken to deliver a lift in our lowest wages.

We have also increased opportunities for our airport

and aircraft workers to cross-skill, creating the

potential to increase earnings via more highly skilled

work and blended shifts. This is just the start of our

journey to create great jobs.

We were pleased to recognise the contribution of

our permanent employees over a tough two years by

reinstating pay benefits, and providing one-off awards

of shares and cash. We know our people are key to

Q. Looking back on the last 12 months,

what are the three key learnings you

are taking into next year?

A. 1 – Do the right thing. The reality of a crisis like

the one we have experienced is that it creates

opportunity. It’s obvious once you move beyond the

calamity of the situation, but first you must do that.

I see no point in dwelling on the negatives. Once

you suppress that feeling, you can move forward

and reach for the opportunities. We decided to

grab the opportunities, with both hands, and move

positively towards customer and staff obsession.

While we recognise and acknowledge things have

been far from perfect, we have never strayed from

a simple principle. That is, “do the right thing”.

The right thing can be extending status for

Airpoints™ members, to keeping pricing fair,

increasing our lowest wages, to being honest about

schedules heading into Christmas, refunds for

those in hardship or extending credits. I always

go back to the principle of, “do the right thing”.

2 – Attitude is a small thing that makes a big

difference. We have been tested more than ever

this year, with bubbles and borders opening, then

closing again, various health mandates and more

recently a wave of staff illness which has seen

absenteeism at historically high levels. Throw in

some inclement weather and we have a perfect

storm of last-minute cancellations. It’s no secret

that restarting an airline is much more difficult

than shutting one down, but one of our key

learnings has been to stay positive. There were

some days where we might have felt like giving up,

but even on those challenging days, and trust me

we have had our share, the entire team have stood

tall, taken a deep breath and got on with it. Attitude

is indeed a small thing that makes a big difference,

and we will need more of it as we deal with the new

abnormal that is airline travel.

Air New Zealand’s world class service and culture.

This year more than ever, they have proven to be the

most passionate, dedicated, and hard-working team

you could hope for, with countless examples of people

going above and beyond.

Dividend

Air New Zealand’s Board does not expect to

consider payment of dividends before the airline’s

earnings substantially recover, and in the context

of a supportive and sustained broader economic

environment and recovery.

Outlook

With borders now open to the majority of the airline’s

markets, Air New Zealand expects the 2023 financial

year to represent the first full year of uninterrupted

passenger flying since the beginning of the pandemic.

Total flying capacity for the 2023 financial year is

expected to be in the range of 75 percent to 80

percent of pre-Covid levels. On this basis, the airline

anticipates a significant improvement in financial

performance relative to financial year 2022.

Given the degree of uncertainty regarding volatility

in jet fuel prices, the risk of a global recession, and

other macroeconomic factors including inflationary

pressures on costs, no earnings guidance will be

provided at this time.

Closing

We are pleased to be flying to 27 of our 29

international ports and have now welcomed

thousands of kiwis and visitors back to Aotearoa.

While there is plenty of uncertainty ahead, the desire

for travel and connection is strong.

There is an art to building back – we have to get the

balance just right. The Air New Zealand team, with

your support, has the right strategy, the right people

and the right mindset in place to succeed.

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini

Ngā mihi


Dame Therese Walsh — Chair

25 August 2022

3 – Always think forward. Creativity is thinking

up new things, innovation is doing them. We don’t

believe in going back to the way things were, we

believe in being prepared for the new abnormal.

So, there was no sitting on our hands during the

pandemic – we used the time to think forward and

do what we do best: innovate for our customers.

A lie flat Skynest in the Economy cabin was just

a concept in 2020 – but we have worked hard

to make this a reality as we know it will be a

gamechanger for economy travellers on ultra-

long-haul flights. Thinking forward is also about

having the right strategy in place. Our Kia Mau

strategy is coming to life, and we have taken the

bold step of reimagining how we work by going

agile as a workforce. We call it “Full Potential”

because that is exactly what it’s designed to do –

get us to our full potential. Whether it be with the

brilliant basics and delivering crucial incremental

improvements to our service or bigger ticket items

like a new loyalty platform. I firmly believe we are

building back an airline that’s world leading. Using

our time wisely over the past few years has meant

we could come out of the blocks firing, which is

exactly what we have done.

Greg Foran

Chief Executive Officer

Alison

Team Leader Contact Centre

Ritesh

Contact Centre Consultant

Andrew

DOC Ranger

Victoria

Sustainability Manager

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Q. Sustainability is a huge challenge

for aviation globally, where is Air New

Zealand channelling its efforts?

A. Variants of Covid-19 will pass, or at least be

something we learn to live with, but climate change

is the biggest crisis facing our industry. We are

an island nation dependent on our connections

with the rest of the world and we must find a more

sustainable way to fly if we want to ensure our

tourism and export industries thrive over the long-

term. I am proud of where we are in our journey, and

2022 marks a year of genuine progress on many of

our key decarbonisation goals.

We made a commitment to New Zealanders earlier

this year with Flight NZ0™, a body of work focused

on decarbonising to reach our goal of net zero

carbon emissions by 2050. More recently, we set an

interim science-based target to 2030 to guide us on

our journey to 2050. Being the second airline in the

world to announce the accreditation of this target by

an independent third-party is particularly important

– we know you get one point for talking, nine points

for doing and we are committed to taking genuine

climate action.

SAF and Zero Emissions Aircraft Technology (ZEAT)

are the key to reducing around 70 percent of our

total emissions. In the past year, we have partnered

with public and private organisations to accelerate

the research and development of these. One thing

that is clear to me, is that we cannot solve for this

crisis alone. Supportive policy frameworks will

be crucial to accelerating the introduction and

production of SAF into New Zealand – we have been

vocal in this space and will continue to drive for a

collective approach to solving this issue.

Q. Any final thoughts as you

sign off FY22?

A. I think I say this every year, but it’s been another

big year for Air New Zealand. Hiring back and

training staff, borders reopening, a recapitalisation,

announcing our new cabin experiences, and the

hundreds of little things in between. Combine

that with high fuel prices, soaring inflation, higher

operating costs and the risk of a global recession –

it sure has been a bit of a ride.

But one thing we know for sure is that we wouldn’t

be where we are today without the loyalty and

support of our customers and shareholders, and I

want to thank them for sticking by us when things

got tough. I’d also like to thank our people. You

are what makes Air New Zealand one of the best

airlines in the world and I’m so grateful for the hard

mahi you put in everyday to keep us going.

Flight NZ0002

AKL JFK

Flying direct to New York City

from 17 September 2022

Q. The needs of customers have changed,

how are you adapting to this?

A. Customers are at the core of every decision we

make, and in this new world, simplicity is key. What

our customers want is a seamless experience from

the minute they visit our website to book, until they

collect their bags at the other end. If we can take the

friction out of this end-to-end journey, then we are

doing our job.

So we are delivering on this. Our next generation

app launches shortly, building on the legacy of

what we know our customers love. It will have

clearer prompts for self-service, integrated travel

notifications and critical day-of-travel information so

customers know the status of their flight at all times.

We also know customers no longer wish to transit

through busy airports, and demand for ultra-long-

haul travel has increased. We’re giving them the

ability to fly direct from Auckland to New York in just

over 16 hours. We know they want to arrive rested,

so we will be refitting our cabins to offer customers

a restful night’s sleep, no matter where they are on

the aircraft. Skynest is a world leading innovation

and one that we’ve worked hard to get right.

Similarly, our new Business Premier Luxe Suites

have been designed for travellers that require a little

more space and privacy.

But it’s not just the big things. We will continue to

offer 100,000 fares under $100 at any one time,

because we know the importance of affordable

fares. And that unique kiwi hospitality that

customers love when they step on-board our

aircraft, that’s not going anywhere either.

We’ve spent a lot of time over the last year setting

ourselves up for success. As I said earlier, our Kia

Mau strategy is coming to life, and while we are still

feeling the effects of Covid-19, the passion for travel

is stronger than ever.

Ngā mihi


Greg Foran

Chief Executive Officer

25 August 2022

Inzaf

Cargo Airline Clerk

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Launched

Flight NZ0™ to

guide us and keep us

accountable on our

journey to net zero

carbon emissions

by 2050

New safety video –

‘Tiaki & The Guardians’

released, inviting

customers to care for

our land, people and

culture now and for

future generations

Commenced

a joint initiative with

Airbus to research

how green hydrogen-

powered aircraft

could operate in

New Zealand

Through the airline’s

voluntary carbon offsetting

programme, FlyNeutral,

customers donated over

$1 million to support positive

biodiversity outcomes in

New Zealand and permanently

offset over 55,000 tonnes

of CO

2

-e

Designed more

sustainable serviceware,

to be launched in October

2022, reducing the weight of

premium serviceware by up

to 20 percent and removing

over 28 million fossil fuel

derived single-use

plastic items

Issued a Zero Emissions

Aircraft Technology (ZEAT)

Product Requirements

Document inviting aircraft

developers to engage with

the airline in their

alternative propulsion

aircraft projects

3

To help Air New Zealand deliver on its promise of

taking care further than any other airline on earth,

we have driven forward a number of key initiatives

on our sustainability agenda throughout 2022.

In particular, we have made meaningful progress

on a range of opportunities to reach our net zero

carbon emissions by 2050 target. We know that

significant action is crucial to enable us to maintain

our social licence to operate.

We are proud of where we are at on our journey but

acknowledge there is still much to achieve.

In partnership

with the Government,

formally invited global

sustainable aviation

fuel (SAF) producers to

scope local production

opportunities

in New Zealand

2

Set a 2030

science-aligned

carbon reduction

target, endorsed by

the Science-Based

Targets initiative

(SBTi)

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Air New Zealand sets an ambitious

2030 target, endorsed by the SBTi


This year, we became the second airline in the world

to announce an interim science-based target validated

by the SBTi, the global organisation responsible for

endorsing emissions reduction targets. Our 2030

target is to reduce carbon intensity by 28.9 percent,

compared to a 2019 baseline. This equates to a 16.3

percent reduction in absolute emissions and requires

us to reduce the carbon intensity associated with the

“well to wake” emissions (which is the end-to-end

fuel production process). These include emissions

from the use of jet fuel in-flight (scope 1 emissions)

as well as upstream emissions generated by the

production and distribution of that jet fuel (category 3,

scope 3 emissions).

Our 2030 target will act as a key milestone on our

journey to net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and

makes us accountable today. Implementing our

decarbonisation roadmap will be critical to achieving

this target – with SAF, zero emissions aircraft

technologies, continued fleet renewal and operational

efficiencies all playing a role.

To find out more, visit https://www.

airnewzealand.co.nz/press-release-

2022-airnz-second-airline-globally-to-

announce-ambitious-science-based-

emissions-reduction-target

Air New Zealand and the

Government join forces to consider

a domestic SAF industry

We believe the use of SAF on our long-haul flights is the

single biggest decarbonisation lever we can pull and

have a goal that 1 percent of our 2023 fuel uplift will be

SAF. We have also committed that 10 percent of our

2030 uplift will be SAF. However, there is currently no

local production in New Zealand largely due to the high

initial cost of establishing facilities and the ongoing

cost of production. As a result, SAF commands a

substantial price premium. We believe that with the

right policy and investment settings, production

in Aotearoa could be a game changer, making it a

commercially viable option for Air New Zealand and

the broader tourism industry.

In partnership with the Ministry of Business, Innovation

and Employment we launched a closed request for

proposals (RFP) process inviting sector innovators to

demonstrate the feasibility of SAF production in

New Zealand. We are currently reviewing these

submissions with a view to investigating the commercial

viability of select proposals shortly. Following this, it is

our hope that plant construction could commence,

and SAF could be available in New Zealand from 2027.

Commercially producing SAF would not only help

lower Air New Zealand’s emissions, but it would also

reduce emissions across the entire transport sector,

as well as create jobs and economic opportunities in

our regional communities.

To find out more, visit https://www.

airnewzealand.co.nz/press-release-

airnz-and-mbie-join-forces-to-scope-

out-sustainable-aviation-fuel-industry


ZEAT Product Requirements

Document released

New Zealand is uniquely placed to lead the world in

the deployment of ZEAT. Our domestic network is

made up of mostly short-range routes under two

hours duration, making it ideally suited to adopt

these technologies. New Zealand’s largely renewable

electricity grid also allows for cost effective

infrastructure to be established.

Our industry leading Zero Emissions Aircraft Product

Requirements Document (PRD) was released in

December 2021 and shares our vision for ZEAT

deployment. It allows current and future aircraft

developers to recognise both the opportunity here

in New Zealand and Air New Zealand’s ambition to

make this a reality as soon as possible. The PRD

provides an operator-specific set of principles

to guide aircraft developers in their alternative

propulsion aircraft projects and allows Air New

Zealand to understand technology readiness

and pinpoint technology leaders for ongoing

engagement. A zero emissions aircraft strategy has

been developed following comprehensive analysis

of submissions received under the PRD and

extensive engagement with respondents. Further

engagement with leading respondents will take

place to test the most viable opportunities.

To find out more, visit https://www.

airnewzealand.co.nz/press-release-

2021-seeking-innovators-next-gen-

aircraft

1.

2.

2022

by the numbers

WORLD’S SAFEST AIRLINE

#1

INTERNATIONAL ROUTES RELAUNCHED

27 of 29

FLIGHTS OPERATED

123,614

CUSTOMERS CARRIED ON OUR NETWORK

7,745,000

INFLIGHT MEALS SERVED TO CUSTOMERS

OUT OF TĀMAKI MAKARAU

JUST OVER

1 million

COOKIE TIME COOKIES MUNCHED

3.1 million

AIR NEW ZEALANDERS DOING

AMAZING THINGS

9,295

DOMESTIC FARES SOLD FOR UNDER $100

3.85 million

CUSTOMER CREDITS FULLY REDEEMED

690,000

HOURS SPENT MAINTAINING OUR FLEETS

926,000

ENGAGEMENTS ACROSS OUR

SOCIAL CHANNELS

1,692,630

KIWIS BROUGHT BACK INTO NEW ZEALAND

WHILE THE BORDERS WERE CLOSED

254 ,126

KILOGRAMS OF CARGO CARRIED AROUND

THE GLOBE

108 million

YEARS OF PARTNERSHIP WITH

DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION

10 awesome

NEW ROUTE ANNOUNCED – DIRECT FLIGHTS

FROM AUCKLAND TO NEW YORK CITY

1 exciting

WELCOMED INTO OUR FLEET – 1 ATR

AND 2 A320 NEOS

3 new aircraft

REOPENED AROUND THE GLOBE

25 lounges

KIWIS VACCINATED ON OUR 787 JABASEAT

VACCINATION CLINIC

300

ITEMS BOUGHT VIA THE AIRPOINTS

TM


STORE – UP FROM 200,000 LAST YEAR

250,000

PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS DOCUMENT RELEASED TO ACCELERATE

THE DEVELOPMENT OF ZERO EMISSIONS AIRCRAFT TECHNOLOGY

1 industry-leading

RAISED DURING OUR RECAPITALISATION

2.2 billion

ANNOUNCED FOR OUR FUTURE 787 CABIN

7 options

AIR NEW ZEALANDERS WELCOMED

INTO OUR WHĀNAU

1,500

MORE THAN

3.

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AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REVIEW 2022AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

FINANCIAL COMMENTARY

The impact of Covid-19 on

international and domestic

travel for the majority of

the 2022 financial year

resulted in Air New Zealand

reporting a loss before

other significant items and

taxation

1

of $725 million.

Including the impact of

other significant items,

statutory losses before

taxation were $810 million.

Revenue

Operating revenue for the year increased 8.6 percent

to $2.7 billion, driven by Cargo as well as improved

international passenger demand in the last financial

quarter following the staged opening of New Zealand’s

border from March 2022. These increases helped

offset the impact of reduced domestic passenger

flying throughout the majority of the year as a result

of local travel restrictions and Covid-19 related

disruptions. There was a nominal impact from foreign

exchange. Total capacity (Available Seat Kilometres,

ASK) including cargo-only flights, increased 15

percent compared to the same period last year, due to

additional demand for airfreight and support schemes

from the New Zealand and Australian Governments.

Passenger revenue remained stable at $1.5 billion,

as increased international flying following the staged

border opening was offset by reduced domestic

flying related to Covid-19. Excluding cargo-only

flights, capacity increased by 3.4 percent driven by

increased long-haul flying towards the end of the

year. Demand (Revenue Passenger Kilometres, RPK)

increased more than capacity, resulting in a load

factor of 67.1 percent, an increase of 9.8 percentage

points on the prior year. Revenue per Available Seat

Kilometre (RASK) decreased 2.9 percent excluding

FX and was impacted by a change in sector mix with

proportionately less shorter sector domestic flying

and more international flying.

International long-haul capacity increased 17 percent

(excluding cargo-only flights) as border openings

drove the return of passenger demand for North

America and Singapore in the latter part of the

year. Demand on international long-haul routes

increased 151 percent, with load factors increasing

30.7 percentage points to 57.5 percent. International

long-haul RASK increased by 37 percent and was only

nominally impacted by foreign exchange.

International short-haul capacity increased by 20

percent, as border openings drove more trans-Tasman

and Pacific Islands services. An increased schedule

of services was operated from March and April 2022

following the staged border openings. Demand

on international short-haul routes improved by 101

percent, with load factors increasing 29.2 percentage

points to 72.7 percent. International short-haul RASK

was up 72.5 percent and was only nominally impacted

by foreign exchange.

Domestic capacity decreased 10 percent, due to

various lockdowns, travel restrictions and infection

waves impacting passenger demand much more than

in the previous financial year. As a result, domestic

12

FINANCIAL COMMENTARY

1. Loss before other significant items and taxation represent Earnings stated in compliance with NZ IFRS (Statutory Earnings) after excluding items which, due to their size or

nature, warrant separate disclosure to assist with the underlying financial performance of the Group. Loss before other significant items and taxation is reported within the

Group financial statements which are audited by the external auditors. Further details are contained within Note 3 of the Group financial statements.

demand declined more than capacity at 19 percent,

with load factors decreasing by 7.3 percentage points

to 70.1 percent. Domestic RASK declined 10 percent

and was not impacted by foreign exchange.

Cargo revenue was $1.0 billion, an increase of 32

percent. Foreign exchange had a nominal impact.

The increase was driven by higher demand for

airfreight as well as additional scheduled flying

under the New Zealand and Australian Government’s

airfreight schemes (the Maintaining International

Air Connectivity scheme and the International

Freight Assistance Mechanism). This resulted in

cargo-only capacity increasing 19 percent compared

to the prior year. Freight yields also improved 4.0

percent, reflecting fewer international carriers in the

New Zealand market.

Contract services and other revenue was $242 million,

a decrease of 13 percent, driven primarily by reduced

maintenance activity on contracts for third-parties and

less passenger activity. There was a nominal impact

from foreign exchange.

Expenses

Operating expenditure increased by $555 million or

25 percent, to $2.7 billion with variable cost growth

reflecting the airline’s recovery ahead of the staged

border reopenings. Higher labour costs, increased jet

fuel prices and the absence of aviation subsidy support

– a feature of the prior corresponding period – all

contributed to the overall increase. Reported costs per

ASK (CASK) increased 9.1 percent, with a significant

increase in fuel price being the largest impact.

Victoria

Communications Manager

Olivia

Senior Brand

and Marketing Specialist

Johnny

Chapter Lead SA

Customer Direct Sales

and Service

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FINANCIAL COMMENTARY

14

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REVIEW 2022

FINANCIAL COMMENTARY (CONTINUED)

Underlying CASK, which excludes the impact of fuel

price, foreign exchange and third-party maintenance

as well as the absence of aviation subsidy support,

improved by 0.6 percent. This was largely due to a

change in the mix of network flying, with a greater

portion of lower cost, cargo-only flying.

Labour costs were $976 million, increasing by

$146 million or 18 percent. Foreign exchange had

no impact for the year. Full-Time Equivalent labour

(FTE) increased 13 percent to approximately 8,900

compared to the prior year representing 74 percent

of FTE labour compared to pre-Covid levels of

approximately 12,000. The increase in FTE was driven

by the recall and hiring of operational and support

workforces to build back capacity as travel restrictions

eased and routes relaunched. In addition to increased

staffing levels, salary increases, a provision for

incentive payments and employee recognition awards

contributed to the increased costs.

Fuel costs were $560 million, increasing by $249

million or 80 percent. Excluding the impact of

foreign exchange, fuel costs grew by 75 percent.

The increase was largely driven by a higher average

fuel price, which included the benefit of hedging, of

62 percent or $192 million. A 92 percent increase

in the underlying Singapore Jet fuel price, and to

a lesser extent, increases in the price of domestic

carbon offsets, drove $288 million of the additional

cost and were partially offset by an additional $96

million of hedging gains. Fuel consumption increased

14 percent in the year, due to the 15 percent increase

in capacity due to passenger and cargo-only flying,

resulting in an additional $41 million in costs.

A weaker New Zealand dollar also resulted in a fuel

cost increase of $16 million.

Aircraft operations, passenger services and

maintenance costs were $787 million, representing

an increase of $99 million, or 14 percent. Excluding

support received in the prior year under the

Government’s aviation support package, which did

not repeat in the current year, costs increased by

$41 million or 5.5 percent. Increased flying activity and

costs related to restarting the network largely drove

the increased costs across these areas.

Sales and marketing and other expenses were $412

million, growing $87 million or 27 percent reflecting

increased brand activity to support sales and borders

reopening, commissions and digital activity.

Ownership costs decreased by $49 million or 6.1

percent, driven by reduction in depreciation due

to impairment of grounded 777-300ER widebody

aircraft that occurred in the prior year and aircraft

offset by lower aircraft impairment charges, reduced

redundancy costs and lower losses on foreign

exchange hedging where the forecast transaction was

no longer expected to occur compared to the prior

year. A gain on sale of landing slots was not repeated

in the current year.

Cash and Financial Position

Cash on hand at 30 June 2022 was $1.8 billion, an

increase of $1.5 billion since the prior year. This

balance reflects the net proceeds from the airline’s

recapitalisation in May 2022, the remaining balance

of Redeemable Shares outstanding to the Crown and

cash flows from operating activities following the

announcement of border reopenings from March 2022,

partially offset by repayment of PAYE and FBT deferrals,

debt and lease payments and new aircraft purchases.

In May 2022, the airline completed a capital raise

consisting of approximately $1.2 billion of ordinary

equity and $600 million of unsecured debt, as well

as a new $400 million undrawn Crown Facility.

Proceeds from the capital raise were used to

repay $850 million of the previous Crown Facility,

exits, partially offset by A320neo and ATR aircraft

deliveries. Excluding the benefit of foreign exchange,

ownership costs decreased by 4.4 percent.

The impact of foreign exchange rate changes on the

revenue and cost base in the period resulted in a

unfavourable foreign exchange movement of $6 million.

After taking into account a $26 million favourable

movement in hedging, overall foreign exchange had

a net $20 million positive impact on the Group result

for the period.

Share of Earnings of Associates

Share of earnings of associates increased by $8 million

to $27 million for the year, reflecting higher engine

volumes and mix of maintenance work being serviced

by the Christchurch Engine Centre.

Other Significant Items

Other significant items represented a loss of $85 million

during the year, a decrease of $114 million relative to

the prior year. These items relate to unrealised foreign

exchange losses on foreign denominated debt of

$186 million, the impairment of software of $24 million

strengthen the balance sheet, improve liquidity and

position the airline for recovery from the pandemic.

Operating cash flows were a net inflow of $550 million,

reflecting favourable working capital movements

including revenue received for ticket sales in advance

of flying, partially offset by a deterioration in cash

earnings resulting from travel restrictions across

most of the financial year and repayment of PAYE

and FBT deferrals.

Net gearing improved 25.7 percentage points to

45.4 percent compared to 30 June 2021, driven by

the equity raise and partially offset by net losses after

taxation, investment in the airline’s fleet and foreign

exchange movements.

The Directors have not declared a final dividend for the

2022 financial year, choosing to focus on preserving

liquidity while continuing to navigate the airline through

the post pandemic recovery. The Board does not

expect to consider payment of dividends before the

airline achieves a consistent recovery in earnings.

Dawnea

Flight Attendant

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|

FINANCIAL SUMMARY

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REVIEW 2022AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

Financial Performance


12 MONTHS TO

30 JUNE 2022

$M

R E S TAT E D

12 MONTHS TO

30 JUNE 2021

$M

Operating Revenue

Passenger revenue

Cargo

Contract services and other revenue

1,476

1,016

242

1,470

769

278

Operating Expenditure

Labour

Fuel

Maintenance

Aircraft operations

Passenger services

Sales and marketing

Foreign exchange losses

Other expenses

2,73 4

(976)

(560)

(259)

(412)

(116)

(131)

(3)

(281)

2,517

(830)

(311)

(254)

(350)

(84)

(73)

(29)

(252)

(2,738) (2,183)

Operating Earnings (excluding items below)

Depreciation and amortisation

Net finance costs

Share of earnings of associates (net of taxation)

(4)

(668)

(80)

27

334

(715)

(82)

19

Loss Before Other Significant Items and Taxation

Other significant items

(725)

(85)

(444)

29

Loss Before Taxation

Taxation credit

(810)

219

(415)

123

Net Loss Attributable to Shareholders of Parent Company(591) (292)

Net tangible assets per share (cents) 39 86

Cash Flows


12 MONTHS TO

30 JUNE 2022

$M

R E S TAT E D

12 MONTHS TO

30 JUNE 2021

$M

Cash inflows from operating activities

Cash outflows from operating activities

3,360

(2,810)

2,517

(2,199)

Net cash flow from operating activities

Net cash flow from investing activities

Net cash flow from financing activities

550

(331)

1,308

318

(177)

(313)

Increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year

1,527

266

(172)

438

Cash and Cash Equivalents at the End of the Year1,793266

FINANCIAL SUMMARY

16

The key changes in earnings, after isolating the impact of foreign exchange

movements, are set out in the table below*:

*The numbers referred to in the Financial Commentary on the previous page have not isolated the impact of foreign exchange.

June 2021

loss before taxation

Passenger capacity

$49m

- Capacity increased by 3 percent (excluding cargo-only flights) due to relaxation of travel

restrictions and reopening of borders. Including cargo-only flights capacity increased by

15 percent.

- Domestic capacity declined by 10 percent reflecting nationwide lockdowns and extended

non-essential travel restrictions in the Auckland region, as well as the occurrence of multiple

Covid-19 infection waves.

- International short-haul capacity increased by 20 percent. Border restrictions and isolation

requirements reduced scheduled services for most of the year. Staged border reopenings

and relaxation of travel restrictions saw strong customer demand and an increase in passenger

services from March 2022.

- International long-haul capacity increased 17 percent due to the removal of travel restrictions

and border reopenings in the latter half of the 2022 financial year.

Passenger RASK

-$43m

- Domestic Revenue per Available Seat Kilometre (RASK) declined by 10 percent excluding

FX and loads declined 7.3 percentage points to 70.1 percent as a result of domestic travel

restrictions and disruptions.

- International short-haul RASK improved by 72.5 percent excluding FX and loads increased

29.2 percentage points to 72.7 percent.

- International long-haul RASK improved by 37 percent excluding FX and loads increased

30.7 percentage points to 57.5 percent as borders reopened and customer demand improved

in the second half of 2022. In earlier periods limited passenger services, primarily for essential

travel and repatriations, supplemented cargo services.

- Overall Group RASK declined 2.9 percent excluding FX and was impacted by a change in mix

of network flying in the current year from shorter sectors towards longer international sectors.

Loads increased by 9.8 percentage points to 67.1 percent.

Cargo revenue

$247m

- Cargo revenue improved due to increased capacity as a result of more international widebody

flying, higher customer demand and additional cargo-only scheduled flights awarded by the

New Zealand and Australian Governments under the airfreight schemes.

Contract services and

other revenue

-$38m

- Reduced maintenance work for third-parties and border restrictions reduced customer activity.

Labour

-$146m

- Higher staffing levels due to an increase in operational activity, reinstatement of performance

incentives, employee recognition awards and reduced Government wage subsidies.

Fuel

-$233m

- Singapore Jet price increased by 92 percent. The average fuel price net of hedging increased 54

percent compared to the prior year resulting in an increase in costs of $192 million. Consumption

increased by 14 percent ($41 million) compared to an increase in capacity of 15 percent.

Maintenance, aircraft

operations and

passenger services

-$38m

- Higher costs related to an increase in flying activity and recommencement of international routes.

Aviation support package

-$59m

- Receipt of aviation relief package subsidies in the prior year not repeated in the current year.

Sales and marketing

and other expenses

-$83m

- Higher brand spend to support sales activity and route relaunches as well as increased

commissions and digital activity.

Ownership costs

$35m

- Decrease in depreciation reflecting impairment of grounded widebody aircraft in the prior year

and aircraft exits partially offset by new aircraft deliveries.

Net impact of foreign

exchange movements

$20m

- Net favourable impact of foreign exchange from reduced hedging losses offset by currency

movements on revenue and costs.

Share of earnings of

associates

$8m

- Increase in earnings from Christchurch Engine Centre driven by higher engine volumes and

heavier mix of maintenance visits.

Other significant items

-$114m

- Reduction in foreign exchange gains on uncovered debt, software impairment and gain on sale

of landing slots in the prior year partially offset by reduced reorganisation costs, lower aircraft

impairment and lease modification costs and a decrease in de-designation of hedges as a result

of forecast transactions no longer being expected to occur.

June 2022

loss before taxation

-$415m

-$810m

CHANGE IN PROFITABILITY

Profi t drivers
Grow

Domestic

Profitably grow and enhance our iconic

domestic offering, providing New

Zealanders with even more choice as the

best-connected country in the world

Optimise

International

Connecting New Zealanders and

our exports to the world through an

optimal international network and

premium leisure product

Lift

Loyalty

Increase products and benefits

members value from our Airpoints™

programme, supercharging the loyalty

ecosystem for the airline

Our Kia Mau strategy is focused on 3 clear drivers

of value creation, executed through excellence

and innovation across 4 key business enablers.

Enabled by strong culture and focused investment

Brilliant

Basics

Operational excellence that

provides a seamless travel

experience for our customers –

do it right, first time, every time

Serious about

Sustainability

Committed to meaningful

action to reduce our

carbon impact

Digital

Dexterity

Technology focused on delivering

a world-class experience for

our people and customers while

driving efficiencies

Prioritising

People & Safety

Putting people, health

and safety first

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KIA MAU STRATEGY

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

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Financial Position

A S AT


30 JUNE 2022

$M

R E S TAT E D

30 JUNE 2021

$M

Bank and short-term deposits

Trade and other receivables

Inventories

Derivative financial assets

Other assets

1,793

363

98

165

78

266

252

92

79

137

Total Current Assets2,497826

Trade and other receivables

Property, plant and equipment

Right of use assets

Intangible assets

Investments in other entities

Derivative financial assets

Deferred taxation

Other assets

36

3,190

1,617

147

164

143

164

392

92

3,128

1,989

169

138

-

-

342

Total Non-Current Assets5,8535,858

Total Assets8,3506,684

Trade and other payables

Revenue in advance

Interest-bearing liabilities

Lease liabilities

Derivative financial liabilities

Provisions

Income taxation

Other liabilities

497

1,635

248

342

63

169

2

215


524

689

524

383

11

58

-

164

Total Current Liabilities3,1712,353

Revenue in advance

Interest-bearing liabilities

Derivative financial liabilities

Lease liabilities

Redeemable shares

Provisions

Other liabilities

Deferred taxation

219

1,595

159

1,183

200

118

28

-

503

1,023

-

1,378

-

241

30

58

Total Non-Current Liabilities3,5023,233

Total Liabilities6,6735,586

Net Assets 1,6771,098


Share capital

Reserves

3,373

(1,696)

2,213

(1,115)

Total Equity1,6771,098

The summary financial information has been derived from, and should be read in conjunction with, the Air New Zealand Group Annual Financial

Statements (the ‘Annual Financial Statements’). The Annual Financial Statements, dated 25 August 2022, are available at: airnzinvestor.com.

The summary financial information cannot be expected to provide as complete an understanding as provided by the Annual Financial Statements.

The accounting policies used in these financial statements are attached in the notes to the Annual Financial Statements.

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ANNUAL
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2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
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DIRECTORS’ STATEMENT

The directors of Air New Zealand Limited are pleased to present to shareholders the Annual Report* and financial statements for

Air New Zealand and its controlled entities (together the “Group”) for the year to 30 June 2022.

The directors are responsible for presenting financial statements in accordance with New Zealand law and generally accepted accounting

practice, which give a true and fair view of the financial position of the Group as at 30 June 2022 and the results of the Group’s operations

and cash flows for the year ended on that date.

The directors consider the financial statements of the Group have been prepared using accounting policies which have been consistently

applied and supported by reasonable judgements and estimates and that all relevant financial reporting and accounting standards have

been followed.

The directors believe that proper accounting records have been kept in accordance with the requirements of the Financial Markets

Conduct Act 2013.

The directors consider that they have taken adequate steps to safeguard the assets of the Group, and to prevent and detect fraud and

other irregularities. Internal control procedures are also considered to be sufficient to provide a reasonable assurance as to the integrity

and reliability of the financial statements.

This Annual Report is signed on behalf of the Board by:

Dame Therese Walsh Alison Gerry

Chair Director

25 August 2022

Contents

Statement of Financial Performance 2

Statement of Comprehensive Income 3

Statement of Changes In Equity 4

Statement of Financial Position 5

Statement of Cash Flows 6

Statement of Accounting Policies 7

Notes to the Financial Statements

1. Revenue Recognition and Segmental Information 10

2. Expenses 11

3. Other Significant Items 12

4. Taxation 12

5. Earnings Per Share 14

6. Cash and Cash Equivalents 14

7. Trade and Other Receivables 15

8. Inventories 15

9. Other Assets 16

10. Property, Plant and Equipment 17

11. Right of Use Assets 20

12. Intangible Assets 21

13. Investments in Other Entities 22

14. Revenue in Advance 23

15. Interest-Bearing Liabilities 24

16. Lease Liabilities 25

17. Redeemable Shares 27

18. Provisions 27

19. Other Liabilities 28

20. Share Capital 29

21. Reserves 31

22. Commitments 31

23. Contingent Liabilities 32

24. Financial Risk Management 32

25. Offsetting Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities 41

26. Related Parties 42

27. Impact of New Accounting Interpretations 44

Independent Auditor’s Report 46

Five Year Statistical Review 50

Corporate Governance Statement 54

Employee Remuneration 67

Remuneration Report 68

Climate-Related Disclosures 71

Interests Register 81

Directors’ Interests in Air New Zealand Securities 82

Indemnities and Insurance 82

Subsidiary and Joint Venture Companies 83

Other Disclosures 84

Operating Fleet Statistics 85

Securities Statistics 86

General Information 88

Shareholder Directory IBC

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

* This document, in conjunction with the Air New Zealand Annual Shareholder Review 2022,

constitutes the 2022 Annual Report to shareholders of Air New Zealand Limited.

The accompanying accounting policies and notes form part of these financial statements.2
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022

NOTES


2022

$M

R E S TAT E D

2021

$M

Operating Revenue

Passenger revenue

Cargo

Contract services

Other revenue


1,476

1,016

117

125


1,470

769

161

117

Operating Expenditure

Labour

Fuel

Maintenance

Aircraft operations

Passenger services

Sales and marketing

Foreign exchange losses

Other expenses

1 2,73 4

(976)

(560)

(259)

(412)

(116)

(131)

(3)

(281)

2,517

(830)

(311)

(254)

(350)

(84)

(73)

(29)

(252)

2(2,738) (2,183)

Operating Earnings (excluding items below)

Depreciation and amortisation

(4)

(668)

334

(715)

Loss Before Finance Costs, Associates, Other Significant Items and Taxation

Finance income

Finance costs

Share of earnings of associates (net of taxation)13

(672)

14

(94)

27

(381)

8

(90)

19

Loss Before Other Significant Items and Taxation

Other significant items3

(725)

(85)

(444)

29

Loss Before Taxation

Taxation credit4

(810)

219

(415)

123

Net Loss Attributable to Shareholders of Parent Company(591) (292)

Per Share Information:

Basic and diluted earnings per share (cents)

Net tangible assets per share (cents)

5(40.8)

39

(26.0)

86



The accompanying accounting policies and notes form part of these financial statements.3
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022

NOTE


2022

$M

R E S TAT E D

2021

$M

Net Loss for the Year

Other Comprehensive Income:

Items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss:

Actuarial (losses)/gains on defined benefit plans

Taxation on above reserve movements4

(591)

(5)

1

(292)

6

(2)

Total items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss

Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss:

Changes in fair value of cash flow hedges

Transfers to net loss from cash flow hedge reserve

Net translation gain/(loss) on investment in foreign operations

Changes in cost of hedging reserve

Taxation on above reserve movements

(4)

111

(96)

3

(5)

1

4

64

35

(3)

4

(32)

Total items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss1468

Total Other Comprehensive Income for the Year, Net of Taxation1072

Total Comprehensive Loss for the Year, Attributable to Shareholders of the Parent Company(581)(220)

The accompanying accounting policies and notes form part of these financial statements.4
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022

NOTES

SHARE

CAPITAL

$M

HEDGE

RESERVES

$M

FOREIGN

CURRENCY

TRANSLATION

RESERVE

$M

R E S TAT E D

GENERAL

RESERVES

$M

R E S TAT E D

TOTAL

EQUITY

$M

Balance as at 1 July 20212,213(49)(17)(1,042)1,105

Application of IFRIC interpretation27---(7)(7)

Restated balance as at 1 July 20212,213(49)(17)(1,049)1,098

Net loss for the year

Other comprehensive income for the year

-

-

-

7

-

7

(591)

(4)

(591)

10

Total Comprehensive Loss for the Year - 7 7(595) (581)

Transactions with Owners:

Shares issued

Equity-settled share-based payments (net of taxation)

Equity settlements of staff share award obligations

20

4, 20

20

1,156

8

(4)

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

1,156

8

(4)

Total Transactions with Owners 1,160 - - -1,160

Balance as at 30 June 2022 3,373 (42) (10) (1,644) 1,677

NOTES

SHARE

CAPITAL

$M

HEDGE

RESERVES

$M

FOREIGN

CURRENCY

TRANSLATION

RESERVE

$M

R E S TAT E D

GENERAL

RESERVES

$M

R E S TAT E D

TOTAL

EQUITY

$M

Balance as at 1 July 20202,209(123)(11)(757)1,318

Application of IFRIC interpretation27---(4)(4)

Restated balance as at 1 July 20202,209(123)(11)(761)1,314

Net loss for the year

Other comprehensive income for the year

-

-

-

74

-

(6)

(292)

4

(292)

72

Total Comprehensive Loss for the Year - 74 (6) (288) (220)

Transactions with Owners:

Equity-settled share-based payments (net of taxation)4, 20 4 - - - 4

Total Transactions with Owners4 - - -4

Balance as at 30 June 2021 2,213 (49) (17) (1,049) 1,098

The accompanying accounting policies and notes form part of these financial statements.5
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

NOTES


2022

$M

R E S TAT E D

2021

$M

Current Assets

Bank and short-term deposits

Trade and other receivables

Inventories

Derivative financial assets

Other assets

6

7

8

24

9


1,793

363

98

165

78


266

252

92

79

137

Total Current Assets 2,497 826

Non-Current Assets

Trade and other receivables

Property, plant and equipment

Right of use assets

Intangible assets

Investments in other entities

Derivative financial assets

Deferred taxation

Other assets

7

10

11

12

13

24

4

9


36

3,190

1,617

147

164

143

164

392

92

3,128

1,989

169

138

-

-

342

Total Non-Current Assets 5,853 5,858

Total Assets 8,350 6,684

Current Liabilities

Trade and other payables

Revenue in advance

Interest-bearing liabilities

Lease liabilities

Derivative financial liabilities

Provisions

Income taxation

Other liabilities

14

15

16

24

18

19

497

1,635

248

342

63

169

2

215

524

689

524

383

11

58

-

164

Total Current Liabilities 3,171 2,353

Non-Current Liabilities

Revenue in advance

Interest-bearing liabilities

Derivative financial liabilities

Lease liabilities

Redeemable shares

Provisions

Other liabilities

Deferred taxation

14

15

24

16

17

18

19

4


219

1,595

159

1,183

200

118

28

-

503

1,023

-

1,378

-

241

30

58

Total Non-Current Liabilities 3,502 3,233

Total Liabilities 6,673 5,586

Net Assets 1,677 1,098

Equity

Share capital

Reserves

20

21

3,373

(1,696)

2,213

(1,115)

Total Equity 1,677 1,098


Dame Therese Walsh

Chair

For and on behalf of the Board, 25 August 2022

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

Alison Gerry

Director

The accompanying accounting policies and notes form part of these financial statements.6
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

NOTES


2022

$M

R E S TAT E D

2021

$M

Cash Flows from Operating Activities

Receipts from customers

Payments to suppliers and employees

Income tax refunded

Interest paid

Interest received


3,353

(2,736)

-

( 74)

7


2,471

(2,116)

35

(83)

11

Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities6550318

Cash Flows from Investing Activities

Disposal of property, plant and equipment, intangibles and assets held for resale

Distribution from associates

Acquisition of property, plant and equipment, right of use assets and intangibles

Interest-bearing asset (payments)/receipts

Investment in associate

Investment in other entities

26

26

14

32

(327)

(34)

(12)

(4)

10

38

(226)

9

(8)

-

Net Cash Flow from Investing Activities(331)(177)

Cash Flows from Financing Activities

Ordinary Shares issued

Redeemable Shares issued

Interest-bearing liabilities drawdowns

Rollover of foreign exchange contracts*

Redemption of Redeemable Shares

Equity settlements of staff share award obligations

Interest-bearing liabilities payments

Lease liabilities payments

20

26

26

20

16

1,156

600

1,277

36

(400)

(4)

(1,030)

(327)

-

-

380

(184)

-

-

(178)

(331)

Net Cash Flow from Financing Activities 1,308 (313)

Increase/(Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year

1,527

266

(172)

438

Cash and Cash Equivalents at the End of the Year6 1,793 266

*Relates to gains/losses on rollover of foreign exchange contracts that hedge exposures in other financial periods.

STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022

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STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

Reporting entity

The financial statements presented are those of the consolidated Air New Zealand Group (the Group), including Air New Zealand Limited

and its subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates.

Air New Zealand’s primary business is the transportation of passengers and cargo on scheduled airline services.

Statutory base

The parent company, Air New Zealand Limited, is a profit-oriented entity, domiciled in New Zealand, registered under the Companies

Act 1993 and listed on the New Zealand and Australian Stock Exchanges. Air New Zealand Limited is a FMC Reporting Entity under the

Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 and the Financial Reporting Act 2013.

Basis of preparation

Air New Zealand prepares its financial statements in accordance with New Zealand Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (“NZ GAAP”).

NZ GAAP consists of New Zealand equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards (“NZ IFRS”) and other applicable financial

reporting standards as appropriate to profit-oriented entities. These financial statements comply with NZ IFRS and International Financial

Reporting Standards (“IFRS”).

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Directors on 25 August 2022.

Impact of Covid-19

During the Covid-19 pandemic the Group significantly reduced its network as demand declined following border closures and international

travel restrictions. In response to the impact, the Group took a number of actions including a reduction in flight capacity, labour reductions,

capital expenditure deferrals, cost reductions and modifications to various vendor and supplier agreements. In addition, the Group was

awarded grants for providing international airfreight services, applied for and received wage subsidies and a grant under an aviation

support package which provided temporary relief from passenger-based government charges and airways related fees.

Liquidity was supported by cancelling a significant amount of non-essential spend and deferring capital expenditure. The Group applied

for Covid-19 related tax relief by electing to carry back the 2020 financial year income tax loss and was granted a deferral of FBT and PAYE

for the period 1 July 2020 to 30 September 2021. Under the arrangement the Group deferred $298 million of FBT and PAYE repayments

(30 June 2021: $254 million). The FBT and PAYE liabilities arising during this period were repaid in January 2022 to March 2022.

In February and March 2022 the New Zealand Government made a series of announcements regarding the relaxation of travel restrictions

into New Zealand which commenced from April and May 2022. Following these announcements, the airline experienced increased

bookings for international travel which has resulted in stronger cash inflows from customer activity compared to the first six months of the

2022 financial year.

A debt funding arrangement with the New Zealand Government (CSF1 Loan Facility) was secured and amended in the prior year as the

impact of the pandemic progressed, to support the future business operations. In December 2021, the airline announced a revised Crown

support package, which gave the Group the ability to issue up to $1 billion of non-voting Redeemable Shares to the Crown and reduced

the CSF1 Loan Facility from $1.5 billion to $1 billion, with an extended term to January 2026. The Group was able to call for the Crown to

subscribe for up to $1 billion of Redeemable Shares once at least $850 million was drawn under the CSF1 Loan Facility. During the year, the

Group made further draw downs of $500 million under the CSF1 Loan Facility (30 June 2021: $350 million).

On 30 March 2022 the Group announced a $2.2 billion recapitalisation package to help position the airline for recovery. The package

included a pro rata renounceable Rights Offer to raise $1.2 billion of new Ordinary Shares as well as the issue of $600 million of

Redeemable Shares to the Crown and a new committed unsecured 4 year Crown loan facility of $400 million.

The Rights Offer commenced on 6 April 2022 and the shares were allotted on 9 May 2022. It allowed eligible shareholders an opportunity

to buy additional shares in the Group at a discount relative to the prevailing share price. Proceeds received from the capital raise were

partly used to repay $850 million drawn down under the CSF1 Loan Facility. Upon repayment of all outstanding amounts under the CSF1

Loan Facility arrangement, the facility was cancelled.

On 7 April 2022 the Group issued to the Crown $150 million of Redeemable Shares and on 6 May 2022 a further $450 million (refer Note 26

for further details).

On 30 March 2022 a new unsecured committed revolving loan facility (CSF2 Loan Facility) was entered into with the Crown for up to $400

million for a period through to 30 January 2026 for the purpose of providing additional liquidity, if required, as the airline recovers from

the effects of the pandemic. Further details are contained in Note 26. In addition, the Group issued unsecured, unsubordinated Australian

Medium Term Notes on 25 May 2022. Australian Medium Term Notes of AUD$300 million have a maturity date of 25 May 2026 and

AUD$250 million have a maturity date of 25 May 2029. Proceeds from the Australian Medium Term Notes were used to repay $400 million

of Redeemable Shares. As at 30 June 2022, $200 million of Redeemable Shares remained on issue.

Given the completion of an equity capital raise, the issue of the Australian Medium Term Notes, the entering into the CSF2 Loan Facility

with the Crown, and accessibility of additional debt funding, the Board has a reasonable expectation that the Group has sufficient

liquidity to continue to operate for the foreseeable future. Therefore, a going concern basis has been adopted in the preparation of the

financial statements.

8
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

Basis of measurement

The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis with the exception of certain items as identified in specific

accounting policies and are presented in New Zealand Dollars which is the functional currency.

Use of accounting estimates and judgements

The preparation of financial statements requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires the directors to exercise

their judgement in the process of applying the Group’s accounting policies. Estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical

experience and other factors, as appropriate to the particular circumstances. The Group reviews the estimates and assumptions on an

ongoing basis.

Areas involving a higher degree of judgement or complexity, or areas where assumptions and estimates are significant to the financial

statements are disclosed within the specific accounting policy or note as shown below:

Area of estimate or judgement Note

Revenue in advance Note 1 Revenue recognition and segmental information

Note 14 Revenue in advance

Aircraft lease return provisions Note 18 Provisions

Estimated impairment of non-financial assets ‘Impairment’ accounting policy

Note 10 Property, plant and equipment

Note 11 Right of use assets

Residual values and useful lives of aircraft related assets Note 10 Property, plant and equipment

Note 11 Right of use assets

Reassessment of probability of forecast hedged cash flows Note 24 Financial risk management

Taxation Note 10 Taxation

Significant estimates are designated by an

symbol in the notes to the financial statements.

Significant accounting policies

Accounting policies are disclosed within each of the applicable notes to the financial statements and are designated by a symbol.

The principal accounting policies applied in the preparation of these financial statements have been consistently applied to all periods

presented, except as detailed below.

In April 2021, the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (“IFRIC”) issued an agenda decision on Configuration or

Customisation Costs in a Cloud Computing Arrangement (IAS 38). This Interpretation clarifies the accounting treatment in respect of costs

of configuring or customising a supplier’s application software in a Software as a Service (“SaaS”) arrangement. The interpretation has

been applied retrospectively and comparative information within the financial statements restated accordingly. Further details are set out

in Note 27.

The following NZ IFRSs and Interpretations, which have been issued but are not yet effective, have been identified as those that may

impact Air New Zealand in the period of their initial application, and have not yet been adopted by the Group:

NZ IFRS 17 - Insurance Contracts has not been adopted early. It provides consistent principles for all aspects of accounting for insurance

contracts. This standard, which becomes effective for annual periods commencing on or after 1 January 2023, will not have a significant

impact on the financial statements.

The External Reporting Board (‘XRB’) of New Zealand is currently developing reporting standards to support mandatory reporting on

climate risks. The XRB intends to issue a climate-related disclosure framework: Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Standards with three

Climate Standards being issued that set requirements for: Climate-related Disclosures; First-time adoption; and General Requirements

for Disclosures. The disclosure areas are expected to be in line with the international Task Force on Climate-related Disclosures (‘TCFD’),

being Governance, Strategy, Risk Management and Metrics & Targets.

The XRB anticipates issuing standards by December 2022. The first climate statement required under these new standards is expected

to be as at 30 June 2024, with mandatory assurance required on the Greenhouse Gas emissions included in the climate statements for

the 2025 Annual Report. The Group currently prepares separate voluntary Climate-related Financial Disclosures that follow the principles

outlined in the TCFD which do not form part of the Group financial statements.

The significant accounting policies which are pervasive throughout the financial statements are set out below. Other significant

accounting policies which are specific to certain transactions or balances are set out within the particular note to which they relate.

9
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

Basis of consolidation

The consolidated financial statements include those of Air New Zealand Limited and its subsidiaries, accounted for using the acquisition

method, and the results of its associates and joint ventures, accounted for using the equity method.

All material intercompany transactions, balances and unrealised gains on transactions between group companies are eliminated on

consolidation. Unrealised losses are also eliminated unless the transaction provides evidence of an impairment of the asset transferred.

Unrealised gains on transactions between the Group, joint ventures and its associates are eliminated to the extent of the Group’s interest in

the joint ventures and associates.

Where a business combination is achieved in stages, previously held equity interests in the acquiree are remeasured to fair value at the

acquisition date and any corresponding gain or loss is recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance.

Foreign currency translation

Functional currency

Items included in the financial statements of each of the Group’s entities are measured using the currency of the primary economic

environment in which the entity operates (the “functional currency”).

Transactions and balances

Foreign currency transactions are converted into the relevant functional currency using exchange rates approximating those at transaction

date. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies at balance date are translated at the exchange rate at that date.

Non-monetary assets and liabilities that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are translated using the exchange

rate at the date of the transaction. Foreign exchange gains or losses are recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance, except

when deferred in equity as qualifying cash flow hedges and qualifying net investment hedges.

Group companies

The results and financial position of all group entities that have a functional currency different from the presentation currency are

translated into the presentation currency as follows:

(a) assets and liabilities are translated at the closing rate at the reporting date;

(b) income and expenses are translated at exchange rates approximating those at transaction date; and

(c) all resulting exchange differences are recognised as a separate component of equity and in Other Comprehensive Income

(within Foreign Currency Translation Reserve).

On consolidation, exchange differences arising from the translation of the net investment in foreign entities, and of borrowings and other

currency instruments designated as hedges of such investments, are taken to equity.

Impairment

Non-financial assets are reviewed at each reporting date to determine whether there are any indicators that the carrying amount may

not be recoverable. If any such indicators exist, the asset’s recoverable amount is estimated. The recoverable amount is the higher of an

asset’s fair value less costs to sell and value-in-use. In assessing value-in-use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their

present value using a discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset.

An impairment loss is recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance for the amount by which the asset’s carrying amount exceeds

its recoverable amount. For the purposes of assessing impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest level for which there are separately

identifiable cash flows.

The carrying value of financial assets is assessed at each reporting date to determine whether there is any objective evidence of

impairment. Where necessary, the Group recognises provisions for expected credit losses based on 12-month or lifetime losses, depending

whether there has been a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition. The Group considers reasonable and supportable

information that is relevant and available without undue cost or effort. This includes both quantitative and qualitative information, based on

the Group’s historical experience and informed credit assessment, including forward-looking information.

10
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

1. Revenue Recognition and Segmental Information

Revenue is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Group and the revenue

can be reliably measured, regardless of when payment is made. Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration

received or receivable. Specific accounting policies are as follows:

Passenger and cargo revenue

Passenger and cargo sales revenue is recognised in revenue in advance at the fair value of the consideration received and

allocated to each flight sector based on industry agreements. Amounts for each sector of the ticket are transferred to revenue

in the Statement of Financial Performance when the actual carriage is performed. Unused tickets are recognised as revenue

using estimates regarding the timing of recognition based on the terms and conditions of the ticket and historical trends.

The Group operates various code share and alliance arrangements. Revenue under these arrangements is recognised when

the Group performs the carriage or otherwise fulfils all relevant contractual commitments.

Where one or more sectors are operated by another carrier the amount of the consideration received from the customer less

any amount payable to the other carrier is recognised in revenue on a net basis unless the Group has primary responsibility

for providing the service. Where the Group has primary responsibility for providing the service the amounts are recognised

gross within revenue and expenses.

Government grants which provide financial support to maintain certain transportation services are recognised within revenue

in the Statement of Financial Performance when the service is provided and the grant conditions are satisfied.

Loyalty programmes

Revenue associated with the award of Airpoints Dollars to Airpoints members as part of the initial sales transaction is

determined by reference to the relative standalone selling prices. These revenues as well as consideration received in respect

of sales of Airpoints Dollars to third parties is deferred to revenue in advance (net of estimated expiry) until such time as the

Airpoints member has redeemed their points. The estimate of expiry is based upon historical experience, assessments of

changes in customer behaviour and availability of redemption opportunities (such as international air operating capacity)

and is recognised in net passenger revenue in proportion to the pattern of rights exercised by the customer.

Contract services revenue

Where contract related services are performed over a contractually agreed period, and the amount of revenue and related

costs can be reliably measured, revenue is recognised based on the proportion of contract costs for work performed to date

relative to the estimated total costs. Other contract related revenue is recognised as services are performed.

Other revenue

Other revenue includes lounge revenue, Koru membership subscriptions, commissions and fees and is recognised at the

time the service is provided.

Finance income

Interest revenue from investments and fixed deposits is recognised as it accrues, using the effective interest method

where appropriate.

Cargo revenue – Government grants and assistance

2022

$M

2021

$M

Cargo government grants and assistance:

- New Zealand

- Other regions


370

33


321

12

Total cargo grants and assistance 403333

The Group was awarded grants to supply international airfreight services by the New Zealand Government through the Ministry of

Transport as part of its efforts to ensure the supply of critical imports and maintain economic benefits of high value New Zealand exports

during the Covid-19 pandemic. The arrangement was for a period from 30 April 2020 through to 31 March 2023. The awards were

negotiated on an arm’s length basis using standard commercial terms. Conditions attached to the grants recognised in the Statement of

Financial Performance have been satisfied as at balance date.

The Group was awarded from August 2020 to June 2022 contracts to provide international freight services on certain ports from Australia

to the United States under the Australian Government International Freight Assistance Mechanism (IFAM). IFAM was intended to restore

critical supply chains due to the impact of the global pandemic. Conditions attached to the award recognised in the Statement of Financial

Performance have been satisfied as at balance date.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

1. Revenue Recognition and Segmental Information (continued)

Segmental information

Air New Zealand operates predominantly in one segment, its primary business being the transportation of passengers and cargo on an

integrated network of scheduled airline services to, from and within New Zealand. Resource allocation decisions across the network are

made to optimise the consolidated Group’s financial result.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Analysis of revenue by geographical region of original sale

New Zealand

Australia and Pacific Islands

Asia, United Kingdom and Europe

America

2,031

221

247

235

2,033

153

163

168

Total operating revenue 2,734 2,517

The principal non-current assets of the Group are the aircraft fleet which is registered in New Zealand and employed across the

worldwide network. Accordingly, there is no reasonable basis for allocating the assets to geographical segments.

2. Expenses

Additional information in respect of expenses included within the Statement of Financial Performance is as follows:

2022

$M

2021

$M

Superannuation expense

Audit and review of financial statements*

42

1

41

1

* In addition to fees paid for the audit and review of the financial statements of $1,422k (30 June 2021: $1,225k), other fees were paid

for assurance engagements including the student fee protection audit of $5k (30 June 2021: $5k) and Greenhouse Gas inventory

review of $20k (30 June 2021: Nil). The Group also paid $17k to Deloitte for administrative and other advisory services provided to the

Corporate Taxpayers Group for which Air New Zealand, alongside a number of other organisations, is a member (30 June 2021: $17k).

The prior financial year also included fees for a US Passenger Facility Charge audit of $22k.

Government grants and subsidies

Government grants and subsidies which compensate the Group for expenses incurred are recognised in the Statement of

Financial Performance on a systematic basis over the period in which the related costs are recognised when they become

unconditional. Grants and subsidies are reported on a net basis in the same line as the related expense.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Government grants and subsidies recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance include:

Wage subsidies (recognised within ‘Labour’)

- New Zealand

- Other regions


48

1


52

4

Total wage subsidies

Aviation support grant (recognised within ‘Passenger services’)

Aviation support grant (recognised within ‘Aircraft operations’)

Aviation support grant (recognised within ‘Other expenses’)

49

-

-

-

56

18

40

1

Total aviation support grant - 59

Given the significant impact that Covid-19 has had on the New Zealand economy the New Zealand Government through the

Ministry of Social Development provided wage subsidies for periods where there were alert level restrictions and businesses could

demonstrate a decline in revenues as a result of the pandemic. Additional subsidies were received from other governments related

to offshore offices including Australia, the United States of America, Singapore and the Cook Islands. The wage subsidies were

recognised within Labour expenses as an offset to the underlying labour cost. Conditions attached to the government subsidies

which have been recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance have been satisfied.

The New Zealand Government through the Ministry of Transport provided an aviation support package as a result of the impact

of Covid-19 which included financial support to airlines to pay passenger-based government charges and Airways related fees.

The package covered the period from 1 March 2020 through to 31 December 2020. All conditions associated with the government

assistance were satisfied.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

Current and deferred taxation are calculated on the basis of tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at reporting

date, and are recognised in the income statement except when the tax relates to items charged or credited to other

comprehensive income, in which case the tax is also recognised in other comprehensive income.

Deferred income taxation is recognised in respect of temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and

liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements.

Deferred income tax assets and unused tax losses are only recognised to the extent that it is probable that future

taxable amounts will be available against which to utilise those temporary differences and losses.

3. Other Significant Items

Other significant items are items of revenue or expenditure which due to their size and nature warrant separate disclosure

to assist with the understanding of the underlying financial performance of the Group.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Foreign exchange (losses)/gains on uncovered interest-bearing liabilities and lease liabilities

Foreign exchange amounts transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve where the forecast

transaction is no longer expected to occur

Aircraft impairment and lease modifications

Impairment of intangible asset

Reorganisation costs

Gain on sale of landing slots

(43)


(13)

(6)

(24)

1

-

143


(18)

(78)

-

(39)

21

(85) 29

Foreign exchange (losses)/gains on uncovered interest-bearing liabilities and lease liabilities

Group policy is to manage foreign currency exposures arising from foreign currency denominated liabilities. Due to a significant decline

in forecast foreign currency revenue as a result of Covid-19, the Group was required to de-designate revenue hedges in the prior year

which resulted in certain foreign currency debt and lease obligations becoming unhedged. Foreign currency translation gains/losses

arising on these obligations are now recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance. Further details are set out in Note 24.

Foreign exchange amounts transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve where the forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur

Group policy is to manage risk exposures on foreign currency risk arising in respect of forecast operating cash flows. As a result of

Covid-19 there was a substantial decline in customer demand due to border closures and domestic travel restrictions. The airline

significantly reduced operating capacity, affecting revenues and operating expenditure. A number of foreign currency operating

revenue and expenditure transactions were de-designated. Where the forecast hedged transaction was no longer expected to occur, the

associated accumulated gains or losses were transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve to the Statement of Financial Performance.

Aircraft impairment and lease modifications

As a result of Covid-19 the Group significantly reduced its network capacity following border closures and international travel

restrictions. Due to the severe impact that the pandemic had on global demand for international air travel in prior years, the Boeing

777-200ER fleet and one Boeing 777-300ER aircraft were grounded for an indefinite period into the future. The Group has since

commenced a reactivation programme for the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft which re-entered service in August 2022. The impairment

provision held in relation to the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft was reversed as at 30 June 2022.

The aircraft and other associated assets were assessed for impairment to determine the recoverable amount based on the fair

value less costs to sell. Fair values were determined based on external market valuations. Net impairment expense of $4 million was

recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance in relation to these aircraft (30 June 2021: $58 million). In the prior year ended

30 June 2021 losses arising on lease modifications of $5 million were recognised in respect of these aircraft. Further details are set out

in Notes 10 and 11.

In prior years the Company exited from service the ATR72-500 fleet following a scheduled fleet replacement. As at 30 June 2021

five aircraft were classified as Held for Resale and were carried at the lower of their previous book value at the date of transfer or fair

value less costs to sell. The aircraft were disposed or parted-out in the 2022 financial year. An impairment expense of $2 million was

recognised during the year ended 30 June 2022 (30 June 2021: $15 million).

Impairment of intangible asset

The Group undertook, over a number of years, a software development project related to implementing an aircrew management

system. During the 2022 financial year the Group ceased development of a software programme associated with turboprop-related

aspects of the aircrew management system due to the high degree of complexity and expected delivery timeframes. The asset was fully

written down with an impairment expense of $24 million recognised against the capital work in progress (within ‘Intangible Assets’).

Reorganisation costs

Due to the unprecedented impact of Covid-19 on the airline, a reorganisation programme was undertaken to realign the cost base. This

resulted in a reduction in employee numbers in the prior year of over 4,000 staff, with redundancy costs being recognised over the period

including within the year ended 30 June 2021. In the 2022 financial year redundancy provisions of $1 million were released following the

recall of staff as a result of a recovery in customer demand.

Gain on sale of landing slots

The Group entered into an agreement to dispose of its London Heathrow slots following the announced withdrawal from the

London-Los Angeles route. Proceeds from the sale were received in December 2019. The gain on sale of $21 million was recognised in the

year ended 30 June 2021 upon formal transfer of the slots to the purchaser.

4 . Ta x a t i o n

13
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

4. Taxation (continued)

Judgements are required about the application of income tax legislation. These judgements and assumptions are

subject to risk and uncertainty. There is therefore a possibility that changes in circumstances will alter expectations,

which may impact the amount of current and deferred tax assets and liabilities recognised in the Statement of Financial

Position and the amount of other tax losses and temporary differences not yet recognised. In such circumstances,

some or all of the carrying amounts of recognised tax assets and liabilities may require adjustment, resulting in a

corresponding credit or charge to the Statement of Financial Performance.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Current taxation (expense)/credit

Current year (2) 33


Deferred taxation credit

Origination of temporary differences

Unused tax losses

(2)

29

192

33

(24)

114

22190

Total taxation credit recognised in earnings 219123


Reconciliation of effective tax rate

Loss before taxation (810) (415)

Taxation at 28%

Adjustments

Non-deductible expenses

Non-taxable income

Equity settlements

Reinstatement of tax depreciation on buildings

Other

227

(4)

1

-

-

(5)

116

(1)

6

(1)

3

-

Taxation credit 219123

The Group has $40 million of imputation credits as at 30 June 2022 (30 June 2021: $39 million).

Deferred taxation

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are attributable to the following:

NON-

AIRCRAFT

ASSETS

$M

AIRCRAFT

RELATED

$M

PROVISIONS

AND

ACCRUALS

$M

FINANCIAL


INSTRUMENTS

$M

PENSION

OBLIGATIONS

$M

EQUITY

SETTLEMENTS

$M

UNUSED

TA X LO S S E S

$M

TOTAL

$M

As at 1 July 2020 7 289(66) (51)(1) - (61)117

Application of IFRIC interpretation(2)------(2)

Restated as at 1 July 2020

Amounts recognised in Other

Comprehensive Income

Amounts recognised in earnings

5

-

(9)

289

-

29

(66)

-

7

(51)


31

-

(1)


2

(1)

-

-

(2)

(61)


-

(114)

115

33

(90)

As at 30 June 2021 (4) 318(59) (20) -(2)(175)58

Amounts recognised in Other

Comprehensive Income

Amounts recognised in earnings

-

(10)

-

(17)

-

(4)

-

-

(1)

-

-

2

-

(192)

(1)

(221)

As at 30 June 2022 (14)301(63)(20)(1)-(367)(164)

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset on the face of the Statement of Financial Position where they relate to entities within the

same taxation authority.

The Group is carrying forward $1,311 million of tax losses (30 June 2021: $625 million) that are available indefinitely for offsetting

against future taxable income. A deferred tax asset of $367 million (30 June 2021: $175 million) has been recognised in respect of

these losses as there are taxable temporary differences against which the tax losses can be offset. The Board considers it probable

that there will be sufficient future taxable profits against which the carried forward tax losses can be utilised.

14
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

5. Earnings Per Share

Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the profit/(loss) attributable to shareholders of the company by the

weighted average number of ordinary shares on issue during the year, excluding shares held as treasury stock. Diluted

earnings per share assumes conversion of all dilutive potential ordinary shares in determining the denominator.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Earnings for the purpose of basic and diluted earnings per share:

Net loss attributable to shareholders(591) (292)


Weighted average number of shares (in millions of shares)

Weighted average number of Ordinary Shares for basic and diluted earnings per share 1,449 1,123


Basic and diluted earnings per share (40.8) (26.0)

6. Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, demand deposits, current accounts in banks net of overdrafts and other

short-term highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an

insignificant risk of changes in value.

Cash flows are included in the Statement of Cash Flows net of Goods and Services Tax.

Cash and cash equivalents, as stated in the Statement of Cash Flows, are reconciled to the Bank and short-term deposits balance in

the Statement of Financial Position as follows:

2022

$M

2021

$M

Cash balances

Other short-term deposits and short-term bills

73

1,720

44

222

Total cash and cash equivalents 1,793 266


Reconciliation of Net Loss Attributable to Shareholders to Net Cash Flows from Operating Activities:

Net loss attributable to shareholders

Plus/(less) non-cash items:

Depreciation and amortisation

Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment, intangibles and assets held for resale

Impairment expense on property, plant and equipment, right of use assets and assets held for resale

Share of earnings of associates

Movement on fuel derivatives

Foreign exchange losses/(gains) on uncovered interest-bearing liabilities and lease liabilities

Amounts transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve where the forecast transaction is no longer

expected to occur

Foreign exchange losses

Other non-cash items

(591)

668

11

30

(27)

(10)

43


13

8

13

(292)

715

12

73

(19)

(21)

(143)


18

3

6


Net working capital movements:

Assets

Revenue in advance

Liabilities

158

(52)

662

(218)

352

98

(127)

(5)

392(34)

Net cash flow from operating activities 550 318

15
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

7. Trade and Other Receivables

Trade and other receivables are recognised at cost less any provision for lifetime expected credit losses. Bad debts are

written-off when they are considered to have become uncollectable.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Current

Trade and other receivables

Prepayments


313

50


192

60

363252


Non-current

Other receivables

Prepayments

-

36

39

53

3692

Expected credit loss provisions of $4 million were recognised as at 30 June 2022 (30 June 2021: $4 million).

8. Inventories

Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Cost is determined using the first-in, first-out

(FIFO) cost method. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less applicable

selling expenses.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Engineering expendables

Consumable stores

81

17

73

19

9892


Held at cost


Held initially at cost

Less provision for inventory obsolescence

83

73

(58)

78

74

(60)

Held at net realisable value 15 14

9892

16
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

9. Other Assets

Amounts owing from related parties

Amounts owing from related parties are recognised at cost less any provision for expected credit losses.

Contract work in progress

Contract work in progress is stated at cost plus the profit recognised to date, using the cost input method, less any

amounts invoiced to customers. Cost includes all expenses directly related to specific contracts and an allocation of direct

production overhead expenses incurred. Amounts are invoiced as work progresses in accordance with contractual terms,

either at periodic intervals or upon achievement of contractual milestones.

Interest-bearing assets

Interest-bearing assets are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any impairment.

Assets held for resale

Non-current assets are classified as held for resale if their carrying amount will be recovered through a sale transaction

rather than through continuing use. The sale must be highly probable and the asset available for immediate sale in its

present condition. Non-current assets held for resale are measured at the lower of the asset’s previous carrying amount

and its fair value less costs to sell.

Carbon credits

Carbon credit units are intangible in nature and stated at cost less accumulated impairment losses. Carbon credits are

based on a first-in, first-out cost method.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Current

Contract work in progress

Assets held for resale

Carbon credits

Other assets (including defined benefit assets)


40

13

21

4


74

48

13

2

78137


Non-current

Interest-bearing assets

Carbon credits

Other assets

360

27

5

324

11

7

392342

The carrying value of the assets held for resale reflects the lower of their previous carrying value at the date of transfer or external

market assessments of the fair value, less costs to sell. In the prior year the Group exited from service four Boeing 777-200ER

aircraft, three spare engines and other associated assets which were not expected to return to operation in the Air New Zealand

fleet. The market values were obtained from an external valuer which equated to level 2 on the fair value hierarchy. Key inputs into

the external valuations included economic factors, the age and manufacture type of the aircraft and engines and the maintenance

condition of the aircraft.

In the 2020 financial year the Group exited from service the ATR72-500 fleet following a scheduled replacement. As at 30 June 2021

five aircraft were being marketed for sale. The aircraft were disposed or parted-out during the 2022 financial year. Spares related to

exited fleets are being marketed for sale and it is expected that proceeds will be received over the next three years.

Interest-bearing assets include fixed rate Term Deposits and floating rate Certificate of Deposits that have been provided as

security over credit card obligations incurred by Air New Zealand and standby letters of credit and other financial guarantees issued

to third parties. Certain deposits are subject to offsetting under a security deed and remain in force until specifically released by

the secured party. For other deposits, a minimum notification period of twelve months is required to be given prior to the security

deposits being released. These deposits are subject to potential offsetting under master netting arrangements. In addition, the

Group holds Euro fixed rate deposits that mature between September 2030 and September 2031 held as part of aircraft financing

arrangements. Fixed interest rates in the year to 30 June 2022 were between 0.04% and 3.60% per annum (30 June 2021: 0.01% to

3.60% per annum). The fair value of interest-bearing assets as at 30 June 2022 was $373 million (30 June 2021: $361 million).

17
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

10. Property, Plant and Equipment

Owned assets

Items of property, plant and equipment are stated at cost or deemed cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated

impairment losses. Cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the item and in bringing the

asset to the location and working condition for its intended use. Cost may also include transfers from equity of any gains or

losses on qualifying cash flow hedges of foreign currency purchases of property, plant and equipment.

Where significant parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, they are accounted for

separately. A portion of the cost of an acquired aircraft is attributed to its service potential (reflecting the maintenance

condition of its engines) and is depreciated over the shorter of the period to the next major inspection event, overhaul, or the

remaining life of the asset. The cost of major engine overhauls for aircraft owned by the Group is capitalised and depreciated

over the period to the next expected inspection or overhaul.

Capital work in progress includes the cost of materials, services, labour and direct production overheads.

Manufacturing credits

Where the Group receives credits and other contributions from manufacturers in connection with the acquisition of certain

aircraft and engines, these are either recorded as a reduction to the cost of the related aircraft and engines, or offset against

the associated operating expense, according to the reason for which they were received.

Depreciation

Depreciation is calculated to write down the cost of assets on a straight line basis to an estimated residual value over their

economic lives as follows:

Airframes 18 years

Engines 6 – 15 years

Engine overhauls period to next overhaul

Aircraft specific plant and equipment (including simulators and spares) 10 – 25 years

Buildings 50 – 100 years

Non-aircraft specific leasehold improvements, plant, equipment, furniture and vehicles 2 - 10 years

AIRFRAMES,

ENGINES AND

SIMULATORS

$M

SPARE S

$M

PLANT AND

EQUIPMENT

$M

LAND AND

BUILDINGS

$M

CAPITAL WORK

IN PROGRESS

$M

TOTAL

$M

2022

Carrying value as at 1 July 2021


2,639 73 130 210 76 3,128

Additions

Disposals

Depreciation

Impairment reversal/(expense)

Transfers of capital work in progress

Transfers from right of use assets

193

(1)

(259)

2

22

124

26

(10)

(8)

-

-

-

1

-

(30)

-

12

-

10

-

(33)

-

10

-

48

-

-

(1)

(44)

-

278

(11)

(330)

1

-

124

Carrying value as at 30 June 2022

Represented by:

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

Provision for impairment

2,720

4,403

(1,680)

(3)

81

156

(75)

-

113

502

(389)

-

197

550

(341)

(12)

79

79

-

-

3,190

5,690

(2,485)

(15)

Carrying value as at 30 June 2022 2,720 8111319779 3,190

18
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

10. Property, Plant and Equipment (continued)

AIRFRAMES,

ENGINES AND

SIMULATORS

$M

SPARE S

$M

PLANT AND

EQUIPMENT

$M

LAND AND

BUILDINGS

$M

CAPITAL WORK

IN PROGRESS

$M

TOTAL

$M

2021

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

Provision for impairment


4,7 72

(1,661)

(287)


157

(78)

-

492

(348)

-


513

(288)

(12)

79

-

(3)


6,013

(2,375)

(302)

Carrying value as at 1 July 2020 2,8247914421376 3,336

Additions

Disposals

Depreciation

Impairment expense

Transfers of capital work in progress

Transfers to right of use assets

Transfer to assets held for resale

92

(2)

(236)

(16)

23

(20)

(26)

12

(5)

(9)

-

-

-

(4)

2

-

(33)

-

17

-

-

20

(1)

(37)

-

15

-

-

55

-

-

-

(55)

-

-

181

(8)

(315)

(16)

-

(20)

(30)

Carrying value as at 30 June 2021

Represented by:

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

Provision for impairment

2,639

3,939

(1,295)

(5)

73

143

(70)

-

130

497

(367)

-

210

531

(309)

(12)

76

76

-

-

3,128

5,186

(2,041)

(17)

Carrying value as at 30 June 2021 2,639 73130210763,128

2022

$M

2021

$M

Airframes, engines and simulators comprise:

Owned airframes, engines and simulators

Progress payments


2,490

230


2,405

234

2,720 2,639

Land and buildings comprise:

Leasehold properties

Freehold properties

185

12

196

14

197210

Certain aircraft and aircraft related assets with a carrying value of $1,665 million as at 30 June 2022 are pledged as specific security

over secured borrowings (30 June 2021: $2,166 million). In the year ended 30 June 2021 all other assets were pledged as general

security under a loan facility provided by the New Zealand Government. The security was released upon repayment and cancellation

of the facility in the year ended 30 June 2022.

Impairment

Assets are required to be carried at no more than their recoverable amount either through use or sale of the asset. Due to

uncertainty surrounding the expected recovery period of global demand as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Group

has undertaken impairment testing to ensure the carrying value of assets are appropriate.

Fleet

Given the severity of the Covid-19 pandemic on long-haul travel the Group grounded its Boeing 777 fleets. As at 30 June

2022 the Boeing 777-200ER fleet was not expected to return to service for Air New Zealand. In the prior financial year, the

Boeing 777-200ER fleet as well as one leased Boeing 777-300ER aircraft were not expected to return to service. At the end

of the 2022 financial year the Group commenced reactivation of the leased Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.

The Boeing 777-200ER owned aircraft, spare engines and associated assets were transferred to ‘Assets held for resale’

(within ‘Other Assets’) in the 2021 financial year and were carried at the lower of their fair value less costs to sell and

their previous carrying value. Prior to their transfer to ‘Assets held for resale’ an impairment expense of $11 million was

recognised against these assets with a further $5 million of impairment recognised against aircraft interiors on leased

aircraft. An impairment provision of $3 million was held against aircraft interiors on leased aircraft as at 30 June 2022

(30 June 2021: $5 million).

19
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

10. Property, Plant and Equipment (continued)

The carrying value of all other assets (including the Boeing 777-300ER fleet) were tested for impairment as part of

the airline network cash generating unit, using a value-in-use discounted cash flow model. Cash flow projections were

developed for a 10-year period, on the basis of detailed shorter-term forecasts which incorporate recovery towards pre-

Covid-19 capacity, followed by extrapolation at a growth rate of 2.00% per annum from the 2027 financial year (30 June

2021: 1.75% per annum from the 2026 financial year).

Cash flow projections used in the discounted cash flow models reflect the Board’s and management’s current view

of network growth following the impact of the pandemic. The projections incorporated key inputs and assumptions

including the recovery of passenger demand for domestic and international travel. Following the removal of border and

travel restrictions towards the end of the 2022 financial year, and based on positive levels of customer demand observed

to date, the airline’s passenger network has been assumed to progressively ramp up in the 2023 financial year, nearing

pre-Covid levels by the 2024 financial year. Cash flow projections also included the Group’s expectations for expected

fleet usage, network operations and investment profile.

Pre-Covid-19, the Group had for five years consistently reported pre-tax ROIC which exceeded its weighted average cost

of capital, indicating, along with other factors including aircraft market values, that the Group’s cash generating unit was

not impaired prior to the pandemic.

In assessing the cash flow projections, the Board has considered a number of sensitivities. The factors driving the largest

sensitivities within the overall model were terminal values and discount rates, and within the detailed projection period

to the 2027 financial year were RASK and fuel price. Consideration has been given to historical performance and the

previous Board approved 5-year plans, particularly when assessing the reasonableness of cash flows towards the end of

the projected period and terminal year growth assumptions.

The majority of the enterprise value within the value-in-use model is derived from the terminal value as opposed to short-term

detailed cashflow projections to the 2027 financial year. Potential short-term variances in the Group’s cashflow projections,

while impacting the measurement of the recoverable amount, does not materially impact the headroom identified.

The cash flow projections are discounted using a pre-tax rate of 12.6% (30 June 2021: 10.7%) which reflected a market

estimate of the weighted average cost of capital for the Group with sensitivities performed within the range of 11.6% to

13.9% (30 June 2021: 9.5% to 11.9%). This pre-tax weighted average cost of capital equated to a post tax rate of 10.00% (30

June 2021: 8.75%).

The discounted cash flows from the cash generating unit confirmed that there was no impairment to the remaining

aircraft as, in the opinion of the directors, the recoverable value from value-in-use exceeded the book value of the aircraft,

based on the Director’s current assessment of the Group’s future operations.

Land and buildings

Air New Zealand Gas Turbines (ANZGT) provides overhaul services to aero derivative engines that are applied to energy

production and marine industries. In prior years a down turn in the market resulted in a decline in activity and profitability

of the business. Impairment provisions of $12 million were recognised against the land and building assets of the

business in previous years. During the year ended 30 June 2022 the assets were assessed for impairment based on a

value-in-use discounted cash flow valuation. Cash flow projections were sourced from the 2023 financial year plan. The

Group intends to cease operations of ANZGT from 30 June 2023. Key assumptions include exchange rates, customer

demand, market supply and terminal values. These assumptions have been based on historical data and current market

information. The cash flow projections are particularly sensitive to fluctuations in exchange rates and economic demand.

The cash flow projections are discounted using a 10% discount rate (30 June 2021: 9%). Discounted cashflow valuation

supported the carrying value of the assets.

Residual values and useful lives

Estimates and judgements are applied by management to determine the expected useful life of aircraft related assets.

The useful lives are determined based on the expected service potential of the asset and lease term. The residual value,

at the expected date of disposal, is estimated by reference to external projected values and are influenced by external

changes to economic conditions, demand, competition and new technology. Residual values are denominated in United

States dollars and are therefore sensitive to exchange fluctuations as well as movements in projected values. Residual

values and useful lives are reviewed each year to ensure they remain appropriate. During the year ended 30 June 2022

the residual values of the aircraft were reassessed and depreciation expense was decreased by $6 million (30 June 2021:

increased by $9 million).

20
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

11. Right of Use Assets

Right of use assets are initially measured at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability, adjusted for any

lease payments made at or before the commencement date, plus any initial direct costs incurred, less any lease incentives

received and an estimate of costs to dismantle and remove the underlying asset or to restore the underlying asset or the site

on which it is located.

The right of use asset is subsequently depreciated using the straight-line method from the commencement date to the end

of the lease term, unless the lease transfers ownership of the underlying asset to the Group by the end of the lease term

or the cost of the right of use asset reflects that the Group is likely to exercise a purchase option. In that case, the right of

use asset will be depreciated over the useful life of the underlying asset, which is determined on the same basis as those of

property, plant and equipment. In addition, the right of use asset is periodically reduced by impairment losses, if any, and

adjusted for certain remeasurements of the lease liability.

AIRFRAME

AND ENGINES

WITH

PURCHASE

OPTION*

$M

AIRFRAME

AND ENGINES

WITH NO

PURCHASE

OPTION

$M

LAND AND

BUILDINGS

$M

TOTAL

$M

2022

Carrying value as at 1 July 2021

Additions

Disposals

Depreciation

Impairment reversal

Transfers to property, plant and equipment


1,284

-

-

(137)

-

(124)

437

5

-

(105)

15

-

268

25

(2)

(49)

-

-

1,989

30

(2)

(291)

15

(124)

Carrying value as at 30 June 2022

Represented by:

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

Provision for impairment

1,023

2,000

(977)

-

352

806

(387)

(67)

242

382

(140)

-

1,617

3,188

(1,504)

(67)

Carrying value as at 30 June 2022 1,023 352 2421,617

2021

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

Provision for impairment

2,263

(838)

-

843

(170)

(48)

356

(49)

-

3,462

(1,057)

(48)

Carrying value as at 1 July 2020

Additions

Disposals

Depreciation

Impairment expense

Transfers from property, plant and equipment

1,425

7

-

(168)

-

20

625

30

(42)

(134)

(42)

-

307

15

(4)

(50)

-

-

2,357

52

(46)

(352)

(42)

20

Carrying value as at 30 June 2021

Represented by:

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

Provision for impairment

1,284

2,283

(999)

-

437

821

(295)

(89)

268

361

(93)

-

1,989

3,465

(1,387)

(89)

Carrying value as at 30 June 2021 1,284 437268 1,989

* Airframes and engines where a purchase option is assessed as reasonably certain to be exercised.

Certain aircraft and aircraft related assets with a carrying value of $990 million as at 30 June 2022 (30 June 2021: $1,243 million) are

pledged as security over lease liabilities.


Impairment

As detailed in Note 10, the severity of the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic resulted in the grounding of the Boeing 777-

200ER fleet and one Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. In the prior year, five of these aircraft were leased aircraft which were put

into long-term storage for an indefinite period of time. During the 2022 financial year one aircraft was returned to the lessor

and another, a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, commenced a reactivation programme to return to service. As it is unlikely that the

remaining three aircraft will be required for use prior to the lease return date the right of use assets have been fully impaired,

with a provision for impairment of $67 million remaining as at balance date (30 June 2021: $89 million). An impairment

provision reversal of $15 million was recognised as at 30 June 2022 for the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft which returned to

service in August 2022. An impairment expense of $42 million was recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance in

relation to these assets in the 2021 financial year.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

11. Right of Use Assets (continued)

All other right of use assets (including Boeing 777-300ER aircraft) were assessed for impairment as part of the wider airline

network cash generating unit. The discounted cash flow model confirmed that there was no impairment to the remaining

right of use assets as, in the opinion of the directors, the recoverable value from continued use of the aircraft as part of a

network exceeded the carrying value of the right of use assets, based on the directors’ current assessment of the Group’s

future trading prospects.

Residual values and useful lives

Estimates and judgements are applied by management to determine the expected useful life of aircraft related assets. The

useful lives are determined based on the expected service potential of the asset and lease term. The residual value, at the

expected date of disposal, is estimated by reference to external projected values and are influenced by external changes to

economic conditions, demand, competition and new technology. Residual values are denominated in United States dollars

and are therefore sensitive to exchange fluctuations as well as movements in projected values. Residual values and useful

lives are reviewed each year to ensure they remain appropriate. During the year ended 30 June 2022 the residual values of

the aircraft were reassessed and depreciation expense was decreased by $7 million (30 June 2021: increased by $7 million).

12. Intangible Assets

Computer software acquired, which is not an integral part of a related hardware item, is recognised as an intangible asset.

The costs incurred internally in developing computer software are also recognised as intangible assets where the Group

has a legal right to use the software and the ability to obtain future economic benefits from that software. Acquired software

licences are capitalised on the basis of the costs incurred to acquire and bring to use the specific software. Cloud based

software as a service arrangements are recognised as an asset where the Group has the right to use and the ability to

control and obtain future economic benefits. These assets have a finite life and are amortised on a straight-line basis over

their estimated useful lives of two to ten years.

INTERNALLY

DEVELOPED

SOFTWARE

$M

EXTERNALLY

PURCHASED

SOFTWARE

$M

CAPITAL

WORK IN

PROGRESS

$M

OTHER

$M

TOTAL

$M

2022

Restated carrying value as at 1 July 2021


136 2


30


1


169

Additions

Disposals

Amortisation

Impairment expense

Transfers of capital work in progress

-

(1)

(46)

-

29

-

-

(1)

-

-

50

-

-

(24)

(29)

-

-

-

-

-

50

(1)

(47)

(24)

-

Carrying value as at 30 June 2022

Represented by:

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

118

524

(406)

1

151

(150)

27

27

-

1

1

-

147

703

(556)

Carrying value as at 30 June 2022 118 1271147

2021

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

476

(323)

154

(151)

29

-

1

-

660

(474)

Carrying value as at 1 July 2020

Restatement for IFRIC agenda decision (refer note 27):

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

153

(7)

3

3 29

(2)

-

1

-

-

186

(9)

3

Restated carrying value as at 1 July 2020

Additions

Disposals

Amortisation

Transfers of capital work in progress

149

-

(1)

(47 )

35

3

-

-

(1)

-

27

38

-

-

(35)

1

-

-

-

-

180

38

(1)

(48)

-

Restated carrying value as at 30 June 2021

Represented by:

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

136

502

(366)

2

153

(151)

30

30

-

1

1

-

169

686

(517)

Restated carrying value as at 30 June 2021 136 2301169

22
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

13. Investments in Other Entities

2022

$M

2021

$M

Investments in associates

Investments in other entities

158

6

137

1

164138

Subsidiaries

Significant subsidiaries comprise:

NAME PRINCIPAL ACTIVITY COUNTRY OF INCORPORATION

Air Nelson Limited Aviation services New Zealand

Air New Zealand Aircraft Holdings Limited Aircraft leasing and financing New Zealand

Air New Zealand Associated Companies Limited Investment New Zealand

Air New Zealand Regional Maintenance Limited Engineering services New Zealand

Mount Cook Airline Limited Aviation services New Zealand

TEAL Insurance Limited Captive insurer New Zealand

All subsidiary entities above have a balance date of 30 June and are 100% owned.

Associates and Joint Ventures

Significant associates and joint ventures comprise:

NAME RELATIONSHIP % OWNED PRINCIPAL ACTIVITY COUNTRY OF BALANCE DATE

INCORPORATION

Christchurch Engine Centre (CEC) Associate 49 Engineering services New Zealand 31 December

Drylandcarbon One Limited Partnership* Associate 21 Carbon credit generation New Zealand 30 June

* The Group committed to investing capital of up to $25 million in Drylandcarbon One Limited Partnership. As at 30 June 2022

$25 million had been invested (30 June 2021: $13 million).

Investments in associates and joint ventures are accounted for using the equity method and are measured in the

Statement of Financial Position at cost plus post-acquisition changes in the Group’s share of net assets, less dividends.

Goodwill relating to associates and joint ventures is included in the carrying amount of the investment.

If the carrying amount of the equity accounted investment exceeds its recoverable amount, it is written down to the latter.

When the Group’s share of accumulated losses in an associate or joint venture equals or exceeds its carrying value, the

Group does not recognise further losses, unless it has incurred obligations or made payments on behalf of the associate

or joint venture.

Summary financial information of associates

CEC

2022

$M

DRYLAND

2022

$M

TOTAL

2022

$M

CEC

2021

$M

DRYLAND

2021

$M

TOTAL

2021

$M

Assets and liabilities of associates are as follows:

Current assets

Non-current assets

Current liabilities

Non-current liabilities


3 74

54

(127)

(27)


23

105

(13)

-


397

159

(140)

(27)


306

48

(75)

(25)


13

49

(2)

-


319

97

(77)

(25)

Net identifiable assets27411538925460314

Group share of net identifiable assets1342415812512137

Carrying value of investment in associates1342415812512137

Results of associates

Revenue

Earnings after taxation

877

56

3

(1)

880

55

611

40

-

(2)

611

38

Total comprehensive income56(1)5540(2)38

Group share of net earnings after taxation27 -27 19 - 19

Group share of total comprehensive income27-2719-19

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

14. Revenue in Advance

Transportation sales in advance (including held in credit balances) includes consideration received in respect of

passenger and cargo sales for which the actual carriage has not yet been performed. It also includes amounts due for

sectors operated by other carriers for which the Group collects consideration from the customer and makes payments to

the other carrier based on industry agreements at the time the carriage is performed.

Loyalty programme revenue in advance includes revenues associated with both the award of Airpoints Dollars to Airpoints

members as part of the initial sales transaction and with sales of Airpoints Dollars to third parties, net of estimated expiry

(non-redeemed Airpoints Dollars), in respect of which the Airpoints member has not yet redeemed their points.

Other revenue in advance includes membership subscriptions and contract related services revenue which relate to

future periods.

Transportation sales in advance

As a result of the impact that Covid-19 has had on international border closures and domestic travel restrictions the

Group’s airline operating schedule was severely impacted resulting in a significant number of flight reschedules and

cancellations. Passenger ticket sales which are no longer assigned to a specific scheduled service are held in credit and

are available to be assigned to a specific flight. The carriage will be performed within 12 months of assignment. Estimates

have been applied to the expected availment profile of the credits in determining the term allocation of the liability. Key

judgements included assumptions around recovery of passenger demand, forecasted operating capacity and revenue

per available seat kilometre. Following the New Zealand Government making a series of announcements on the relaxation

of travel restrictions into New Zealand which commenced from April and May 2022 the Group experienced increased

bookings for international travel resulting in an increase in Transportation sales in advance as at 30 June 2022.

Loyalty Programme

As a result of the impact of Covid-19 on redemption opportunities judgements have been required as to the expected

utilisation period. Key assumptions have included forecasted operating capacity and changes in customer behaviour

(including the mix of air and non-air redemptions). For the year ended 30 June 2022 it is expected that loyalty balances will

be redeemed within two years (30 June 2021: two to three years).

2022

$M

2021

$M

Current

Transportation sales in advance

Loyalty programme

Other

1,422

194

19

494

175

20

1,635 689


Non-current

Transportation sales in advance

Loyalty programme

Other

21

195

3

279

221

3

219503

24
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

15. Interest-Bearing Liabilities

Borrowings, medium term notes and bonds are initially recognised at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred. They are

subsequently stated at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method, where appropriate.

Borrowings, medium term notes and bonds are classified as current liabilities unless the Group has an unconditional right

to defer settlement of the liability for more than 12 months after the balance date.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Current

Secured borrowings

Secured borrowings – New Zealand Government

Unsecured bonds

198

-

50

174

350

-

248 524

Non-current

Secured borrowings

Australian medium term notes

Unsecured bonds

987

608

-

973

-

50

1,595 1,023

Interest rates basis:

Fixed rate

Floating rate

732

1,111

144

1,403

At amortised cost 1,843 1,547

At fair value1,852 1,534

Non-cash movements in interest-bearing liabilities during the year ended 30 June 2022 included foreign exchange losses of

$49 million (30 June 2021: gains of $118 million).

The fair value of interest-bearing liabilities for disclosure purposes is calculated based on the present value of future principal and

interest cash flows, discounted at the market rate of interest for similar liabilities at reporting date.

Secured borrowings with third parties are secured over aircraft and are subject to both fixed and floating interest rates. Fixed interest

rates were 1.0% per annum (30 June 2021: 1.0% per annum).

Secured borrowings with the New Zealand Government (CSF1 Loan Facility) were secured against specific aircraft assets and a

general security interest held against other assets of the Group. The facility was subject to interest rates between 3.8% to 4.9% per

annum (30 June 2021: 3.8% to 7.3% per annum). In May 2022 upon completion of a Rights Offer the CSF1 Loan Facility was fully repaid

and cancelled (refer Note 26). A new unsecured committed revolving standby facility (CSF2 loan Facility) was entered into with the

Crown on 30 March 2022. Under the arrangement the Group has the ability to draw down up to $400 million for a period through to

30 January 2026.

On 25 May 2022 the Group issued AUD$550 million of unsecured, unsubordinated Australian medium term notes in two tranches.

The first tranche, of AUD$300 million, was a 4-year fixed rate note maturing on 25 May 2026 with a fixed coupon of 5.7% per annum

payable semi-annually. The second tranche, of AUD$250 million, was a 7-year fixed rate bonds maturing on 25 May 2029 with a fixed

coupon of 6.5% per annum payable semi-annually.

The unsecured, unsubordinated fixed rate bonds have a maturity date of 28 October 2022 and an interest rate of 4.25% per annum

payable semi-annually.

25
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

16. Lease Liabilities

At inception of the contract, the Group assesses whether a contract is, or contains, a lease. A contract is, or contains,

a lease if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for

consideration. Control is conveyed where the Group has both the right to direct the use of the identified asset and to

obtain substantially all of the economic benefits from the use of the asset throughout the term.

The Group recognises a right of use asset and a lease liability at the lease commencement date. Details regarding right of

use assets are set out in Note 11.

At commencement or on modification of a contract that contains a lease component, the Group allocates the

consideration in the contract to each lease component on the basis of its relative standalone prices.

The lease liability is initially measured at the present value of the lease payments that are not paid at the commencement

date, discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease or, if that rate cannot be readily determined, the Group’s

incremental borrowing rate. Generally, the Group uses the incremental borrowing rate as the discount rate.

Lease payments included in the measurement of the lease liability comprise the following:

- fixed payments, including in-substance fixed payments;

- variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate, initially measured using the index or rates as at the

commencement date; and

- the exercise price under a purchase option that the Group is reasonably certain to exercise, lease payments in an

optional renewal period if the Group is reasonably certain to exercise an extension option, and penalties for early

termination of a lease unless the Group is reasonably certain not to terminate early.

The lease liability is measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method. The liability is remeasured

when there is a change in future lease payments arising from a change in an index or a rate and if the Group revises its

assessment as to whether it will exercise a purchase, extension or termination option. A corresponding adjustment is

made to the carrying amount of the right of use asset, or is recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance if the

carrying amount of the right of use asset has been reduced to zero.

Leases are classified as current liabilities unless the Group has an unconditional right to defer settlement of the liability

for more than 12 months after the balance date.

The Group adopted the requirements of Covid-19-Related Rent Concessions with effect from 1 July 2019 which allows lessees

not to assess whether particular Covid-related rent concessions are lease modifications. During the year, amounts of $1

million (30 June 2021: $3 million) were recognised within ‘Other revenue’ with respect to Covid-19 related rent concessions.

Short-term leases

The Group has elected not to recognise right of use assets and lease liabilities for short-term leases. The Group

recognises the lease payments associated with the leases as an expense (recognised within Other expenses in the

Statement of Financial Performance) on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

Variable lease payments not included in the measurement of the lease liability

Variable lease payments which do not depend on an index or a rate are excluded from the measurement of the lease

liability and recognised as an expense in the period in which the event or condition that triggers those payments occurs.

These typically arise from the Group’s property leases where utilities and other outgoings are calculated based on usage.

Sale and leaseback arrangements

Where the transfer of an asset meets the conditions for a sale, the right of use asset arising from the leaseback is

measured at the proportion of the previous carrying amount that relates to the right of use retained by the Group. The

Group only recognises the proportion of any gain or loss that relates to the rights transferred to the buyer-lessor. Any

below market terms are accounted for as a prepayment of lease payments and any above market terms are accounted for

as additional financing provided by the buyer-lessor.

Leasing activities

The Group leases mainly aircraft, spare engines, airport lounges, offices and hangars, other office buildings and storage space.

Aircraft leases are typically for 12 to 14 years with a series of early termination options. Rent is either fixed or reset periodically based

on an index or rate. Property leases are typically 3 to 5 years, with a number of renewal options, together with a small number of longer

term strategic leases. Rent may increase on the basis of annual fixed percentage increases, CPI movements, rent negotiations or

market reviews. Extension and termination options are used to maximise operational flexibility.

Determination of lease term

The lease term is the non-cancellable period of a lease, together with periods covered by an option (available to the

lessee only) to extend or terminate the lease if the lessee is reasonably certain to exercise/not to exercise that option. In

determining the lease term, the Group considers all facts and circumstances that create an economic incentive to exercise/

not exercise an option. This may include the existence of large penalties for early termination, the incurrence of significant

maintenance costs in meeting early return obligations or consideration as to whether leasehold improvements still carry

significant value. Such assessment is reviewed if a significant event or change in circumstances occurs which affects

this assessment and is within the control of the Group. Certain property leases, for which there is no readily identifiable

alternative property available, include an additional renewal period where one is available under the lease contract.

Determination of incremental borrowing rate

The Group determines the incremental borrowing rate by obtaining interest rates from various external financing

sources and makes certain adjustments to reflect the term and currency of the lease and the type of asset being leased.

26
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

16. Lease Liabilities (continued)

Sale and leasebacks

During the 2020 financial year, four owned Airbus A320 aircraft were sold and leased back. Lease terms under this arrangement

ranged from 15 to 26 months at fair market rentals with a weighted average discount rate of 2.4%. Cash outflows during the year as

a result of this transaction were $4 million (30 June 2021: $10 million).

Such transactions are considered on an aircraft by aircraft basis as fleets near exit. This transaction was in preparation for the exit of

the aircraft and provided certainty to the Group of the residual proceeds. No such transactions were entered into in the current year.

Movements in lease liabilities during the year, are presented below.

AIRFRAME

AND ENGINE

LEASES WITH

PURCHASE

OPTION*

$M

AIRFRAME

AND ENGINE

LEASES WITH

NO PURCHASE

OPTION

$M

BUILDING

LEASES WITH

NO PURCHASE

PURCHASE

OPTION

$M

TOTAL

$M

2022

Carrying value as at 1 July 2021

Additions

Interest cost

Capitalised interest

Repayments**

Terminations

Foreign currency movements

989

-

-

7

(138)

-

11

491

4

9

-

(153)

-

48

281

21

10

-

(55)

(2)

2

1,761

25

19

7

(346)

(2)

61

Carrying value as at 30 June 2022

Represented by:

Current

Non-current

869

169

700

399

131

268

257

42

215

1,525

342

1,183

Carrying value as at 30 June 20228693992571,525

2021

Carrying value as at 1 July 2020

Additions

Interest cost

Capitalised interest

Repayments**

Terminations

Foreign currency movements

1,223

-

-

7

(146)

-

(95)

694

29

12

-

(150)

(36)

(58)

321

13

11

-

(58)

(4)

(2)

2,238

42

23

7

(354)

(40)

(155)

Carrying value as at 30 June 2021

Represented by:

Current

Non-current

989

205

784

491

138

353

281

40

241

1,761

383

1,378

Carrying value as at 30 June 2021989 491 281 1,761

2022

$M

2021

$M

Interest rates basis:

Fixed rate

Floating rate

1,013

512

1,161

600

At amortised cost1,5251,761

* Airframes and engines where a purchase option is assessed as reasonably certain to be exercised.

** The principal amount of $327 million (30 June 2021: $331 million) is presented in the Statement of Cash Flows within ‘Financing

Activities’, and interest payments of $19 million (30 June 2021: $23 million) are presented in ‘Operating Activities’.

Lease liabilities with purchase options which are reasonably certain of being exercised are secured over aircraft and are subject

to both fixed and floating interest rates. Fixed interest rates ranged from 0.5% to 3.6% per annum (30 June 2021: 0.5% to 3.6%

per annum). The weighted average discount rates used for leases which have no purchase option, or one which is not likely to be

exercised, is 2.9% per annum (30 June 2021: 2.8% per annum).

2022

$M

2021

$M

Amounts recognised in earnings (within ‘Other expenses’)

Expenses relating to short-term leases

Expenses relating to variable lease payments, not included in the measurement of lease liabilities

4

3

3

4

77

27
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

17. Redeemable Shares

Redeemable shares are initially recognised at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred. They are subsequently stated at

amortised cost using the effective interest rate method, where appropriate.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Non-current:

Redeemable shares 200 -

At amortised cost200-

At fair value 217-

Redeemable Shares issued to the New Zealand Government in the second half of the year ended 30 June 2022 are redeemable at the

option of the Company, in part or in full, at any time with 20 days’ written notice with an unconditional right to defer redemption until

the scheduled redemption date of 14 December 2046. Dividends are payable quarterly in arrears and accrued at the rate of 5.2% per

annum. The Company may elect to defer the payment of dividends, in which case they accrue on a cumulative compound basis to the

next payment date. Further details are provided in Note 26.

18. Provisions

A provision is recognised when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of a past event,

it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, and the provision can be

reliably measured.

AIRCRAFT

LEASE

RETURN COSTS

$M

RESTRUCTURING

$M

OTHER

$M

TOTAL

$M

Balance as at 1 July 2021

Amount provided

Amount utilised and released

Foreign exchange movement

275

28

(64)

27

15

4

(11)

-

9

6

(2)

-

299

38

(77)

27

Balance as at 30 June 2022 266 813287

Represented by:

Current

Non-current

160

106

7

1

2

11

169

118

Balance as at 30 June 2022 266 813287

Nature and purpose of provisions

Aircraft lease return costs

Where a commitment exists to maintain aircraft held under lease arrangements, a provision is made during the lease term

for the lease return obligations specified within those lease agreements. The provision is calculated taking into account

a number of variables and assumptions including the number of future hours or cycles expected to be operated, the

expected cost of maintenance and the lifespan of limited life parts. It is based upon historical experience, manufacturers’

advice and, where appropriate, contractual obligations in determining the present value of the estimated future costs

of major airframe inspections and engine overhauls by making appropriate charges to the Statement of Financial

Performance, calculated by reference to the number of hours or cycles operated during the year. The provision is expected

to be utilised at the next inspection or overhaul.

Restructuring

Restructuring provisions are recognised when the Group is demonstrably committed, without realistic possibility of

withdrawal, to a formal detailed plan to terminate employment before the normal retirement date. Costs relating to

ongoing activities are not provided for.

Other

Other provisions include insurance provisions and make good provisions. Insurance provisions are expected to be utilised

within 12 months and are based on historical claim experience. Make good provisions are based on cost estimates

provided by third-party suppliers and are expected to be utilised within three years (30 June 2021: two years).

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

19. Other Liabilities

Employee entitlements

Liabilities in respect of employee entitlements are recognised in exchange for services rendered during the accounting

period, but which have not yet been compensated as at reporting date. These include annual leave, long service leave,

retirement leave and accrued compensation.

Defined benefit pension

Air New Zealand’s net obligation in respect of defined benefit pension plans is calculated by an independent actuary, by

estimating the amount of future benefit that employees have earned in the current and prior periods, discounting that

amount and deducting the fair value of the plan’s assets. The discount rate reflects the yield on government bonds that

have maturity dates approximating the terms of Air New Zealand’s obligations.

When the calculation results in an asset, the value of the asset is limited to the present value of economic benefits

available in the form of any future refunds from the plan or reductions in future contributions from the plan.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Current

Employee entitlements

Amounts owing to associates

Other liabilities (including defined benefit liabilities)


206

-

9


153

1

10

215 164


Non-current

Employee entitlements

Other liabilities

14

14

13

17

28 30

The Group operates one defined benefit plan for qualifying employees in New Zealand and in the prior year operated one scheme for

overseas employees. The New Zealand plan is closed to new members and the overseas plan was closed on 1 July 2021 with the scheme

assets transferred to a defined contribution scheme. Defined benefit plans provide a benefit on retirement or resignation based upon the

employee’s length of membership and final average salary. Each year an actuarial calculation is undertaken using the Projected Unit Credit

Method to calculate the present value of the defined benefit obligation and the related current service cost. A net liability was recognised

within ‘Other liabilities’ of $3 million (30 June 2021: net asset of $1 million recognised within ‘Other assets’). The current service cost

recognised through earnings was $1 million (30 June 2021: $1 million).

29
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

20. Share Capital

Ordinary shares are classified as equity. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or rights are

shown in equity as a deduction, net of taxation, from the proceeds.

When shares are acquired by a member of the Group, the amount of consideration paid is recognised directly in equity.

Acquired shares are classified as treasury stock and presented as a deduction from share capital. When treasury stock is

subsequently sold or reissued pursuant to equity compensation plans, the cost of treasury stock is reversed and the realised

gain or loss on sale or reissue, net of any directly attributable incremental transaction costs, is recognised within Share Capital.

Where the Group funds the on-market purchase of shares to settle obligations under staff share awards or long-term

incentive plans the total cost of the purchase (including transaction costs) is deducted from Share Capital.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Share Capital comprises:

Authorised, issued and fully paid in capital

Equity-settled share-based payments (net of taxation)

3,349

24

2,197

16

3,373 2,213

Balance at the beginning of the year

Shares issued (net of transaction costs)

Equity settlements of staff share award obligations*

Equity-settled share-based payments

2,213

1,156

(4)

8

2,209

-

-

4

Balance at the end of the year 3,373 2,213

* During the year ended 30 June 2022 the Group funded the purchase on-market of 2,279,412 shares (30 June 2021: Nil). The shares

were used to settle obligations under a staff share award.


Number of Ordinary Shares authorised, fully paid and on issue

Balance at the beginning of the year

Shares issued

2022


1,122,844,227

2,245,620,088

2021


1,122,844,227

-

Balance at the end of the year** 3,368,464,315 1,122,844,227

** Includes treasury stock of 34,183 shares (30 June 2021: 34,183 shares).

Ordinary Shares

On 6 April 2022 the Group launched a $1.2 billion pro rata renounceable rights offer to eligible shareholders at a ratio of 2 for 1. The offer

price on the new shares was NZD$0.53 and AUD$0.49. The new Ordinary Shares were alloted on 9 May 2022. Transaction costs of $36

million were recognised against the share issue.

Restrictions on dividend declarations on Ordinary Shares

The Group is restricted from paying dividends on its Ordinary Shares if at any time there are any amounts drawn under a New Zealand

Government unsecured committed revolving standby facility (CSF2 Loan Facility) or while a dividend on Redeemable Shares has

been deferred. As at 30 June 2022, the Group has not drawn any amounts under the CSF2 Loan Facility or deferred any dividends on

Redeemable Shares.

Kiwi Share

One fully paid special rights convertible share (the Kiwi Share) is held by the Crown. While the Kiwi Share does not carry any general Voting

Rights, the consent of the Crown as holder is required for certain prescribed actions of the Company as specified in the Constitution.

Non-New Zealand nationals are restricted from holding or having an interest in 10% or more of voting shares unless the prior written

consent of the Kiwi Shareholder is obtained. In addition, any person that owns or operates an airline business is restricted from holding any

shares in the Company without the Kiwi Shareholder’s prior written consent.

Voting rights

On a show of hands or by a vote of voices, each holder of Ordinary Shares has one vote. On a poll, each holder of Ordinary Shares has one

vote for each fully paid share. All Ordinary Shares carry equal rights to dividends and equal distribution rights on wind up.

Application of treasury stock method

Share repurchase

The Group utilises treasury stock acquired under a buy-back programme to fulfil obligations under employee share-based compensation

plans. No treasury stock was utilised in the 2022 financial year (30 June 2021: Nil). Total treasury stock held as at 30 June 2022 is 34,090

shares (30 June 2021: 34,090 shares).

Staff Share Scheme

Unallocated shares of the Air New Zealand Staff Share Schemes are accounted for under the Treasury Stock method, and deducted from

Ordinary Share capital on consolidation. The number of unallocated shares as at 30 June 2022 was 93 (30 June 2021: 93).

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

20. Share Capital (continued)

Share-Based Payments

The fair value (at grant date) of share rights granted to employees is recognised as an expense, within the Statement of

Financial Performance, over the vesting period of the rights, with a corresponding entry to ‘Share Capital’. The amount

recognised as an expense is adjusted at each reporting date to reflect the extent to which the vesting period has expired and

management’s best estimate of the number of rights that will ultimately vest.

Total expenses recognised in the year ended 30 June 2022 in respect of equity-settled share-based payment transactions related to

performance share rights was $3 million (30 June 2021: $4 million). An additional $5 million of expense was recognised in relation to a

‘Thank You’ staff share award and an Exceptional Contributor incentive scheme in the 2022 financial year (30 June 2021: Nil)

Performance share rights

Performance share rights have been offered to a number of senior executives on attainment of predetermined performance objectives.

PERFORMANCE

SHARE

RIGHTS

2022

PERFORMANCE

SHARE

RIGHTS

2021

Number outstanding

Outstanding at beginning of the year

Granted during year

Forfeited during year

11 , 9 7 7,6 16

5,276,405

(4,832,103)

9,898,958

5,839,208

(3,760,550)

Outstanding at the end of the year 12,421,918 11 , 9 7 7,6 16


Fair value of rights granted in year ($M)

Unamortised grant date fair value ($M)

5.0

5.2

4.9

5.7

The People Remuneration and Diversity Committee of the Board will adjust share-based arrangement terms, if necessary, to ensure that

the impact of share issues, share offers or share structure changes is value neutral as between participants and shareholders.

Key inputs and assumptions

The general principles underlying the Black Scholes and Marrabe pricing models have been used to value these rights and options using

a Monte Carlo simulation approach. The key inputs for rights and options granted in the relevant year were as follows:

Performance share rights

WEIGHTED

AVER AG E

SHARE PRICE

(CENTS)

EXPECTED

VOLATILITY OF

SHARE PRICE

(%)

EXPECTED

VOLATILITY OF

PERFORMANCE

BENCHMARK

INDEX

(%)

CORRELATION

OF VOLATILITY

INDICES

CONTRACTUAL

LIFE

(YEARS)

RISK FREE

R AT E

(%)

EXPECTED

DIVIDEND

YIELD

(%)

202215537160.593.51.340.0

202113540160.553.50.310.0

202028023120.343.50.847.7

201931925110.513.51.706.6

201834830130.533.52.025.8

The Group has undertaken a stock settled share rights scheme. Performance share rights for a specified value are granted at no cost to

the holder. For each performance share right that vests, one share will be issued. The number granted is determined by an independent

valuation of the fair value at the date of issue. Vesting of performance share rights is subject to the holder remaining an employee and

vesting conditions relating to the Air New Zealand share price being achieved. If vesting is not achieved on the third anniversary of the

issue date, 50% of performance rights will lapse. For the remaining 50%, there will be a further 6 month opportunity for the performance

rights to vest. If they have not vested at the end of this period they will lapse.

In order to vest, the Air New Zealand share price adjusted for distributions made over the period must outperform a comparison index

over a period of three years (or up to a maximum of three and a half years) after the issue date. The index is made up of 50:50 of the NZX

All Gross Index and the Bloomberg World Airline Total Return Index (adjusted for dividends).

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

21. Reserves

The Group’s reserves, together with the equity accounted share of associates’ reserves as at the reporting date, are set out below:

2022

$M

2021

$M

Cash flow hedge reserve

Costs of hedging reserve

(38)

(4)

(49)

-

Hedge reserves

Foreign currency translation reserve

General reserves

(42)

(10)

(1,644)

(49)

(17)

(1,049)

Total Reserves(1,696) (1,115)

The nature and purpose of reserves is set out below:

HEDGE RESERVES

Cash flow hedge reserve

The cash flow hedge reserve contains the effective portion of the cumulative net change in the fair value of cash flow hedging instruments

related to hedged transactions that have not yet occurred.

Costs of hedging reserve

The costs of hedging reserve contains the cumulative net change in both the fair value of time value on fuel options and currency basis

on cross currency interest rate swaps which are excluded from hedge designations.

Foreign currency translation reserve

The foreign currency translation reserve contains foreign exchange differences arising on consolidation of foreign operations together

with the translation of foreign currency borrowings designated as a hedge of net investments in those foreign operations.

General reserves

General reserves include the retained deficit net of dividends recognised, remeasurements in respect of the net defined benefit assets

or liabilities and the Group’s share of equity accounted associates’ reserves.

22. Commitments

Capital commitments shown are for those asset purchases authorised and contracted for as at reporting date but not

provided for in the financial statements, converted at the year end exchange rate. Where lease arrangements have not yet

commenced, lease commitments are disclosed below.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Capital commitments:

Aircraft and engines

Other property, plant and equipment and intangible assets

2,815

18

2,568

21

2,833 2,589

In August 2021 the Group deferred one Boeing 787 aircraft from the 2024 financial year to the 2026 financial year, and in September

2021 deferred two A321 NEO aircraft from August 2023 and September 2023 to the third quarter of the 2026 calendar year. Three

A321 NEO aircraft due to arrive from the end of the 2022 financial year have been delayed resulting in an aircraft delivery moving from

the 2022 to the 2023 financial year.

Capital commitments as at reporting date include eight Boeing 787 aircraft (contractual delivery from 2024 to 2028 financial years)

and seven Airbus A321 NEOs (delivery from 2023 to 2027 financial years).

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

23. Contingent Liabilities

Contingent liabilities are subject to uncertainty or cannot be reliably measured and are not provided for. Disclosures

as to the nature of any contingent liabilities are set out below. Judgements and estimates are applied to determine the

probability that an outflow of resources will be required to settle an obligation. These are made based on a review of the

facts and circumstances surrounding the event and advice from both internal and external parties.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Letters of credit2022

All significant legal disputes involving probable loss that can be reliably estimated have been provided for in the financial statements.

There are no other significant contingent liability claims outstanding at balance date.

The Group has a partnership agreement with Pratt and Whitney in relation to the Christchurch Engine Centre (CEC) (Note 13). By the

nature of the agreement, joint and several liability exists between the two parties. Total liabilities of the CEC are $154 million (30 June

2021: $100 million).

24. Financial Risk Management

The Group is subject to credit, foreign currency, interest rate and fuel price risks. These risks are managed with various financial

instruments, using a set of policies approved by the Board of Directors. Compliance with these policies is reviewed and reported

monthly to the Board and is included as part of the internal audit programme. Group policy is not to enter, issue or hold financial

instruments for speculative purposes.

CREDIT RISK

Credit risk is the potential loss from a transaction in the event of default by a counterparty during the term of the transaction or on

settlement of the transaction. The Group incurs credit risk in respect of trade receivable transactions and other financial instruments in

the normal course of business. The maximum exposure to credit risk is represented by the carrying value of financial assets.

The Group places cash, short-term deposits and derivative financial instruments with good credit quality counterparties, having a

minimum Standard and Poors’ credit rating of A- or minimum Moodys’ credit rating of A3. Limits are placed on the exposure to any one

financial institution.

Credit evaluations are performed on all customers requiring direct credit. The Group is not exposed to any concentrations of credit

risk within receivables, other assets and derivatives. This remains unchanged despite the current economic environment. The Group

does not require collateral or other security to support financial instruments with credit risk. A significant proportion of receivables

are settled through the International Air Transport Association (IATA) clearing mechanism which undertakes its own credit review of

members. Over 93% of trade and other receivables are current, with less than 1.2% past due by more than 90 days (30 June 2021: 93%

current and less than 1.1% due after more than 90 days).

MARKET RISK

FOREIGN CURRENCY RISK

Foreign currency risk is the risk of loss to the Group arising from adverse fluctuations in exchange rates.

The Group has exposure to foreign exchange risk as a result of transactions denominated in foreign currencies, arising from normal

trading activities, foreign currency borrowings and foreign currency capital commitments, purchases and sales. The documented

risk management approach (as approved by the Board of Directors) is to manage both forecast foreign currency operating revenues

and expenditure and foreign currency denominated balance sheet items. Hedges of foreign currency capital transactions are only

undertaken if there is a large volume of forecast capital transactions over a short period of time.

The Group enters into foreign exchange contracts to manage the economic exposure arising due to fluctuations in foreign exchange

rates affecting both highly probable forecast operating cash flows and foreign currency denominated liabilities. Any exposure to gains

or losses on these contracts is offset by a related loss or gain on the item being hedged.

Forecast operating transactions

Foreign currency operating cash inflows are primarily denominated in Australian Dollars, European Community Euro, Japanese

Yen, Chinese Renminbi, United Kingdom Pounds and United States Dollars. Foreign currency operating cash outflows are primarily

denominated in United States Dollars. The Group’s treasury risk management policy is to hedge between 35% and 90% (30 June 2021:

35% to 90%) of forecast net operating cash flows for the first 6 months, with progressive reductions in percentages hedged over

the next 6 to 12 months. Forward points are excluded from the hedge designation in respect of operating revenue and expenditure

transactions and are marked to market through earnings. The underlying forecast revenue and expenditure transactions in respect of

foreign currency cash flow hedges in place at reporting date, are expected to occur over the next 12 months.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

24. Financial Risk Management (continued)

Balance sheet exposures

Japanese Yen, Euro and United States Dollar denominated debt and lease liabilities were previously designated as the hedging

instrument in qualifying cash flow hedges of highly probable forecast Japanese Yen, Euro and United States Dollar revenues,

respectively. The significant decrease in forecast revenues as a result of the impact of Covid-19 on global travel resulted in the de-

designation of these hedges in the 2020 financial year. Where the forecast transactions are no longer expected to occur, the related

cumulative gains or losses were transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve to earnings. The remaining cumulative gains or losses

will be transferred to earnings as the underlying forecast transactions occur. Since March 2020, the debt and lease liabilities previously

designated in these hedge relationships have remained largely unhedged with foreign currency gains or losses arising on those

instruments being recognised in earnings.

Currency exposure arising on Australian Dollar denominated Medium Term Notes is hedged using cross currency interest rate swaps in

qualifying cash flow hedges.

The Group has investments in foreign operations, whose net assets are exposed to foreign currency translation risk. Currency

exposure arising on the net assets of certain Group foreign operations is managed primarily through borrowings denominated in the

relevant foreign currencies. A further proportion of United States Dollar denominated interest-bearing liabilities remains unhedged to

provide an offset to foreign currency movements within depreciation expense, resulting from revisions made to aircraft residual values

during the year.

Where changes in the fair value of a derivative provide an offset to the underlying hedged item as it impacts earnings, hedge accounting

is not applied. Foreign currency translation gains or losses on lease return provisions and certain non-hedge accounted United States

Dollar, Japanese Yen and Euro denominated interest-bearing liabilities are recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance within

‘Foreign exchange losses’. Marked to market gains or losses on non-hedge accounted foreign currency derivatives provide an offset to

these foreign exchange movements, and are also recognised within ‘Foreign exchange losses’.

With the exception of foreign currency denominated working capital balances, which together are immaterial to foreign currency fluctuations,

the Group’s exposure to foreign exchange risk arising on items recognised in the Statement of Financial Position at reporting date, and the

extent to which that exposure has been managed is summarised below.

Foreign currency exposure of items recognised at reporting date, before hedging

NZD

$M

USD

$M

AUD

$M

EUR

$M

JPY

$M

OTHER

$M

TOTAL

$M


As at 30 June 2022

Investments in other entities

Interest-bearing assets

Lease liabilities

Interest-bearing liabilities

Provisions


35

183

(265)

(50)

(29)


129

-

(781)

( 741)

(258)


-

36

(14)

(608)

-


-

141

(173)

(115)

-


-

-

(291)

(329)

-


-

-

(1)

-

-


164

360

(1,525)

(1,843)

(287)

Hedged by:

Derivatives

(126)

-

(1,651)

943

(586)

586

(147)

72

(620)

283

(1)

-

(3,131)

1,884

Unhedged* (126) (708) - (75) (337) (1) (1,247)

As at 30 June 2021

Investments in other entities

Interest-bearing assets

Lease liabilities

Interest-bearing liabilities

Provisions


13

126

(279)

(400)

(46)


125

24

(877)

(592)

(253)


-

35

(18)

-

-


-

139

(175)

(141)

-


-

-

(411)

(414)

-


-

-

(1)

-

-


138

324

(1,761)

(1,547)

(299)

Hedged by:

Derivatives

(586)

-

(1,573)

672

17

(17)

(177)

87

(825)

388

(1)

-

(3,14 5)

1,130

Unhedged* (586) (901) - (90) (437 ) (1) (2,015)

* Unhedged balances largely represent debt and lease instruments previously designated as the hedging instrument in cash flow

hedges of forecast foreign currency revenues, which were de-designated as a result of the impact of Covid-19 and significant

reduction in forecast revenues.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

24. Financial Risk Management (continued)

Hedging foreign currency risk

Derivative financial instruments

Derivative financial instruments, other than those designated as hedging instruments in a qualifying cash flow hedge,

are classified as held for trading. Subsequent to initial recognition, derivative financial instruments in this category

are stated at fair value. The gain or loss on remeasurement to fair value is recognised immediately in the Statement of

Financial Performance.

Hedge accounted financial instruments

Where financial instruments qualify for hedge accounting, recognition of any resultant gain or loss depends on the

nature of the hedging relationship, as follows:

Cash flow hedges

Changes in the fair value of hedging instruments designated as cash flow hedges are recognised within Other

Comprehensive Income and accumulated within equity to the extent that the hedges are deemed effective in

accordance with NZ IFRS 9 - Financial Instruments. To the extent that the hedges are ineffective for accounting,

changes in fair value are recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance.

If a hedging instrument no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, expires or is sold, terminated or exercised,

then hedge accounting is discontinued. The cumulative gain or loss previously recognised in the cash flow hedge

reserve remains there until the forecast transaction occurs. If the underlying hedged transaction is no longer expected

to occur, the cumulative, unrealised gain or loss recognised in the cash flow hedge reserve with respect to the hedging

instrument is recognised immediately in the Statement of Financial Performance.

Where the hedge relationship continues throughout its designated term, the amount recognised in the cash flow hedge

reserve is transferred to the Statement of Financial Performance in the same period that the hedged item is recorded in

the Statement of Financial Performance, or, when the hedged item is a non-financial asset, the amount recognised in the

cash flow hedge reserve is transferred to the carrying amount of the asset when it is recognised.

Net investment hedge

Hedges of net investments in foreign operations are accounted for similarly to cash flow hedges. Any gain or loss on the

hedging instrument relating to the effective portion of the hedge is recognised in Other Comprehensive Income and

accumulated in the foreign currency translation reserve within equity. The gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion

of the hedge is recognised immediately in the Statement of Financial Performance.

Impact of hedging foreign currency risk

The impact of the foreign currency hedging strategies (both hedge accounted and non-hedge accounted) on the financial statements

during the year is set out below, by type of hedge.

CASH FLOW HEDGES OF FOREIGN CURRENCY RISK

Forecast operating revenue and expenditure transactions are not recognised in the financial statements until the transactions occur.

The amounts designated as the hedged item in qualifying cash flow hedges mirror the amounts designated as hedging instruments

as set out below. All hedges are of spot foreign exchange risk.

The following foreign currency derivatives were recognised within ‘Derivative financial instruments’ on the Statement of Financial

Position as at reporting date. Where forecast operating revenue and expenditure transactions are considered highly probable, the

derivatives are designated as the hedging instrument in qualifying cash flow hedges of such forecast transactions. Where hedge

relationships have been de-designated, the change in the fair value of the derivatives affected is recognised in earnings through

‘Foreign exchange losses’. All derivatives mature within 12 months (30 June 2021: 12 months).

35
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

24. Financial Risk Management (continued)

2022

NZ$M

2021

NZ$M

Hedging instruments used

Derivative financial instruments

NZD

USD

AUD

EUR

JPY

CNH

GBP

Other

(305)

544

(102)

(15)

(9)

(31)

(12)

(41)

(107)

233

(73)

(2)

(7)

(23)

(5)

(16)

Hedge accounted foreign currency derivatives29-

In addition, cross currency interest rate swaps were recognised within ‘Derivative financial instruments’ on the Statement of Financial

Position as at reporting date and were designated in qualifying cash flows hedges of foreign currency risk arising on future principal and

interest settlements on Australian Dollar denominated Medium Term Notes. Currency basis risk is excluded from the hedge designation

and is marked to market through Other Comprehensive Income and accumulated within a separate component of equity (the ‘Costs of

hedging reserve’ within ‘Hedge reserves’) until such time as the related hedge accounted cash flows affect profit or loss. At this stage

the cumulative amount is reclassified to profit or loss. The volume hedged, together with contract rates and maturities are set out below:

2022

NZ$M

2021

NZ$M

Net fair value of derivative financial liabilities (NZ$M)

Volume (AUD M)

Weighted average contract rate (%)

Weighted average contract maturities (years)

(17)

550

6.1

5.3

-

-

-

-

The effective portion of changes in the fair value of foreign currency hedging instruments which were deferred to the cash flow

hedge reserve (within hedge reserves) during the year are set out below, together with transfers to either earnings or the asset

carrying value (as appropriate) when the underlying hedged item occurs, or upon de-designation of the hedge where the underlying

forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur.

2022

NZ$M

2021

NZ$M

Recognised in Statement of Changes in Equity

Hedge reserves

Balance at the beginning of the year

Change in fair value*

Transfers to foreign exchange losses

Transfers to foreign exchange gains on de-designation

Changes in costs of hedging reserve

Taxation on reserve movements

(84)

13

-

12

(1)

(7)

(97)

(23)

23

18

-

(5)

Balance at the end of the year

Represented by:

Forecast operating revenue/expense

Future principal and interest settlements

Ta x e f f e c t

(67)

(73)

(18)

24

(84)

(115)

-

31

Balance at the end of the year (67) (84)

* The change in fair value of the hedging instrument is used for the purpose of assessing hedge effectiveness. No ineffectiveness

arose on cash flow hedges of foreign currency transactions during the year (30 June 2021: Nil). Forward points and currency basis

excluded from the hedge designation were $2 million and $1 million respectively during the year (30 June 2021: Nil).

36
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

24. Financial Risk Management (continued)

The weighted average contract rates of hedge accounted foreign currency derivatives outstanding as at reporting date are set out below:

20222021

USD

AUD

EUR

JPY

CNH

GBP

0.6679

0.9555

0.6020

84.89

4.41

0.5149

0.6997

0.9247

0.5907

75.74

4.60

0.5157

NET INVESTMENT HEDGE

Investments designated in a net investment hedge are included within ‘Investments in other entities’ on the Statement of Financial

Position. The hedging instrument is included within ‘Interest-bearing liabilities’.

2022

NZ$M

2021

NZ$M

Hedged amount of United States Dollar investment

Hedged by: United States Dollar interest-bearing liabilities

113

(113)

113

(113)

The effective portion of changes in fair value of both the hedged item and the hedging instrument are recognised in the foreign

currency translation reserve, as set out below.

Foreign currency translation reserve

Balance at the beginning of the year

Translation gains on hedged investment**

Translation losses on hedging instrument**

Translation gains on unhedged investments

Taxation on reserve movements

(17)

12

(12)

3

4

(11)

(10)

10

(3)

(3)

Balance at the end of the year(10) (17)

** Translation gains/losses are those used for the purpose of assessing hedge effectiveness. No ineffectiveness arose on net investment

hedges during the year (30 June 2021: Nil).

HEDGED, BUT NOT HEDGE ACCOUNTED

Where changes in the fair value of a derivative provide an offset to the underlying hedged item as it impacts earnings, hedge accounting

is not applied. The following foreign currency derivatives were recognised within ‘Derivative financial instruments’ on the Statement of

Financial Position as at reporting date.

2022

$M

2021

$M

Hedging instruments

Derivative financial instruments

NZD

USD

AUD

EUR

JPY

(1,242)

930

(22)

72

284

(1,135)

687

(15)

87

389

Not hedge accounted foreign currency derivatives22 13

The changes in fair value of hedged items and hedging instruments during the year offset within ‘Foreign exchange losses’ within the

Statement of Financial Performance, as set out below. In addition, foreign exchange losses of $43 million (30 June 2021: $143 million

gains) were recognised in respect of debt and lease instruments which have remained unhedged since being de-designated from cash

flow hedges of forecast foreign currency revenues.

Foreign currency (losses)/gains on:

Lease liabilities

Interest-bearing liabilities

Provisions

Interest-bearing assets

Derivative financial instruments

(11)

(21)

(27)

(1)

64

17

83

21

-

(123)

4(2)

Forward points on non-hedge accounted foreign currency derivatives of $9 million were recognised in ‘Finance costs’ during the year

(30 June 2021: $3 million).

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

24. Financial Risk Management (continued)

Sensitivity analysis

The sensitivity analyses which follow are hypothetical and should not be considered predictive of future performance. They only include

financial instruments (derivative and non-derivative) and do not include the future forecast hedged transactions. As the sensitivities are

only on financial instruments, the sensitivities ignore the offsetting impact on future forecast transactions which many of the derivatives

are hedging. Changes in fair value can generally not be extrapolated because the relationship of change in assumption to change in fair

value may not be linear. In addition, for the purposes of the below analyses, the effect of a variation in a particular assumption is calculated

independently of any change in another assumption. In reality, changes in one factor may contribute to changes in another, which may

magnify or counteract the sensitivities. Furthermore, sensitivities to specific events or circumstances will be counteracted as far as

possible through strategic management actions. The estimated fair values as disclosed should not be considered indicative of future

earnings on these contracts.

Foreign currency sensitivity on financial instruments

The following table demonstrates the sensitivity of financial instruments at reporting date to a reasonably possible appreciation/

depreciation in the United States Dollar against the New Zealand Dollar. Other currencies are evaluated by converting first to United States

Dollars and then applying the above change against the New Zealand Dollar. All other variables are held constant. This analysis does not

include future forecast hedged operating transactions.

Appreciation/depreciation (US cents):

2022

NZ$M

+5c

2022

NZ$M

-5c

2021

NZ$M

+5c

2021

NZ$M

-5c

Impact on loss before taxation:

USD

EUR

JPY

54

6

25

(64)

(7)

(29)

60

6

29

(69)

(7)

(34)

The above reflects the foreign exchange sensitivity on unhedged debt following de-designations of hedge relationships in the prior year.

Impact on equity:

USD

AUD

EUR

JPY

CNH

GBP

Other

(46)

8

1

1

2

1

3

54

(9)

(1)

(1)

(3)

(1)

(3)

(20)

5

-

-

2

-

1

23

(6)

-

(1)

(2)

-

(1)

The above would be deferred within equity and then offset by the foreign currency impact of the hedged item when it occurs.

20222021

Significant foreign exchange rates used at balance date for one New Zealand Dollar are:

USD

AUD

CNY

EUR

JPY

GBP

0.6220

0.9040

4.17

0.5960

84.90

0.5130

0.6990

0.9310

4.52

0.5870

7 7. 3 0

0.5050

38
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

24. Financial Risk Management (continued)

FUEL PRICE RISK

Fuel price risk is the risk of loss to the Group arising from adverse fluctuations in fuel prices.

The Group enters into fuel swap and option agreements to reduce the impact of price changes on fuel costs in accordance with the policy

approved by the Board of Directors. Uplift in the first six months is hedged between 35% and 90% (30 June 2021: first six months is hedged

between 35% to 90%) with progressive reductions in percentages hedged over the next 6 to 12 months.

The price risk of jet fuel purchases includes a crude oil price risk component, despite crude oil not being specified in any

contractual arrangement. Based on an evaluation of the market structure and refining process, this risk component is

separately identifiable and reliably measurable even though it is not contractually specified. The relationship of the crude

oil component to jet fuel as a whole varies in line with the published crude oil and jet fuel price indices. Crude oil hedging

instruments are designated as a hedge of the price risk in the crude oil component of highly probable jet fuel purchases.

There is a 1:1 hedging ratio of the hedging instrument to the crude oil component identified as the hedged item.

Some components of hedge accounted derivatives are excluded from the designated risk. Cash flow hedges in respect

of fuel derivatives include only the intrinsic value of fuel options. Time value on fuel options is excluded from the hedge

designation and is marked to market through Other Comprehensive Income and accumulated within a separate component

of equity (the ‘Costs of Hedging Reserve’ within ‘Hedge Reserves’) until such time as the related hedge accounted cash flows

affect profit or loss. At this stage the cumulative amount is reclassified to profit or loss within ‘Fuel’.

Ineffectiveness is only expected to arise where the index of the hedging instrument differs to that of the underlying hedged item.

Impact of hedging fuel price risk

Weighted average strike prices of fuel derivatives

2022

USD

2021

USD

Weighted average collar ceiling (Brent)

Weighted average collar floor (Brent)

Weighted average bought calls (Brent)

Weighted average Brent swap strike

Weighted average Jet swap strike

Weighted average Jet-Brent crack spread price

Barrels hedged (millions of barrels)

76

63

111

-

61

-

2.1

61

50

-

48

58

3

2.1

CASH FLOW HEDGES OF FUEL PRICE RISK

Forecast fuel purchase transactions are not recognised in the financial statements until the transactions occur. The number of barrels

hedged is set out in the previous table. All fuel derivative contracts mature within 12 months of reporting date.

Fuel derivatives were recognised within ‘Derivative financial instruments’ on the Statement of Financial Position as at reporting date and

were designated as the hedging instrument in qualifying cash flow hedges.

Statement of Financial Position

2022

$M

2021

$M

Derivative financial assets 52 55

The effective portion of changes in the fair value of fuel hedging instruments which were deferred to the cash flow hedge reserve (within

hedge reserves) during the year are set out below, together with transfers to earnings, when the underlying hedged item occurs, or upon

de-designation of the hedge where the underlying forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur.

Hedge reserves

Balance at the beginning of the year

Change in fair value*

Transfers to fuel

Changes in costs of hedging reserve

Taxation on reserve movements

36

98

(108)

(4)

4

(24)

87

(8)

4

(23)

Balance at the end of the year26 36

* The change in fair value recognised in the cash flow hedge reserve excludes ineffectiveness which is recognised through earnings.

No ineffectiveness arose on cash flow hedges of fuel price risk during the year (30 June 2021: Nil).

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

24. Financial Risk Management (continued)

Fuel price sensitivity on financial instruments

The sensitivity of the fair value of these derivatives as at reporting date to a reasonably possible change in the price per barrel of crude

oil is shown below. This analysis assumes that all other variables remain constant and the respective impacts on loss before taxation and

equity are dictated by the proportion of effective/ineffective hedges. In practice, these elements would vary independently. This analysis

does not include the future forecast hedged fuel transactions.

Price movement per barrel:

2022

$M

+USD 30

2022

$M

-USD 30

2021

$M

+USD 20

2021

$M

-USD 20

Impact on loss before taxation

Impact on cash flow hedge reserve (within equity)

-

58

-

(37)

-

51

-

(45)

Amounts affecting the cash flow hedge reserve would be deferred within equity and then offset by the fuel price impact of the hedged

item when it occurs.

INTEREST RATE RISK

Interest rate risk is the risk of loss to the Group arising from adverse fluctuations in interest rates.

The Group has exposure to interest rate risk as a result of the long-term borrowing activities which are used to fund ongoing activities. It is

the Group’s policy to ensure the interest rate exposure is maintained to minimise the impact of changes in interest rates on its net floating

rate long-term borrowings. Whilst the Group’s policy is to fix between 70% to 90% (30 June 2021: 70% to 90%) of its exposure to interest

rates, including fixed interest leases, in the next 12 months, the impact of Covid-19 on the Group’s cash position has resulted in interest

exposure outside of these parameters at the end of the financial year. The Board has approved an interim exemption to this policy. Interest

rate swaps (including cross currency interest rate swaps) are used to achieve an appropriate mix of fixed and floating rate exposure if the

volume of fixed rate loans or fixed rate leases is insufficient.

Impact of hedging interest rate risk

20222021

Interest rate derivatives

Volume (USD M)

Weighted average contract rate (%)

Weighted average contract maturities (years)

-

-

-

35

1.6

0.4

CASH FLOW HEDGES OF INTEREST RATE RISK

The impact of changes in floating interest rates is recognised in the financial statements when the transactions occur. The volume of the

floating rate debt and lease liabilities hedged, together with contract rates and maturities are set out above.

Interest rate derivatives were recognised within ‘Derivative financial instruments’ on the Statement of Financial Position as at reporting

date and were designated as the hedging instrument in qualifying cash flow hedges. Nil remained in the cash flow hedge reserve at 30

June 2022 (30 June 2021: losses of $1 million).

Interest rate sensitivity on financial instruments

Earnings are sensitive to changes in interest rates on the floating rate element of borrowings and lease obligations and the fair value of

interest rate swaps. Their sensitivity to a reasonably possible change in interest rates with all other variables held constant, is set out as per

table below. This analysis assumes that the amount and mix of fixed and floating rate debt, including lease obligations, remains unchanged

from that in place at reporting date, and that the change in interest rates is effective from the beginning of the year. In reality, the fixed/

floating rate mix will fluctuate over the year and interest rates will change continually.

Interest rate change:

2022

$M

+100 bp*

2022

$M

-100 bp*

2021

$M

+25 bp*

2021

$M

-25 bp*

Impact on loss before taxation

Impact on cash flow hedge reserve (within equity)

(18)

-

18

-

(5)

-

5

-

*bp = basis points

The impact on equity as shown above would be offset by the hedged floating interest rate exposure as it occurs.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

24. Financial Risk Management (continued)

LIQUIDITY RISK

Liquidity risk is the risk that the Group will be unable to meet its obligations as they fall due. The Group manages the risk by targeting

a minimum liquidity level, ensuring long-term commitments are managed with respect to forecast available cash inflow and managing

maturity profiles. The Group holds significant cash reserves and has available a government unsecured committed revolving standby

facility to enable it to meet its liabilities as they fall due and to sustain operations in the event of unanticipated external factors or events.

Liquidity risk management has become a primary focus as a result of the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. With the rapid depletion of

cash reserves, various measures have been undertaken to reduce cash outflows (refer Statement of Accounting Policies). Cash flows

are being actively monitored in conjunction with regular revisions to revenue and expenditure forecasts. Given the completion of an

equity capital raise, the issue of the Australian Medium Term Notes, the entering into an arrangement with the Crown for a revolving

loan facility, and accessibility of additional debt funding, the Board has a reasonable expectation that the Group has sufficient liquidity.

The following table sets out the contractual, undiscounted cash flows for non-derivative financial liabilities and derivative

financial instruments:

S TAT E M E N T

OF FINANCIAL

POSITION

$M

CONTRACTUAL

CASH FLOWS

$M

< 1 YEAR

$M

1-2 YEARS

$M

2-5 YEARS

$M

5+ YEARS

$M

As at 30 June 2022

Trade and other payables

Secured borrowings

Australian medium term notes

Unsecured bonds

Lease liabilities*

Redeemable shares

497

1,185

608

50

1,525

200

497

1,260

792

51

1,76 4

216

497

218

37

51

361

11

-

206

37

-

293

205

-

571

424

-

575

-

-

265

294

-

535

-

Total non-derivative financial liabilities 4,065 4,580 1,175 741 1,570 1,094

Foreign exchange derivatives

– Inflow

– Outflow

1,872

(1,822)

1,872

(1,822)

-

-

-

-

-

-

Fuel derivatives

Cross currency interest rate derivatives

51

52

(17)

50

43

(17)

50

43

(1)

-

-

(5)

-

-

(8)

-

-

(3)

Total derivative financial instruments 86 76 92 (5) (8) (3)

* Lease liabilities recognised within 5+ years include $129 million related to three properties with lease terms ranging between 10-19 years.

S TAT E M E N T

OF FINANCIAL

POSITION

$M

CONTRACTUAL

CASH FLOWS

$M

< 1 YEAR

$M

1-2 YEARS

$M

2-5 YEARS

$M

5+ YEARS

$M

As at 30 June 2021

Trade and other payables

Secured borrowings

Unsecured bonds

Lease liabilities**

Amounts owing to associates

524

1,497

50

1,761

1

524

1,538

53

2,025

1

524

541

2

406

1

-

183

51

351

-

-

531

-

563

-

-

283

-

705

-

Total non-derivative financial liabilities 3,833 4,141 1 ,474 585 1,094 988

Foreign exchange derivatives

– Inflow

– Outflow

1,539

(1,527)

1,539

(1,527)

-

-

-

-

-

-

Fuel derivatives

13

55

12

53

12

53

-

-

-

-

-

-

Total derivative financial instruments 68 65 65 - - -

** Lease liabilities recognised within 5+ years include $160 million related to six properties with lease terms ranging between 10-19 years.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

24. Financial Risk Management (continued)

FAIR VALUE ESTIMATION

Financial instruments for which fair value is recognised or disclosed are categorised within the fair value hierarchy as

described below. Financial instruments are either carried at fair value or amounts approximating fair value, with the exception

of interest-bearing liabilities and Redeemable Shares, for which the fair value is disclosed in Note 15 Interest-bearing liabilities

and Note 17 Redeemable Shares. This equates to “Level 2” of the fair value hierarchy defined within NZ IFRS 13 - Fair Value

Measurement. The fair value of derivative financial instruments is based on published market prices for similar assets or

liabilities or market observable inputs to valuation at balance date (“Level 2” of the fair value hierarchy). The fair value of

foreign currency forward contracts is determined using forward exchange rates at reporting date. The fair value of fuel swap

and option agreements is determined using forward fuel prices at reporting date. The fair value of interest rate swaps is

determined using forward interest rates as at reporting date.


Capital risk management

The Group’s objectives when managing capital are to safeguard the company’s ability to continue as a going concern and to continue

to generate shareholder value and benefits for other stakeholders, and to provide an acceptable return for shareholders by removing

complexity, reducing costs and pricing our services commensurately with the level of risk. The Group is not subject to any externally

imposed capital requirements.

The Group’s capital structure is managed in the light of economic conditions, future capital expenditure profiles and the risk

characteristics of the underlying assets. The Group’s capital structure may be modified by adjusting the amount of dividends paid to

shareholders, initiating dividend reinvestment opportunities, returning capital to shareholders, issuing new shares or selling assets to

reduce debt. The capital management policies and guidelines are regularly reviewed by the Board of Directors.

The Group monitors capital on the basis of gearing and debt coverage ratios. The gearing ratios are calculated as net debt over net debt

plus equity. Net debt is calculated as total borrowings, bonds, medium term notes, lease obligations and Redeemable Shares (including

net open derivatives on these instruments) less cash and cash equivalents and interest-bearing assets. Capital comprises all components

of equity. The debt coverage ratios are calculated as gross debt over earnings/(losses) before interest, taxation, depreciation and

amortisation (adjusted for non-cash items). Gross debt is calculated as total borrowings, bonds, medium term notes, lease obligations and

Redeemable Shares. The gearing ratio and the calculation is disclosed in the Five Year Statistical Review.

25. Offsetting Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities

Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount reported in the Statement of Financial Position when

there is a legally enforceable right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or

realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

Amounts subject to potential offset

For financial instruments subject to enforceable master netting arrangements, each agreement allows the parties to elect net settlement

of the relevant financial assets and liabilities. In the absence of such election, settlement occurs on a gross basis, however each party will

have the option to settle on a net basis in the event of default of the other party.

The following table shows the gross amounts of financial assets and financial liabilities which are subject to enforceable master netting

arrangements and similar agreements, as recognised in the Statement of Financial Position. It also shows the potential net amounts if

offset were to occur.

S TAT E M E N T

OF FINANCIAL

POSITION

2022

$M

AMOUNTS

NOT OFFSET

2022

$M

NET

AMOUNTS

IF OFFSET

2022

$M

S TAT E M E N T

OF FINANCIAL

POSITION

2021

$M

AMOUNTS

NOT OFFSET

2021

$M

NET

AMOUNTS

IF OFFSET

2021

$M

Financial assets

Bank and short-term deposits

Derivative financial assets

1,793

308

(18)

(204)

1,7 75

104

266

79

-

(9)

266

70

Financial liabilities

Derivative financial liabilities(222) 222 -(11) 9 (2)

Letters of credit and security deposits held within ‘Interest-bearing assets’ are also subject to master netting arrangements. The amounts

are disclosed in Note 9 Other Assets and Note 23 Contingent Liabilities.

42
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

26. Related Parties

Crown

The Crown, the major shareholder of the Company, owns 51% of the issued capital of the Company (30 June 2021: 52%).

On 9 May 2022, the Crown acquired $593 million of new Ordinary Shares issued by the Company under a pro rata renounceable Rights

Offer, in order to maintain a majority shareholding in Air New Zealand. A pre-commitment participation fee of $3 million was paid to the

Crown in the 2022 financial year in relation to the equity raise.

Crown standby loan facility

On 27 May 2020, the Group entered into a debt funding agreement (CSF1 Loan Facility) with the New Zealand Government to support

the airline as it managed the unprecedented impact of the Covid-19 outbreak on its business. The CSF1 Loan Facility, as amended in May

2021, was structured in two tranches - a tranche of $1 billion with an effective interest rate in the order of 3.5% per annum and a second

tranche of $500 million with an effective interest rate expected to be 5.0% per annum. The facility was available through to 27 September

2023. The CSF1 Loan Facility was negotiated on an arms’ length basis, with each party having been independently advised. Under the

arrangement, the Group undertook various representations and operational, informational and other undertakings. The arrangement was

subject to typical events of default. The CSF1 Loan Facility was secured against specific aircraft assets and a general security interest was

provided against other assets of the Group (subject to certain exemptions).

In December 2021, the airline announced a revised Crown support package, which gave the Group the ability to issue up to $1 billion of

non-voting Redeemable Shares to the Crown and reduced the CSF1 Loan Facility from $1.5 billion to $1 billion, with an extended term to

January 2026. During the 2022 financial year the Group drew down an additional $500 million under the CSF1 Loan Facility (30 June 2021:

$350 million).

Following completion of a capital raise undertaken by the Company on 9 May 2022, the proceeds were used to repay in full the $850

million drawn down at that date under the CSF1 Loan Facility.

On 30 March 2022, a new unsecured committed standby revolving facility (CSF2) was entered into with the Crown for up to $400 million

for a period through to 30 January 2026. The purpose of the facility is to provide additional liquidity, if required, as the airline recovers from

the effects of the pandemic. Interest on any amounts drawn will be charged initially at a bank bill benchmark rate plus an initial margin

of 1.5% per annum together with a commitment fee of 1.0% per annum on the committed facility limit. No amounts were drawn under the

facility as at 30 June 2022.

The new standby revolving facility was negotiated on an arms’ length basis, with each party having been independently advised. Under the

arrangement, the Group undertook various representations, warranties and undertakings, including regular reporting on operational and

financial performance, with additional reporting and information requirements if the loan has been drawn. The arrangement is subject to

typical events of default. The facility is unsecured subject to the Group being required to grant the Crown first ranking security over aircraft

assets which are financed using the facility.

For the year ended 30 June 2022, the Group recognised commitment fees of $11 million (30 June 2021: $18 million) and interest costs of

$16 million (30 June 2021: $10 million) within the Statement of Financial Performance in relation to the facilities.

Redeemable Shares

In December 2021, Air New Zealand entered into a Redeemable Shares subscription agreement with the New Zealand Government in

which the Group had the ability to call for the Crown to subscribe for up to $1 billion of fully paid Redeemable Shares.

On 30 March 2022, the Group called for Redeemable Shares to be issued in two tranches, being $150 million on 7 April 2022 and $450

million on 6 May 2022. The availability period to issue new Redeemable Shares ceased on 9 May 2022. Some of the proceeds from the

issue of the Australian Medium Term Notes (refer Note 15) were subsequently used to redeem $400 million of the Redeemable Shares

on 2 June 2022. As at 30 June 2022, $200 million of Redeemable Shares remain on issue. These shares are redeemable at the option of

the Group, in part or in full, at any time with 20 days’ written notice with an unconditional right to defer redemption until the scheduled

redemption date of 14 December 2046. Dividends are payable quarterly in arrears and accrue on a cumulative compound basis if unpaid.

Dividends of $4 million were recognised within Finance costs in the Statement of Financial Performance during the year ended 30 June

2022 (30 June 2021: Nil).

Transactions with Crown entities

Air New Zealand enters into numerous airline transactions with Government Departments, Crown Agencies and State Owned Enterprises

on an arm’s length basis. All transactions are entered into in the normal course of business.

During the period the Group entered into agreements with the Crown to undertake domestic charters to support quarantine activity as

part of border restriction requirements. The transactions were negotiated on an arm’s length basis.

Details of government grants and subsidies received in respect of international airfreight capacity, an aviation support package and wage

subsidies are outlined in Notes 1 and 2.

The New Zealand Government introduced legislation to lessen the impact of Covid-19 on businesses by allowing for the deferral of the

payment of taxes without the imposition of penalties or interest. The Group was granted a deferral of FBT and PAYE for the period 1 July

2020 to 30 September 2021. The total amount deferred for the period was $298 million. The FBT and PAYE liabilities arising during this

period were settled during January 2022 to March 2022 with no amounts outstanding at balance date (30 June 2021: deferred FBT and

PAYE liabilities of $254 million).

43
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

26. Related Parties (continued)

Key management personnel

Compensation of key management personnel (including directors) was as follows:

2022

$M

2021

$M

Short-term employee costs

Directors’ fees

Share-based payments

9

1

1

11

1

1

11 13

Certain key management personnel (including directors) have relevant interests in a number of companies (including non-executive

directorships) to which Air New Zealand provides aircraft related services in the normal course of business, on standard commercial terms.

Staff share purchase schemes and Executive share performance rights plans

Shares held by the Staff Share Purchase scheme and Executive performance rights plans are detailed in Note 20.

Bank set-off arrangements

The Group has a set-off arrangement on certain Bank of New Zealand balances, allowing the offset of overdraft amounts against in-fund

amounts. The following entities are included in the set-off arrangement:

Air Nelson Limited

Air New Zealand Limited

Air New Zealand Regional Maintenance Limited

Mount Cook Airline Limited

Associated companies

Transactions between the Group and associated companies are conducted on normal terms and conditions.

The Christchurch Engine Centre (CEC) provides maintenance services to the Group on certain V2500 engines. The Group receives

revenue for contract and administration services performed for the CEC.

Capital contributions to Drylandcarbon One Limited Partnership of $12 million were made during the year ended 30 June 2022

(30 June 2021: $8 million).

2022

$M

2021

$M

During the year, there have been transactions between Air New Zealand and its associated companies

as follows:

Operating revenue

Operating expenditure


1

-


1

(3)


Balances outstanding at the end of the year are unsecured and on normal trading terms:

Amounts owing to associates 1 1

During the year CEC paid total distributions to the Group of $32 million (30 June 2021: $38 million).

Other related party disclosures

Other balances and transactions with related parties are not considered material to Air New Zealand and are entered into in the normal

course of business on standard commercial terms. There have been no related party debts forgiven during the year.

44
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022

27. Impact of New Accounting Interpretations

In April 2021, the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (“IFRIC”) issued an agenda decision on Configuration or

Customisation Costs in a Cloud Computing Arrangement (IAS 38). This Interpretation clarifies the accounting treatment in respect of

costs of configuring or customising a supplier’s application software in a Software as a Service (“SaaS”) arrangement. Whilst such

costs may be able to continue to be capitalised in limited circumstances, in many cases the costs will now need to be recognised as

an operating expense.

Changes in accounting treatment as a result of an agenda decision are generally accounted for as a voluntary change in accounting

policy and must be applied retrospectively. The Group has completed the review of such costs and has identified the following

adjustments to previous reporting periods.

The impact of the changes on the affected line items in the Statement of Financial Performance for the year ended 30 June 2021

is set out below:

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

2021

PRIOR TO

APPLICATION

OF AGENDA

DECISION

$M

2021

AGENDA

DECISION

ADJUSTMENTS

$M

2021

AFTER

APPLICATION

OF AGENDA

DECISION

$M

Other expenses(247) (5) (252)

Operating Earnings (excluding items below)

Depreciation and amortisation

339

(716)

(5)

1

334

(715)

Loss Before Finance Costs, Associates, Other Significant Items and Taxation(377) (4) (381)

Loss Before Taxation

Taxation credit

(411)

122

(4)

1

(415)

123

Net Loss Attributable to Shareholders of Parent Company(289) (3) (292)

The impact of the changes on the affected line items in the Statement of Financial Position as at 30 June 2021 is set out below:

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

PRIOR TO

APPLICATION

OF AGENDA

DECISION

$M

AGENDA

DECISION

ADJUSTMENTS

$M

AFTER

APPLICATION

OF AGENDA

DECISION

$M

As at 30 June 2021

Non-Current Assets

Intangible assets179(10) 169

Total Non-Current Assets5,868(10) 5,858

Total Assets6,694(10) 6,684

Deferred taxation61(3) 58

Total Non-Current Liabilities3,236(3) 3,233

Total Liabilities5,589(3) 5,586

Net Assets1,105(7) 1,098

Reserves(1,108)(7) (1,115)

Total Equity1,105(7) 1,098

45
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED

FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP

27. Impact of New Accounting Interpretations (continued)

The impact of the changes on the affected line items in the Statement of Changes in Equity is set out below:

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

GENERAL RESERVESTOTAL EQUITY

AS

PREVIOUSLY

REPORTED

$M


ADJUSTMENTS

$M


AS

R E S TAT E D

$M

AS

PREVIOUSLY

REPORTED

$M


ADJUSTMENTS

$M


AS

R E S TAT E D

$M

Balance as at 1 July 2020

Net loss for the year

(757)

(289)

(4)

(3)

(761)

(292)

1,318

(289)

(4)

(3)

1,314

(292)

Total comprehensive loss for the year(285)(3)(288)(217)(3)(220)

Balance as at 30 June 2021(1,042)(7)(1,049)1,105(7)1,098

The impact of the changes on the affected line items in the Statement of Cash Flows is set out below:

STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

2021

PRIOR TO

APPLICATION

OF AGENDA

DECISION

$M

2021

AGENDA

DECISION

ADJUSTMENTS

$M

2021

AFTER

APPLICATION

OF AGENDA

DECISION

$M

Payments to suppliers and employees(2,111) (5) (2,116)

Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities 323 (5) 318

Acquisition of property, plant and equipment, right of use assets and intangibles(231) 5 (226)

Net Cash Flow from Investing Activities(182) 5 (177)

Cash and Cash Equivalents at the End of the Year 266 - 266

Reconciliation of Net Loss Attributable to Shareholders to Net Cash Flows from

Operating Activities:

Net loss attributable to shareholders

Plus/(less) non-cash items:

– Depreciation and amortisation

Net working capital movements:

Liabilities

(289)

716

(4)

(3)

(1)

(1)

(292)

715

(5)

Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities323(5)318

To the Shareholders of Air New Zealand Limited
Auditor-General

The Auditor-General is the auditor of Air New Zealand Limited and its subsidiaries (the Group). The

Auditor-General has appointed me, Melissa Collier, using the staff and resources of Deloitte Limited,

to carry out the audit of the consolidated financial statements of the Group on his behalf.

Opinion

We have audited the consolidated financial statements of the Group on pages 2 to 45, that comprise

the Statement of Financial Position as at 30 June 2022, the Statement of Financial Performance,

Statement of Comprehensive Income, Statement of Changes in Equity and Statement of Cash Flows

for the year ended on that date and the notes to the financial statements that include accounting

policies and other explanatory information.

In our opinion the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects the

financial position of the Group as at 30 June 2022, and its financial performance and its cash flows for

the year then ended in accordance with New Zealand Equivalents to International Financial Reporting

Standards and International Financial Reporting Standards.

Our audit was completed on 25 August 2022. This is the date at which our opinion is expressed.

The basis for our opinion is explained below. In addition, we outline the responsibilities of the Board of

Directors and our responsibilities relating to the consolidated financial statements, we comment on

other information, and we explain our independence.

Basis for opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with the Auditor-General’s Auditing Standards, which

incorporate the Professional and Ethical Standards and the International Standards on Auditing (New

Zealand) issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board. Our responsibilities

under those standards are further described in the Responsibilities of the auditor for the audit of the

consolidated financial statements section of our report.

We have fulfilled our responsibilities in accordance with the Auditor-General’s Auditing Standards.

We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis

for our opinion.

Audit materiality

We consider materiality primarily in terms of the magnitude of misstatement in the consolidated

financial statements of the Group that in our judgement would make it probable that the economic

decisions of a reasonably knowledgeable person would be changed or influenced (the ‘quantitative’

materiality). In addition, we also assess whether other matters that come to our attention during the

audit would in our judgement change or influence the decisions of such a person (the ‘qualitative’

materiality). We use materiality both in planning the scope of our audit work and in evaluating the

results of our work.

We determined materiality for the consolidated financial statements as a whole to be $21 million

which was determined with reference to a number of factors and taking into account the cyclical

nature of the airline industry and the impact of Covid-19 on the Group. $21 million represents 2.6%

of net loss before tax, 1.3% of total equity and 0.08% of operating revenue.

Key audit matters

Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgement, were of most significance

in our audit of the consolidated financial statements for the current period. These matters were

addressed in the context of our audit of the consolidated financial statements as a whole, and in

forming our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters.

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

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47
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT (CONTINUED)

Key audit matterHow our audit addressed the key audit matter and the results of our work

Carrying value of aircraft and related assets including assessment of the residual values of aircraft

Group aircraft and related assets, including right of

use assets, total $4,095 million at 30 June 2022 (2021:

$4,360 million) as outlined in notes 10 and 11. The Group

has recognised a net impairment charge on aircraft of

$6 million (refer to notes 3, 10 and 11).

The Covid-19 global pandemic has impacted the global

economy and the aviation sector in particular. Although

global restrictions have eased in recent months, there

still remains uncertainty surrounding the expected

recovery period and global demand. This in turn

establishes a high degree of estimation uncertainty and

significant judgement, impacting the fair value of the

Group’s fleet and whether the carrying value of assets

are appropriate. In response, the Group has undertaken

a formal impairment test by assessing the recoverable

amount of the cash generating unit and comparing this

to the carrying value of relevant assets.

The recoverable amount of the business is highly

dependent on the expected future cash flows to be

generated by the business or in certain cases, the

individual aircraft. The Group uses a 10-year discounted

cash flow model to determine the recoverable value of

the business as a whole.

An assessment of individual aircraft for impairment was

undertaken where their value is to be realised by means

other than future use as part of the fleet. These aircraft

are separately assessed for impairment by comparing

their fair value less cost to dispose, as determined by a

third-party valuation expert, to their carrying value.

In addition the useful lives and residual values of

aircraft may be influenced by changes to economic

conditions, demand, competition and new technology.

The Group considers these changes when reassessing

the useful lives and residual values of aircraft to

determine the appropriate depreciation rates.

This is a key audit matter due to the significance of

aircraft and related assets to the financial statements,

the indicators of impairment that have arisen as a

result of Covid-19, and the level of estimates involved in

determining the recoverable amounts.

In assessing the appropriateness of the carrying values and residual values of

aircraft and related assets we performed the following procedures:

• considered the Group’s assessment of its cash-generating unit and the basis

for assessing certain aircraft for impairment on an individual basis;

• gained an understanding of the Group’s impairment assessment and held

discussions with management to understand the basis of determining key

assumptions used in the impairment model;

• evaluated the Group’s assumptions in the value in use model against the

assumptions used in the cash flow projections for consistency, where

appropriate;

• confirmed the competency and independence of the third party valuation

expert, and discussed with them their approach and assumptions made in

determining the relevant aircraft values;

• tested relevant aircraft values to external market valuations to compare the

carrying value to current market value;

• engaged our internal valuation specialists to assist in evaluating the

assumptions used in the Group’s discounted cash flow model, specifically

the discount rate (including inquiring about the impact of climate

considerations on input assumptions) and terminal growth rates used;

• performed sensitivity analysis over key assumptions in the Group’s

impairment model;

• challenged the Group’s assumptions underpinning the calculation of residual

values by making a comparison to external information such as industry data

and period end exchange rates; and

• evaluated the controls in place over the calculation of depreciation, in

particular around the initial input of, or changes to, residual values and useful

life information.

We consider the Group’s assessment of the residual values and useful lives

of aircraft to be reasonable. We also consider the assumptions and estimates

applied in the value-in-use model and the determination of fair value less costs to

sell for certain individual aircraft to be appropriate.

Revenue recognition

The Group’s revenue consists of passenger revenue

which totalled $1,476 million (2021: $1,470 million).

Passenger revenue is complex due to the various fare

rules that may apply to a transaction, and as tickets

are typically sold prior to the day of flight. Complex IT

systems and processes are required to correctly record

these sales as transportation sales in advance and then

as revenue when flights occur.

We have included revenue recognition as a key audit

matter due to the magnitude of revenue in relation

to the financial statements and the substantial

dependence on complex IT systems.

In performing our procedures we:

• evaluated the systems, processes and controls in place over passenger

revenue in advance and key account reconciliation processes;

• tested the IT environment in which passenger sales occur and interfaces with

other relevant systems;

• assessed the quality of information produced by these systems and tested

the accuracy and completeness of reports generated by these systems and

used to recognise or defer passenger revenue;

• performed an analysis of passenger revenue and passenger revenue in

advance and created expectations of revenue based on our knowledge of

the Group, the industry and key performance measures, including airline

capacity and revenue per available seat kilometre. We have compared this

to the Group’s revenue and obtained appropriate evidence for significant

differences; and

• agreed a sample of revenue transactions to supporting documentation.

We are satisfied revenue has been appropriately recognised.

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT (CONTINUED)
48

Responsibilities of the Board of

Directors for the consolidated

financial statements

The Board of Directors is responsible on behalf of the Group for preparing consolidated financial

statements that are fairly presented in accordance with New Zealand Equivalents to International

Financial Reporting Standards and International Financial Reporting Standards.

The Board of Directors is responsible on behalf of the Group for such internal control as it

determines is necessary to enable it to prepare consolidated financial statements that are free

from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

In preparing the consolidated financial statements, the Board of Directors is responsible on behalf

of the Group for assessing the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern. The Board of Directors

is also responsible for disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the

going concern basis of accounting unless there is an intention to liquidate the Group or to cease

operations, or there is no realistic alternative but to do so.

The Board of Director’s responsibilities arise from the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013.

Responsibilities of the auditor

for the audit of the consolidated

financial statements

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial

statements as a whole, are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to

issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion.

Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit carried

out in accordance with the Auditor-General’s Auditing Standards will always detect a material

misstatement when it exists. Misstatements are differences or omissions of amounts or

disclosures, and can arise from fraud or error. Misstatements are considered material if,

individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the decisions of

shareholders taken on the basis of these consolidated financial statements.

We did not evaluate the security and controls over the electronic publication of the consolidated

financial statements.

As part of an audit in accordance with the Auditor-General’s Auditing Standards, we exercise

professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. Also:

• We identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial

statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to

those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for

our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher

than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions,

misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.

• We obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit

procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an

opinion on the effectiveness of the Group’s internal control.

• We evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of

accounting estimates and related disclosures made by the Board of Directors.

• We conclude on the appropriateness of the use of the going concern basis of accounting by the

Board of Directors and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty

exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Group’s ability to

continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required

to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the consolidated financial

statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are

based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future

events or conditions may cause the Group to cease to continue as a going concern.

• We evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the consolidated financial

statements, including the disclosures, and whether the consolidated financial statements

represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.

• We obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the

entities or business activities within the Group to express an opinion on the consolidated

financial statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the

Group audit. We remain solely responsible for our audit opinion.

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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT (CONTINUED)

Responsibilities of the auditor

for the audit of the consolidated

financial statements

(continued)

• We communicate with the Board of Directors regarding, among other matters, the planned

scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant

deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

• We also provide the directors with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical

requirements regarding independence, and communicate with them all relationships and other

matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable,

related safeguards.

From the matters communicated with the Board of Directors, we determine those matters that

were of most significance in the audit of the consolidated financial statements of the current

period and are therefore the key audit matters. We describe these matters in our auditor’s report

unless law or regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare

circumstances, we determine that a matter should not be communicated in our report because the

adverse consequences of doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest

benefits of such communication.

Our responsibility arises from section 15 of the Public Audit Act 2001.

Other information

The Board of Directors is responsible on behalf of the Group for all other information. The other

information includes the Annual Shareholder Review and the information included with the

consolidated financial statements and audit report in the Annual Financial Results. Our opinion on

the consolidated financial statements does not cover the other information and we do not express

any form of audit opinion or assurance conclusion thereon.

In connection with our audit of the consolidated financial statements, our responsibility is to

read the other information. In doing so, we consider whether the other information is materially

inconsistent with the consolidated financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit,

or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If, based on our work, we conclude that there

is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. We have

nothing to report in this regard.

Independence

We are independent of the Group in accordance with the independence requirements of the

Auditor-General’s Auditing Standards which incorporate the independence requirements of

Professional and Ethical Standard 1: International Code of Ethics for Assurance Practitioners issued

by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board and we have fulfilled our other ethical

responsibilities in accordance with these requirements.

In addition to the audit we have carried out engagements in the areas of review of the interim

financial statements, assurance services relating to greenhouse gas emissions inventory, and

compliance with student fee protection rules. In addition we provide non-assurance services

to the Corporate Taxpayers Group. These services are compatible with those independence

requirements. In addition to these engagements, principals and employees of our firm deal with

the Group on normal terms within the ordinary course of trading activities of the Group. These

engagements and trading activities have not impaired our independence as auditor of the Group.

Other than the audit and these engagements and trading activities, we have no relationship with, or

interests in the Group.

Melissa Collier

for Deloitte Limited

On behalf of the Auditor-General

Auckland, New Zealand

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2022

$M

2021

$M

2020

$M

2019

$M

2018

$M

Operating Revenue

Passenger revenue

Cargo

Contract services

Other revenue

1,476

1,016

117

125

1,470

769

161

117

3,942

449

216

229

4,960

390

197

238

4,696

387

193

219


Operating Expenditure

Labour

Fuel

Maintenance

Aircraft operations

Passenger services

Sales and marketing

Foreign exchange (losses)/gains

Other expenses

2,73 4

(976)

(560)

(259)

(412)

(116)

(131)

(3)

(281)

2,517

(830)

(311)

(254)

(350)

(84)

(73)

(29)

(252)

4,836

(1,197 )

(1,022)

(4 41)

(575)

(258)

(253)

18

(326)

5,785

(1,351)

(1,271)

(399)

(678)

(319)

(350)

53

(290)

5,495

(1,294)

(987)

(352)

(634)

(295)

(344)

(19)

(281)

(2,738) (2,183) (4,054) (4,605) (4,206)

Operating Earnings (excluding items below)

Depreciation and amortisation

Rental and lease expenses

(4)

(668)

-

334

(715)

-

782

(840)

-

1,180

(554)

(245)

1,289

(515)

(227)

(Loss)/Earnings Before Finance Costs, Associates,

Other Significant Items and Taxation

Finance income

Finance costs

Share of earnings of associates (net of taxation)

(672)

14

(94)

27

(381)

8

(90)

19

(58)

34

(103)

39


381

48

(79)

37


547

40

(73)

33

(Loss)/Earnings Before Other Significant Items and Taxation

Other significant items

(725)

(85)

(444)

29

(88)

(541)

387

(5)

547

(57)

(Loss)/Profit Before Taxation

Taxation credit/(expense)

(810)

219

(415)

123

(629)

174

382

(106)

490

(136)

Net (Loss)/Profit Attributable to Shareholders of Parent Company(591) (292) (455) 276 354

Certain comparatives within the five year statistical review have been reclassified for comparative purposes, to ensure consistency

with the current year. Following the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (“IFRIC”) issuing a new interpretation in

April 2021 on Configuration or Customisation Costs in a Cloud Computing Arrangement (IAS 38) certain costs in respect of configuring

or customising a supplier’s application software in a Software as a Service (“SaaS”) arrangement were no longer able to be capitalised

and were required to be recognised as an operating expense. The interpretation was applied retrospectively and comparatives

restated accordingly. The Group adopted NZ IFRS 16 - Leases on 1 July 2019. In accordance with the transitional provisions of NZ

IFRS 16, comparatives have not been restated. NZ IFRS 15 - Revenue from Contracts with Customers was adopted on 1 July 2018 with

comparatives being restated for the 2018 financial year.

HISTORICAL SUMMARY OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

FIVE YEAR STATISTICAL REVIEW

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE

2022

$M

2021

$M

2020

$M

2019

$M

2018

$M

Cash flow from operating activities

Cash flow from investing activities

Cash flow from financing activities

550

(331)

1,308

318

(177)

(313)

228

(540)

(305)

986

(883)

(391)

1,028

(775)

(279)

Increase/(Decrease) in cash holding 1,527 (172) (617) (288) (26)

Total cash and cash equivalents 1,793 266 438 1,055 1,343

Certain comparatives within the five year statistical review have been reclassified for comparative purposes, to ensure consistency

with the current year. Following the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (“IFRIC”) issuing a new interpretation

in April 2021 on Configuration or Customisation Costs in a Cloud Computing Arrangement (IAS 38) certain costs in respect of

configuring or customising a supplier’s application software in a Software as a Service (“SaaS”) arrangement were no longer able

to be capitalised and were required to be recognised as an operating expense. The interpretation was applied retrospectively and

comparatives restated accordingly.

HISTORICAL SUMMARY OF CASH FLOWS

FIVE YEAR STATISTICAL REVIEW

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
5151

2022

$M

2021

$M

2020

$M

2019

$M

2018

$M

Current Assets

Bank and short-term deposits

Other current assets


1,793

704


266

560


438

571


1,055

74 9


1,343

910

Total Current Assets 2,497 826 1,009 1,804 2,253

Non-Current Assets

Property, plant and equipment

Other non-current assets

3,190

2,663

3,128

2,730

3,336

3,193

5,133

680

4,892

554

Total Non-Current Assets 5,853 5,858 6,529 5,813 5,446

Total Assets 8,350 6,684 7, 5 3 8 7,6 17 7,6 9 9

Current Liabilities

Debt

1

Other current liabilities

590

2,581

907

1,446

513

1,589

307

2,359

431

2,265

Total Current Liabilities 3,171 2,353 2,102 2,666 2,696

Non-Current Liabilities

Debt

1

Other non-current liabilities

2,978

524

2,401

832

3,188

934

2,290

672

2,303

630

Total Non-Current Liabilities 3,502 3,233 4,122 2,962 2,933

Total Liabilities 6,673 5,586 6,224 5,628 5,629

Net Assets 1,677 1,098 1,314 1,989 2,070

Total Equity 1,677 1,098 1,314 1,989 2,070

1. Debt is comprised of secured borrowings, bonds, medium term notes, finance lease liabilities, lease liabilities and Redeemable Shares.

HISTORICAL SUMMARY OF FINANCIAL POSITION

FIVE YEAR STATISTICAL REVIEW

AS AT 30 JUNE

2022

$M

2021

$M

2020

$M

2019

$M

2018

$M

Debt

Secured borrowings

Unsecured bonds

Medium term notes

Finance lease liabilities

Lease liabilities

Redeemable shares

1,185

50

608

-

1,525

200

1,497

50

-

-

1,761

-

1,413

50

-

-

2,238

-

1,459

50

-

1,088

-

-

1,563

50

-

1,121

-

-

Bank and short-term deposits

Net open derivatives held in relation to interest-bearing liabilities and

lease liabilities

1


Interest-bearing assets (included within Other assets)

3,568

1,793


23

360

3,308

266


13

324

3,701

438

(37)

334

2,597

1,055


7

264

2,73 4

1,343


42

182

Net Debt 1,392 2,705 2,966 1,271 1,16 7

Net aircraft operating lease commitments

2

- - - 1,246 1,232

Net Debt (including off Balance Sheet) 1,392 2,705 2,966 2,517 2,399

1. Unrealised gains/losses on open debt derivatives

2. Net aircraft operating lease commitments for the next twelve months, multiplied by a factor of seven (excluding short-term leases in 2018 and 2019, which provide cover for

Boeing 787-9 engine issues).

The Group adopted NZ IFRS 16 - Leases on 1 July 2019. In accordance with the transitional provisions of NZ IFRS 16, comparatives have

not been restated.

HISTORICAL SUMMARY OF DEBT

FIVE YEAR STATISTICAL REVIEW

AS AT 30 JUNE

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
5252

20222021202020192018

Profitability and Capital Management

E B I TA S

1

/Operating Revenue

EBITDRASA

2

/Operating Revenue

Passenger Revenue per Revenue Passenger Kilometre (Yield)

Passenger Revenue per Available Seat Kilometre (RASK)

3

Cost per Available Seat Kilometre (CASK)

4

Return on Invested Capital Pre-tax (ROIC)

5

Liquidity ratio

6

Gearing (incl. net capitalised aircraft operating leases)

7

%

%

cents

cents

cents

%

%

%

(24.6)

(0.1)

20.7

13.9

13.7

(21.2)

65.6

45.4

(15.1)

13.3

24.9

14.3

12.5

(8.2)

10.6

71.1

(1.2)

16.2

13.3

10.8

10.5

(13.3)

9.1

69.3

6.6

20.4

12.9

10.8

10.0

10.6

18.2

55.9

10.0

23.5

12.8

10.6

9.5

13.6

26.8

53.7

Shareholder Value

Basic Earnings per Share

8

Operating Cash Flow per Share

8

Ordinary Dividends Declared per Share

8

Net Tangible Assets per Share

8

Closing Share Price 30 June

Weighted Average Number of Ordinary Shares

Total Number of Ordinary Shares

Total Market Capitalisation

Total Shareholder Returns

9

cps

cps

cps

$

$

m

m

$m

%

(40.8)

16.3

-

0.39

0.57

1,449

3,368

1,920

(19.5)

(26.0)

28.3

-

0.86

1.55

1,123

1,123

1 ,74 0

0.7

(40.5)

20.3

-

1.10

1.32

1,123

1,123

1,482

(5.3)

24.6

8 7. 8

22.0

1.82

2.65

1,123

1,123

2,976

14.0

31.5

91.6

22.0

1.92

3.18

1,123

1,123

3,565

26.7

1. (Loss)/Earnings before interest and taxation (EBIT) excluding share of earnings of associates (net of taxation) and other significant items (refer footnote under Historical

Summary of Financial Performance)

2. EBITDRA excluding share of earnings of associates (net of taxation) and other significant items (refer footnote under Historical Summary of Financial Performance)

3. Passenger revenue per passenger flights Available Seat Kilometre

4. Operating expenditure (excluding other significant items) per ASK (refer footnote under Historical Summary of Financial Performance)

5. (EBIT plus interest component of aircraft operating leases)/average capital employed (Net Debt plus Equity) over the period

6. (Bank and short-term deposits and interest-bearing assets (excluding restricted cash))/Operating Revenue

7. Net Debt (including capitalised aircraft operating leases)/(Net Debt plus Equity)

8. Per-share measures based upon Ordinary Shares. Net tangible assets exclude ‘Intangible assets’ and ‘Deferred taxation’ reported on the face of the Statement of Financial

Position as well as carbon credit assets reported within ‘Other assets’

9. Return over five years including the change in share price and dividends received (assuming dividends are reinvested in shares on ex dividend date)

Certain comparatives within the five year statistical review have been reclassified for comparative purposes, to ensure consistency

with the current year. Following the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (“IFRIC”) issuing a new interpretation in

April 2021 on Configuration or Customisation Costs in a Cloud Computing Arrangement (IAS 38) certain costs in respect of configuring

or customising a supplier’s application software in a Software as a Service (“SaaS”) arrangement were no longer able to be capitalised

and were required to be recognised as an operating expense. The interpretation was applied retrospectively and comparatives

restated accordingly. The Group adopted NZ IFRS 16 - Leases on 1 July 2019. In accordance with the transitional provisions of NZ

IFRS 16, comparatives have not been restated. NZ IFRS 15 - Revenue from Contracts with Customers was adopted on 1 July 2018 with

comparatives being restated for the 2018 financial year.

KEY FINANCIAL METRICS

FIVE YEAR STATISTICAL REVIEW

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
5353

20222021202020192018

Passengers Carried (000)

Domestic


6,836


8,191


8,821


11,513


11,089

International

Australia and Pacific Islands

Asia

America and Europe

734

51

124

386

32

40

3,002

734

968

4,044

914

1,267

3,798

837

1,242

To t a l 909 458 4,704 6,225 5,877

Total Group 7,74 5 8,649 13,525 17,73 8 16,966

Available Seat Kilometres (M)

Domestic


4,929


5,480


5,619


7,10 4


6,905

International

Australia and Pacific Islands

Asia

America and Europe

2,665

1,229

1,828

2,214

1,572

1,038

10,367

8,117

12,232

13,640

9,699

15,586

12,963

9,169

15,237

To t a l 5,72 2 4,824 30,716 38,925 37,369

Total passenger flights 10,651 10,304 36,335 46,029 44,274

Cargo-only flights 9,368 7,106 2,151 - -

Total Group 20,019 17,410 38,486 46,029 4 4, 2 74

Revenue Passenger Kilometres (M)

Domestic


3,452


4,244


4,552


5,957


5,719

International

Australia and Pacific Islands

Asia

America and Europe

1,937

445

1,312

964

292

408

8,265

6,526

10,225

11,195

8,140

13,281

10,584

7,4 6 7

12,892

To t a l 3,694 1,664 25,016 32,616 30,943

Total Group 7,14 6 5,908 29,568 38,573 36,662

Passenger Load Factor (%)

Domestic


70.1


7 7.4


81.0


83.9


82.8

International

Australia and Pacific Islands

Asia

America and Europe

72.7

36.2

71.8

43.5

18.6

39.3

79.7

80.4

83.6

82.1

83.9

85.2

81.6

81.4

84.6

To t a l 65.5 36.5 81.4 83.8 83.4

Total Group 6 7.1 5 7. 3 81.4 83.8 82.8

GROUP EMPLOYEE NUMBERS (Full Time Equivalents) 8,863 7, 8 4 0 9,988 11,793 11 ,0 74

New Zealand, Australia and Pacific Islands represent short-haul operations. Asia, America and Europe represent long-haul operations.

K E Y O P E R AT I N G S TAT I S T I C S

FIVE YEAR STATISTICAL REVIEW

FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
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Effective corporate governance is at the heart of the Air New Zealand Board’s agenda, and it considers its governance practices to be

consistent with the Principles of the NZX Corporate Governance Code.

This Corporate Governance Statement was approved by the Board on 24 August 2022 and is current as at that date.

Our Governance Structure

The Board

The Board is responsible for guiding the corporate strategy and direction of Air New Zealand

and has overall responsibility for decision making.

Audit & Risk Committee

(ARC)

Advises and assists the Board in

discharging its responsibilities

with respect to financial

reporting, compliance and risk

management practices of Air

New Zealand, and oversight of

key risks including climate and

cybersecurity.

Chair: Alison Gerry

Claudia Batten

Laurissa Cooney

Jonathan Mason

Dame Therese Walsh

People Remuneration &

Diversity Committee (PRDC)

Advises and assists the Board

in discharging its responsibilities

with respect to oversight

of the People Strategy of

Air New Zealand.

Chair: Jonathan Mason

Dean Bracewell

Laurissa Cooney

Paul Goulter

Dame Therese Walsh

Health Safety & Security

Committee (HSSC)

Advises and assists the Board

in discharging its responsibilities

with respect to health, safety

and security matters arising

out of activities within and by

Air New Zealand including

oversight of health, safety and

security risks.

Chair: Dean Bracewell

Larry De Shon

Alison Gerry

Paul Goulter

Dame Therese Walsh

External Sustainability

Advisory Panel

External advisory panel

providing advice to the Board

and Management on

Sustainability matters.

Chair: Sir Jonathan Porritt

Dr Susanne Becken

Katherine Corich

Prof. Tim Jackson

Sam Mostyn AO

N a d i n e To e To e

Chief Executive Officer

Delegated responsibility for

implementing the Board’s

strategy and for managing the

operations of Air New Zealand.

External

Audit

Head of

Internal Audit

Reports

functionally

to the Audit

and Risk

Committee and

administratively

to the Chief

Financial Officer.

Chief Financial Officer

Disclosure Committee

Facilitates the provision

of timely and apppropriate

market disclosure.

General Counsel

& Company Secretary

Secretary to the Board and

accountable directly to the Board,

through the Chair, on all matters

to do with the proper functioning

of the Board.

Board / Committee meeting attendance – 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022

Board

Audit and Risk

Committee

People Remuneration

& Diversity Committee

Health, Safety and

Security CommitteeCovid-19 Committee

Attendance

1

Attendance

1

Attendance

1

Attendance

1

Attendance

1

Dame Therese Walsh17/174/45/54/48/8

Claudia Batten13/133/3

Dean Bracewell16/175/53/3

Laurissa Cooney17/174/45/5

Larry De Shon16/174/4

Alison Gerry13/133/32/34/4

Paul Goulter13/133/33/3

Jonathan Mason16/174/45/58/8

Jan Dawson4/41/12/24/4

Rob Jager3/41/1

Linda Jenkinson4/41/1

1

The attendance is the number of meetings attended / number of meetings for which the director was a member.

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Laurissa Cooney

Dean Bracewell

Paul Goulter

Jonathan Mason

Larry De Shon

Alison Gerry

Dame Therese Walsh

Claudia Batten

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Current Directors

Dame Therese Walsh

DNZM, BCA, FCA

Independent Non-Executive Director

(Appointed 1 May 2016)

Chair

Claudia Batten

LLB(Hons), BCA

Independent Non-Executive Director

(Appointed 28 October 2021)

Dean Bracewell

Independent Non-Executive Director

(Appointed 20 April 2020)

Health Safety & Security Committee Chair

Laurissa Cooney

BMS(Hons), FCA, CMInstD

Independent Non-Executive Director

(Appointed 1 October 2019)

Larry De Shon

BA Communications, BA Sociology

Independent Non-Executive Director

(Appointed 20 April 2020)

Alison Gerry

BMS(Hons), MAppFin

Independent Non-Executive Director

(Appointed 28 October 2021)

Audit and Risk Committee Chair

Paul Goulter

LLB, MA(Hons), BA

Independent Non-Executive Director

(Appointed 28 October 2021)

Jonathan Mason

MBA, MA, BA

Independent Non-Executive Director

(Appointed 1 March 2014)

People Remuneration & Diversity Committee Chair

Details of directors’ skills and experience can be found at

airnewzealand.co.nz/air-new-zealand-board

Board skills and diversity

4

TourismCustomer

Experience

4

Sustainability

3

Government

/ Stakeholder

3

International

Business

5

Digital

/ Technology

2

Engineering

/ Safety

3

5

Financial

GenderAge

40 – 49

2

60 – 69

4

Average

57

50 – 59

2

Residence

Offshore

1

Regional

3

Auckland

2

Other main centre

2

Female

4

Female

50%

Male

4

1654327

Tenure as at 30 June 2022

098

Director

Chair

Average

3.0 years

Years

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Independence

The Board has identified criteria in its Charter, against which it evaluates the independence of directors in line with the

NZX Listing Rules. These are designed to ensure directors are not unduly influenced in their decisions and activities by

any personal, family or business interests.

All directors have been determined to be Independent Directors under these criteria, and for the purposes of the NZX

Listing Rules. Directors are required to inform the Board of all relevant information which may affect their independence

such that the Board continually considers the independence of its members.

The Board Charter makes explicit that the Chair and the Chief Executive roles are separate.

Director Appointments

Jan Dawson, Rob Jager and Linda Jenkinson retired from the Board at the conclusion of the Annual Shareholders’

Meeting held on 28 October 2021. Shareholders at that meeting elected Claudia Batten, Alison Gerry and Paul Goulter to

the Board as independent, non-executive directors.

The Board’s approach to appointing directors is depicted below. The Board as a whole considers the requirement for

additional or replacement directors.

Needs AnalysisIdentificationSuitabilityAppointmentEstablishment

• Assessment of existing

and desirable skills on

the Board to fulfil its

governance role and

contribute to the long-

term strategic direction

of the Company

• Diversity considerations

• Identification of suitable

candidates.

• External consultants

may be engaged

• Ensure constitutional

requirements are met

• Ensure relevant

independence criteria

(including NZX Code) are

satisfied

• Interviewing and

reference checking

• Formal letter of

appointment outlining

key terms and conditions

of appointment

• Shareholder approval at

next Annual Shareholder

Meeting

• Induction

• Disclosure of Interests

and agree conflicts

management plans

where relevant

• Committee assignments

• Ongoing evaluation and

development

Directors are expected to acquire a shareholding in the Company equivalent to 50% of the annual base director fee

within 3 years of appointment.

Key Governance documents are available on the

Air New Zealand website. These include:

• the Company’s Code of Conduct and Ethics, stating our guiding principles of ethical and legal

conduct, applicable to everyone working at or for Air New Zealand – directors, executives, employees,

contractors and agents

• the Securities Trading Policy, identifying behaviours that are illegal, unacceptable or risky in relation

to dealings in Air New Zealand’s securities by directors, employees or their associated persons

• the Continuous Disclosure Policy, addressing compliance with continuous disclosure obligations,

and the timely treatment of Material Information.

• Charters for the Board and each of its Committees, detailing authorities, responsibilities, membership

and operation

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Air New Zealand’s key Governance documents can be found at

airnewzealand.co.nz/corporate-governance

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Diversity and Inclusion

The Company’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Policy recognises the value of a

diverse workforce, proudly representative of Aotearoa, and aims to create an

inclusive environment where Air New Zealanders can be themselves and thrive.

Diversity is considered across a number of measures, including gender, ethnicity,

disability, age, and sexual identity. There is a focus on recruitment practices

that promote the retention and attraction of diverse talent, and a broad range of

employee initiatives to reflect, support and develop the diversity we have in the

airline. We continue to focus on improving inclusion and accessibility for people

with disabilities and creating more opportunities for youth. Air New Zealand’s 10

Employee Networks all play a key role in supporting and advocating for employees

and ensuring the success of the airline’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategy.

With an ongoing challenging environment, Air New Zealand’s performance has

remained consistent in respect of the Policy. With a target of 50% women in the

Airline Leadership Team (which includes the Executive Team), the Company

achieved 45.5% as at 30 June 2022. This target will be maintained and there

will be a continued focus on building a pipeline of women leaders at all levels of

leadership to help us achieve this.

2014201920182017201620152022

Female

employees

201320212020

60.0%

50.0%

40.0%

30.0%

20.0%

10.0%

0

All employees

ALT / Exec

Air New Zealand also has a target of 20% of the Company’s people leadership roles being held by Māori and Pasifika

employees by 2025; as at 30 June 2022 the result was 15%. The target will be maintained for the following financial year,

and the Mangōpare leadership development programme continues to support growth in our Māori and Pasifika aspiring

leaders, with two cohorts totalling 36 people having completed the programme during the 2022 financial year.

*AS AT 30 JUNE20212022

Directors (female:male:gender diverse)4:4:04:4:0

Executive team (female:male:gender diverse)*3:4:03:6:0

* The Executive Team comprises the Chief Executive Officer and direct reports to the Chief Executive Officer,

and corresponds to “Officers” as defined in the Listing Rules. The Company has announced the appointment of

a Chief Sustainability Officer to commence in December 2022 who is not included in the figures above.

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2014201920182017201620152022201320212020

Gender balance

– Board

100.0%

90.0%

80.0%

70.0%

60.0%

50.0%

40.0%

30.0%

20.0%

10.0%

0

3 year average

Male

Female

2014201920182017201620152022201320212020

Gender balance

– Executive

100.0%

90.0%

80.0%

70.0%

60.0%

50.0%

40.0%

30.0%

20.0%

10.0%

0

3 year average

Male

Female

Shareholder Engagement

Air New Zealand utilises a number of channels to communicate with its shareholders. The investor centre on the

Air New Zealand website is the focal point for many of these, and shareholders are encouraged to utilise this site,

which contains current and historical financial information, shareholder meeting materials, and links to other

information of relevance to investors. The Investor Relations e-mail can also be used by shareholders to efficiently

address enquiries regarding their investment.

Air New Zealand

Investor Relations

Regular

Disclosures

on Company

Performance

Investor Centre

Website

Electronic

Communications

Webcast

Interim and

Annual Results

Presentations

Investor Day

Briefings

Hybrid Annual

Shareholder

Meetings

Disclosure of material information is first made through announcements to NZX and ASX. In accordance with the

Companies Act, Constitution and Listing Rules, Air New Zealand refers any significant matters to shareholders for

approval at a shareholder meeting.

Air New Zealand posts any Notices of Shareholder Meetings on its website as soon as these are available. The general

practice is to make these available not less than four weeks prior to the shareholder meeting. The hybrid form of

shareholder meeting (attendance either physically or digitally) enables wide participation by shareholders.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT (CONTINUED)

Air New Zealand’s Investor Centre can be found at

airnewzealand.co.nz/investor-centre

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Differences in Practice to NZX Code

The Board has not established protocols setting out procedures to be followed in the event of a takeover offer.

This is because the Board considers receipt of a takeover offer to be an extremely unlikely event in light of the Crown’s

majority shareholding in the Company and the other shareholding restrictions that apply to Air New Zealand. In addition,

Air New Zealand would have adequate time to implement such protocols and procedures, and communicate those to

shareholders, should circumstances change. Accordingly, and having regard to the supporting commentary in the NZX

Corporate Governance Code, the Board considers that it is reasonable and appropriate for Air New Zealand not to follow

Recommendation 3.6 of the Code at this time. Notwithstanding this, the Board agrees with the principles behind this

recommendation, being good communication with shareholders and independent directors leading matters that

require appropriate independence.

Board Activities

The ongoing effects of the Covid-19 pandemic impacted on the Board activities and decisions during the year, with a

high workload and time commitment being required. However, the Board ensured it retained a strategic perspective and

that the Company is positioning itself for the future. The Board operates a regular schedule of formal Board meetings,

most of which utilised on-line meeting tools due to lockdowns, and where necessary the use of written resolutions.

This activity is supplemented by a programme of Strategy sessions enabling deep dives into topical matters.

During the year Directors attended 17 Board meetings and 7 Strategy sessions. There were also 21 Committee meetings

(4 ARC, 4 HSSC, 5 PRDC and 8 Covid-19).

Key areas addressed during the year include:

Kia Mau

Guiding the Company’s strategy, ensuring it remains appropriate in a dynamic operating context, and monitoring

progress towards achievement, is central to the Board’s activities. The Kia Mau strategy has been refined during the year

in light of internal and external factors including global concerns over carbon emissions, the pathways to recovery from

the Covid-19 pandemic, changing competitive threats, technological developments including artificial intelligence, and

changing stakeholder expectations.

At heart, the Kia Mau strategy remains robust, focussed on the opportunities to Grow Domestic, Optimise International,

and Lift Loyalty. The business drivers – Brilliant Basics, Serious about Sustainability, Digital Dexterity, and Prioritising

People & Safety – remain key to the airline best serving its customers, shareholders, and wider society.

Funding

A key focus area of the Board was the preparation for and execution of a capital raise to provide adequate funding

for the future success of the airline. Directors were particularly conscious of their legal duties to the company and its

shareholders, employees, customers and creditors, and gave careful consideration to advice prior to resolving to make

a rights issue, and in the successful completion of this exercise and the subsequent debt raising.

The Renounceable Rights Offer raised $1.2 billion, and the Company subsequently raised a further AUD550 million

(~NZD608 million) in an Australian Medium Term Note (AMTN) debt issuance. With a further $400 million standby

facility available from the Crown, the airline is financially well positioned to thrive.

Prior to the capital raise the Board also issued $600 million in Redeemable Shares to the Crown, and has since

redeemed and cancelled $400 million of these.

Climate Change

Climate change presents a significant challenge to the airline, and the Board has considered the key risks and

management’s pathway towards a net zero carbon goal. The Board has had visibility of the development of a science

based target (which has subsequently been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative) and the ongoing process

of developing meaningful climate-based reporting including the initial iteration of scenario modelling. New technology

will be crucial to achieving the desired outcomes, and the Board continues to monitor and promote initiatives in this

space, including Sustainable Aviation Fuel and zero emission aircraft technologies. The Audit and Risk Committee has

specific responsibility to oversee this area, and the forthcoming appointment of a Chief Sustainability Officer has been

a welcome recognition of the importance of this activity.

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Airline Restart

The Board’s clear focus as the airline restarted passenger operations was safety: of passengers, pilots and crew,

ground staff, aircraft, and operations. The lead time necessary to prepare for a safe restart required careful

assessment, and the airline had to work through timing uncertainties around easing of domestic and international

travel constraints. As routes have reopened, the Board has engaged with management on the ongoing resourcing

challenges in the airline, to minimise impacts on customers and maintain the level of manaaki we pride ourselves on.

Almost 1,500 staff were recruited or returned to the airline during the year, and recruitment has continued at pace

into the new financial year. Similar resource challenges are faced by many of the airline’s suppliers and partners, and

the Board has supported flexibility in management’s responses to customer disruption, and focussed investment in

systems and people to help address these.

Full Potential

The Board has engaged closely with management as the airline has explored and moved towards an Agile operating

model. Directors have brought their experience with both the model and the transition process to assist and challenge

management, and the Board is also addressing how its own operations can best adapt and support an Agile approach.

Te Ao Māori

Celebrating our indigenous culture is important to our business, and the Board encourages this dimension to be part of

the way we work. This year the Board has actively brought this into the Boardroom, with directors participating in and

endorsing the creation of a Te Ao Māori strategy for the business. This has given the Board a renewed appreciation of the

taonga we are privileged to share. Our Tiaki Promise, which formed the backbone of the latest Safety video, is another

way the Company links its desire to care for our environment and our pride in our Māori culture and heritage.

Safety

Primarily through the Board’s Health Safety and Security Committee, the safety of our customers, employees and

aircraft has been a consistent theme. All Directors take the opportunity when visiting airports and offices to participate

in Safety Walk Arounds, and these are shared with the Board and management to identify areas where improvements

can be made, or to recognise the good work being done by our employees.

The Board was particularly pleased to note the success of both the company and individual managers in the NZ

Workplace Health & Safety Awards, recognising industry leadership in health and safety, and the HeadFit Awards

recognising innovation and technology excellence in respect of mental health.

Remuneration

Ensuring our employees are rewarded for their contribution, and motivated toward achievement of the company’s

objectives, has been the focus of the Board’s oversight of remuneration. Through the People, Remuneration and

Diversity Committee, the Board has supported a focus on ensuring our lower paid employees are fairly remunerated,

and is also paying close attention to the structure of incentive plans.

Board Assessment

The Board engaged Propero to review its performance, and this exercise was completed in August 2022. The Board is

developing action plans to address key findings.

Employee Surveys and Culture

Regular employee surveys are taken, and the Board monitors the results. In addition to the overall engagement scores,

particular attention is paid to staff comments, and any trends that these highlight. Staff have remained very engaged

despite the challenges of the past two years, and the Board is keen to build on the sense of purpose that is evident

amongst our whanau, and encouraged by the high levels of commitment to safety.

The Company’s values underpin the cultural behaviours required to make the Full Potential transformation a success,

and the project to relocate the Head Office to the Auckland Airport base should better align the culture and ensure

strong connections between operational and administrative activities.

Each Board meeting includes an opportunity for the Directors to get to know one of our leaders, both as a senior

manager and as an individual. The commitment of these leaders to making our airline the best flying experience on

Earth is evident, and helps explain the manaaki expressed throughout the airline.

Fleet Plan

The Board has engaged with management, especially through the preparation for the capital raise, on the appropriate

composition of the wide body fleet to meet projected demand and align to the Kia Mau strategy. In addition to the aircraft

mix, the interior layout options have been considered by the Board, including a refresh of the Business Premier offering,

and determining the optimal mix of seat offerings for different destinations.

The Board is also being kept abreast of developing technologies to support the sustainability objectives, particularly

zero emissions aircraft.

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Customer Initiatives

The Board has been kept up to date by management on a number of customer initiatives, from in-flight food offerings

to innovative aircraft layouts including the Skynests to be offered on the Boeing 787 fleet. Customer satisfaction is

constantly measured, and remained strong despite the challenges presented, especially by Covid-19, on staff and

schedules, and the impacts on the call centre.

The care our people demonstrate to our customers has been a major factor in the Company’s success in external

awards and industry recognition.

• AirlineRatings.com: Best Long-Haul Airline Pacific, Best Premium Economy,

and Best Economy and 2nd in the Top Twenty Airlines for 2022

• First – Kantar Corporate Reputation

• Judges award – 2021 Deloitte Top 200 Awards

• Best Air Cargo Carrier – Oceania at the 2021 Asian Freight and Supply Chain (AFLAS) Awards

Risk Management/Strategic Risks

In a complex operating environment, risk is a fact of life, and it is important to the Board that material risks are identified

and appropriately managed. In some cases, there is also a legal or regulatory overlay to be addressed.

The Board

The Board is responsible for guiding the corporate strategy and direction of Air New Zealand

and has overall responsibility for decision making.

Other management committees & functions

Audit and Risk Committee

Oversees risk processes

and internal and external

audit functions.

Oversight of key risks, including

climate and cybersecurity risks.

Enterprise Risk

Consolidates Risk Register

content and prepares Group

Risk Profile.

Supports implementation of

Enterprise Risk Management

Framework.

Digital Integrity

Ensures that architecture, data,

cybersecurity and engineering

best practices are integrated

across the airline, including

monitoring and treating digital

enterprise risks.

Sustainability

Identification and management

of climate-related risks and

opportunities, and climate-related

disclosures.

Group Safety Review

Board (GSRB)

Monitors effectiveness of

Safety Management Systems,

including people safety and air

worthiness risks, and associated

regulatory compliance.

Internal Audit

Provides assurance through independent challenge, verification and review of risk management and identifies opportunities for improvement.

Health Safety

& Security Committee

Oversees health, safety

and security risks, and the

operation of Safety Management

Systems and the Group Safety

Review Board.

Note: Only principal management relationships are depicted.



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Risks are identified through both top-down and bottom-up processes, and follow a regular cadence of reporting

to relevant management, Board Committees or the Board.

Each of the Strategic Risks is confirmed by the Audit and Risk Committee, and prioritised based on an

assessment of the level of risk, itself a function of the likelihood and the impact of an event. All risks are also

assigned a responsible manager, who ensures appropriate management of the risk. Given their significance,

Principal Risks are assigned to members of the Executive Team.

A broad review of the risk management framework is underway to ensure it continues to operate effectively

under the Full Potential model. As well as considering how the process will perform under the new model,

recognising changes to the organisational structure and functional interactions, the exercise is addressing the

cadence of risk review and reporting, and where capability can be improved. The Audit and Risk Committee is

closely involved in this review.

The Company’s key Strategic Risks include the risks tabulated below. The identification of Strategic Risks guides

both the Board and its Committees as they address risk priorities and this year there have been deep dives on a

number of these including Sustainability, Cybersecurity and Loyalty.

Particular attention has been paid to climate risks and cybersecurity, both areas where the Board has

continued to up-skill and also draws on a range of internal and external advice. Risks associated with the recent

deterioration in the economic sector, the knock-on effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the transition to the

Full Potential operating framework are also being closely monitored.

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Strategic

Risk Area

DescriptionMitigation

Climate Change:

Transitional Risks

Increasing carbon regulation globally,

changing customer sentiment and

constraints in relation to decarbonisation

may adversely impact travel demand, cost

of operations, investor expectations and

Air New Zealand’s social licence.

Initiatives into and promotion of sustainable

fuels and zero emission aircraft, and

mitigation of carbon cost. Active

engagement with stakeholders, including

customer-facing initiatives and climate-

related financial disclosures.

Macroeconomic

uncertainty


Heightened economic, geopolitical and

market uncertainties could affect the ability

to anticipate and plan for the recovery

in travel demand (and the shape of this

recovery) accurately, adversely impacting

supply side planning, revenue optimisation

and growth expectations.

Regular market monitoring through a

range of economic and market indicators

to facilitate forecasting of and planning for

underlying demand, revenue and capacity.

Cybersecurity

A cyber-attack could lead to a significant

data privacy breach, loss of integrity/

availability of information or of a control

system and widespread business disruption

resulting in financial loss, reputational

damage and regulatory fines or sanctions.

Cybersecurity programme delivered

by a dedicated Cybersecurity function,

complemented by appropriate

cybersecurity measures and insurance.

Technology debt

An aging, disparate legacy IT asset base

may lead to digital disruption, impede

transformation and innovation, and

introduce cyber vulnerabilities and business

continuity impacts.

Technology Roadmap, System Lifecycle

Management and program to reduce

technology debt, supported by threat and

vulnerability management systems.

Breakdown in

Industrial Relations

Inability to reset legacy employment

agreements, pressure on pay rates and

introduction of mandatory vaccines could

lead to a deterioration in union relationships,

a heightened risk of industrial unrest and

the potential for significant operational

disruption as flight demand returns in the

recovery phase.

Dedicated HR team with effective

union relationship management, supported

by communication and issue resolution

processes.

Talent risk – Retention

and attraction

An intensified war for talent, industry

disruption and inability to attract talent may

lead to a loss of specialist critical skills, loss

of institutional knowledge and capability

gaps constraining the ability to move toward

Full Potential transformation.

Talent Strategy review and alignment for

identification of critical roles and skills,

supplemented with succession planning

and career development for critical roles

and key talent.

Grow Domestic

Optimise

International

Lift Loyalty

Brilliant Basics

Serious about

Sustainability

Digital Dexterity

Prioritising

People & Safety

Kia Mau strategies

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Strategic

Risk Area

DescriptionMitigation

People Health, Safety

and Wellbeing

Continued operational uncertainty,

complexity and change in the operating

environment could lead to employee

fatigue, burnout, mental ill health and overall

heightened wellbeing concerns.

Health, safety and wellbeing management

framework and Group critical risk protocols

for active monitoring and management of

risks and incidents.

Competition –

Traditional and

Disruptive


A significant increase in disruptive

competition from emerging technologies,

traditional competition or airline/industry

consolidation during and post Covid-19 may

lead to disintermediation of customers and

marginalisation of Air New Zealand.

Investment in technology through

innovation partnerships and research and

development, and active management of

alliances relationships and partners around

response to emerging trends identified.

Another Pandemic or

significant unforeseen

macro event

The onset of an unforeseen significant

macro event such as a pandemic, ongoing

pandemic disruptions or other Acts of

God could create uncertainty around

demand/destinations for travel (domestic

& international), adversely affecting

operations, financial performance and the

ability to deliver strategy.

Activation of Group Emergency

Management Team for management of

Emergency response and ongoing Business

Continuity Management.

Changing customer

expectations


A lack of responsiveness to changing

customer expectations, adverse publicity

or media perception could erode brand

strength and reputation leading to loss of

competitiveness and constrained growth.

Ongoing monitoring of customer

satisfaction, and identification of and

investment in valued customer product

offerings. Responsive customer policies

and reputation management.

Infrastructure

Constraints

Insufficient investment in New Zealand

airport infrastructure (including but not

limited to air traffic control, security,

lounge facilities or renewable energy

generation) could constrain the future

growth of the airline.

Engagement with government and airports

to influence and align infrastructure

planning and promote sustainable initiatives

including provision for decarbonisation and

new aircraft technologies.

Climate Change:

Physical Risks

Climate change and the increasing

frequency and severity of weather events

may lead to chronic physical damage,

sustained operational disruption and

network growth limitations, which in turn

could impact on the cost of operations

and the customer experience.

Investment in new flight planning and

weather tools, and continuous review of

operational procedures. Promotion of

sustainable aviation fuel solutions and

climate-related disclosures. Ongoing

engagement with key partners.

A third line of defence, behind the business’s identification and management of risks, and the operation of the risk management

framework and engagement of the Board and Board Committees, is the internal audit function. This group acts for the Audit and Risk

Committee (and through them, the Board) to independently and objectively assess, assure and enhance the business’s management of

risk. Outputs from this activity can include specific action plans whose achievement is monitored by the Audit and Risk Committee.

Grow Domestic

Optimise

International

Lift Loyalty

Brilliant Basics

Serious about

Sustainability

Digital Dexterity

Prioritising

People & Safety

Kia Mau strategies

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External Audit

As a Public Entity, Air New Zealand is subject to the Public Audit Act 2001. The Auditor-General is the auditor, but may

appoint an independent auditor to conduct the audit process. Melissa Collier of Deloitte has been appointed in this

respect, from the 2022 financial year.

The Audit and Risk Committee liaises with the Auditor-General on the appointment and re-appointment of the

external auditors, to ensure the independence of the external auditor is maintained, and to approve the performance

of any non-audit services in accordance with the Audit Independence Policy.

Air New Zealand requires the external auditor to rotate its lead audit partner at least every five years, with suitable

succession planning to ensure consistency.

On a regular basis the Audit and Risk Committee meets with the external auditor to discuss any matters that either

party believes should be discussed confidentially. The Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee will call a meeting of

that Committee if so requested by the external auditor.

The appointed external auditor has historically attended the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting, and is available to answer

relevant questions from shareholders at that meeting.

Remuneration

Director Remuneration

In accordance with the Constitution, shareholder approval is sought for any increase in the pool available to pay

directors’ fees. Approval was last sought in 2015, when the pool limit was set at $1,100,000 per annum. This approval was

based on 7 directors; with a Board comprising 8 directors the pool limit is $1,232,333 per annum consistent with NZX

Listing Rule 2.11.3.

Where the pool permits, the Board may amend the actual fees paid to reflect market conditions or other relevant factors.

The Board has determined the following allocation of the pool.

PositionFees (Per Annum)

Board of DirectorsChair

1

$270,000

Deputy Chair$114,000

Member$100,000

Audit and Risk CommitteeChair$40,000

Member$20,000

Health, Safety and Security CommitteeChair$40,000

Member$20,000

People Remuneration and Diversity CommitteeChair$20,000

Member$10,000

1. The Chair receives no additional committee fees.

Air New Zealand’s Independent Non-Executive Directors do not participate in any executive remuneration scheme

or employee share schemes, nor do they receive options, bonus payments or any incentive-based remuneration.

Directors are entitled to be reimbursed by Air New Zealand for reasonable travelling, accommodation and other

expenses they may incur whilst travelling to and from meetings of the directors or committees. Directors have an

entitlement to a limited number of free of charge flights for each year served as a director as set out in a director

travel policy.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT (CONTINUED)

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Remuneration and benefits of directors and former directors in the reporting period are tabulated below.

Board

Fees

ARCHSSCPRDCTo t a l

Fees

Value

o f Tr a v e l

Entitlement

Utlised

1, 8

Dame Therese Walsh (Chair)$270,000---$270,000$14,008

Claudia Batten

2

$ 6 7,4 3 6$13,487--$80,923$1,820

Dean Bracewell

3

$100,000-$26,667

(Chair

3

)

$10,000$136,667$19,383

Laurissa Cooney

4

$100,000$20,000-$ 7, 5 0 0$ 12 7, 5 0 0$ 32,198

Larry De Shon$100,000-$20,000-$120,000-

Alison Gerry

5

$ 6 7,4 3 6$26,975

(Chair

5

)

$13,487-$ 10 7, 8 9 8$11,208

Paul Goulter

6

$66,667-$13,333$6,667$86,667-

Jonathan Mason$100,000$20,000-$20,000

(Chair)

$140,000$43,577

Jan Dawson (Deputy Chair)

7

$38,000$13,333

(Chair)

-$3,333$54,666-

Rob Jager

7

$33,333-$13,333

(Chair)

-$46,666-

Linda Jenkinson

7

$33,333-$6,667-$40,000$43,096

Total$976,205$93,795$93,487$ 47, 500$1,210,987$165,290

Amounts stated as FBT and GST exclusive where applicable.

1. Includes value of travel benefits for related parties and benefits accrued in prior years utilised in current year.

2. Claudia Batten was elected to the Board on 28 October 2021 and was appointed to the ARC from that date.

3. Dean Bracewell was appointed as Chair of the HSSC from 28 October 2021.

4. Laurissa Cooney was appointed to the PRDC from 28 October 2021.

5. Alison Gerry was elected to the Board on 28 October 2021 and was appointed as the Chair of the ARC and a member

of the HSSC from that date.

6. Paul Goulter was elected to the Board on 28 October 2021 and was appointed to the HSSC and the PRDC from that date.

7. Jan Dawson, Rob Jager and Linda Jenkinson retired from the Board on 28 October 2021.

8. The value of the travel entitlements utilised by former directors during the 2022 financial year were as follows:

Tony Carter ($9,392), Paul Bingham ($55,748), Roger France ($6,486), Jim Fox ($9,033), John Palmer ($4,232),

Warren Larsen ($730), Jane Freeman ($33,192). Additional travel entitlements for Jan Dawson, Rob Jager

and Linda Jenkinson $4,800, $20,875 and $68,530 respectively were utilised post their retirement on 28 October

2021 in accordance with the travel policy.

The Board disestablished the Funding Committee in February 2022. The Board also operated a special purpose

committee comprising Jan Dawson (to 28 October 2021), Alison Gerry (from 28 October 2021), Jonathan Mason and

Dame Therese Walsh, to assist in management of Covid-19 issues. No additional fees were payable to directors who were

members of either the Funding Committee or the Covid-19 Committee.

In addition to the director remuneration provisions above, Air New Zealand’s employee remuneration policy and the

remuneration of the Chief Executive Officer is discussed in the remuneration report.

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EMPLOYEE REMUNERATION

Remuneration paid in FY22 including base for FY22, incentive payments

and performance rights issued under the LTI scheme

New Zealand ManagementAircrew, Engineering, Overseas and Other

100,000 - 110,000177254

110,000 - 120,000155227

120,000 - 130,000117233

130,000 - 140,00099198

140,000 - 150,00080181

150,000 - 160,00072112

160,000 - 170,00047138

170,000 - 180,00036136

180,000 - 190,00031148

190,000 - 200,00020102

200,000 - 210,0001768

210,000 - 220,0001256

220,000 - 230,0001042

230,000 - 240,000761

240,000 - 250,000643

250,000 - 260,000925

260,000 - 270,000419

270,000 - 280,000234

280,000 - 290,000176

290,000 - 300,000119

300,000 - 310,000118

310,000 - 320,000110

320,000 - 330,000-2

330,000 - 340,000117

340,000 - 350,00029

350,000 - 360,000331

360,000 - 370,000-20

370,000 - 380,000211

380,000 - 390,000412

390,000 - 400,00053

400,000 - 410,00028

410,000 - 420,000-5

420,000 - 430,00012

430,000 - 440,000-5

440,000 - 450,00024

450,000 - 460,00013

460,000 - 470,000-2

470,000 - 480,000-4

480,000 - 490,00013

500,000 - 510,000-1

520,000 - 530,0001-

530,000 - 540,000-1

550,000 - 560,00031

560,000 - 570,0001-

570,000 - 580,00011

580,000 - 590,0001-

630,000 - 640,0001-

650,000 - 660,0002-

680,000 - 690,0001-

700,000 - 710,0001-

710,000 - 720,0001-

740,000 - 750,0001-

850,000 - 860,0002-

960,000 - 970,0001-

1,020,000 - 1,030,0001-

1,030,000 - 1,040,0001-

2,640,000 - 2,650,0001-

Grand Total949 2,345

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REMUNERATION REPORT

Remuneration Philosophy

Air New Zealand’s remuneration philosophy is aligned with its recruitment and leadership development philosophies and performance

management approaches to ensure the attraction, development, and retention of talented individuals.

Air New Zealand’s remuneration strategy is underpinned by a pay for performance philosophy and uses annual performance incentives

to create opportunities to achieve market competitive remuneration levels and in the case of superior performance, total remuneration in

excess of market.

Executive remuneration

The CEO and Executive remuneration packages are made up of three components:

• Fixed remuneration;

• Short-term performance incentives; and

• Long-term performance incentives

Air New Zealand’s People, Remuneration and Diversity Committee is kept appraised of relevant market information and best practice,

obtaining advice from external advisors when necessary. Remuneration levels are reviewed annually for market competitiveness and

alignment with strategic priorities and performance outcomes.

Fixed remuneration

Air New Zealand’s philosophy is to set fixed remuneration at the market median for Executives who are fully competent in their role.

For the 2022 financial year the Air New Zealand’s Chief Executive Officer fixed remuneration reverted to his contractual amount following

an agreed reduction by the Chief Executive Officer and other Executives of 15% in the 2021 financial year due to the impact of Covid-19.

Short-term performance incentives

The annual performance incentive component is delivered through Air New Zealand Short-Term Incentive Scheme (STI). For the CEO,

the STI is set at 55% of annual fixed salary at target performance.

For the 2022 financial year short-term incentive scheme, the structure of the scheme was changed from prior years by:

• Changing the targets and weightings. Previously the scheme was based on individual performance and company profitability targets.

The 2022 financial year targets were based on a broader range of business measures to promote collaboration through shared

objectives and support the business recovery. 50% of the incentive is based on Group financial results, and 50% is based on Group

customer, operational and safety measures.

• The maximum payment is capped at 175% of target if all performance measures are exceeded (vs. 200% for prior years).

Long-term performance incentives

Air New Zealand’s long-term incentive plan arrangements are designed to align the interests of the CEO and Executives with those of

our shareholders and to incentivise participants in the plan to enhance long-term shareholder value. In the 2022 financial year the plan

available to Executives was the Air New Zealand Long-Term Incentive Performance Rights Plan (LTIP). Participation in any year is by

annual invitation at the discretion of the Board.

Long-Term Incentive Performance Rights Plan (LTIP)

Performance Rights

LTIP participants are eligible to receive a grant of performance rights. Any grant of performance rights is at the discretion of the

People Remuneration and Diversity Committee of the Board of Directors but, in the normal course of events, is expected to equate

to a value of 55% of fixed remuneration for the CEO, and between 20% and 40% of fixed remuneration for Executives. The number of

performance rights to be allocated will be determined by an independent valuation of the performance rights carried out each year at

the time of issue.

Three years after the date of issue of any performance rights, if the Air New Zealand share price has outperformed the performance

hurdle, a proportion of the performance rights will convert to shares. The performance hurdle comprises of an index made up of the

NZSX All Gross Index and the Bloomberg World Airline Total Return Index in equal proportions.

The proportion of performance rights that convert to shares will depend on the extent to which the Air New Zealand share price has

outperformed the index. In particular:

Performance against indexPercent of Rights Vesting

<100%Nil

100%50%

101% - 119%Additional 2.5% vesting per 1% increment

120%100% (maximum)

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If vesting is not achieved on the third anniversary of the issue date, 50% of the performance rights will lapse. For the remaining 50% there

will be a further 6 month opportunity for the performance rights to vest. If performance rights do not vest at that time, they also lapse.

Unless Air New Zealand’s share price outperforms the index as outlined above, no value will accrue to the participating Executive.

Mandatory Shareholding

Participants are required to commit to investing a specified amount to purchase shares in the Company. The amount is set at a value of

55% of the fixed remuneration for the CEO, and between 20% and 40% of fixed remuneration for Executives.

Until participants have attained this target, any shares issued to them from vested performance rights must be retained as part of the

mandatory shareholding. This holding must be maintained while continuing to participate in the LTIP. Executives are not required to

purchase shares outside of the LTIP to satisfy this mandatory shareholding requirement.

Chief Executive Officer Remuneration

CEO Target Remuneration

Based on remuneration components outlined earlier, CEO target remuneration is as follows:

Financial Year CEOSalary

1


$

Benefits

2

$

STI

3

$

LT I P

4

$

Summary

$

2022Greg Foran1,664,479113,643915,464915,4643,609,050

2021Greg Foran1,650,000111,652907,500907,5003,576,652

2020Greg Foran1,650,000102,300907,500907,5003,567,300

1. These are full year salary equivalents. As part of the response to Covid-19, Greg Foran’s annual contracted salary decreased from

$1,650,000 to $1,400,000 for the 2021 financial year.

2. Benefits include superannuation and travel taken in the relevant financial year. As a member of the scheme the CEO is eligible to

contribute and receive matching Company contribution up to 4% of gross taxable earnings (including STI). The CEO and eligible

beneficiaries are entitled to a number of trips for personal purposes at no cost to the individual. The dollar value represents the actual

benefit received in each financial year, as no target is available for benefits. For Greg Foran’s benefit calculation, 4% KiwiSaver on

his target STI has been included as no actual STI was available. This is an estimated figure which will be confirmed at the end of the

financial year.

3. STI target entitlement is 55% of salary.

4. The Long-Term Incentive Plan remains at risk. Each year Performance Rights are awarded with a term of three years. At the end of

three years after the date of issue of any Performance Rights, if the Air New Zealand share price has outperformed the performance

hurdle, a proportion of the Performance Rights will convert to shares. The performance hurdle comprises an index made up of the

NZSX All Gross Index and the Bloomberg World Airline Total Return Index in equal proportions. Should Air New Zealand’s share price

not perform better than a comparison index the granted Performance Rights will lapse.

CEO Remuneration Structure

The CEO remuneration structure is consistent with the executive management remuneration structure described previously. The CEO

remuneration target and maximum total remuneration mix for the 2022 financial year is set out below.

5

000’s

LT I P

STI

Fixed

4,500

4,000

3,500

3,000

2,500

2,000

1,500

1,000

500

0

FixedOn PlanMaximum

CEO

Remuneration

48%

26%

26%

40%

38%

22%

100%

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CEO Realised Remuneration

Financial Year CEOSalary

1


$

Benefits

2

$

STI

3

$

LT I P

4

$

CRSRP

5

$

202201/07/21 – 30/06/22Greg Foran1 ,6 5 7,16 976,73 3613,361--

202101/07/20 – 30/06/21Greg Foran1,400,00065,352---

Comments to the table:

1. Salary includes cash paid to, or received by, the CEO in respect of the financial period. As part of the response to Covid-19, Greg Foran

agreed to reduce his annual contracted salary from $1,650,000 to $1,400,000 for the 2021 financial year.

2. Benefits include superannuation and travel. As a member of the Air New Zealand’s group superannuation scheme, the CEO is eligible

to contribute and receive a matching Company contribution up to 4% of gross taxable earnings (including STI). The CEO and eligible

beneficiaries are entitled to a number of trips for personal purposes at no cost to the individual.

3. STI in the reporting period reflects the cash value of amounts received where entitlement is determined by the achievement of

performance measures that relate to the current period and is not the result of an award made in a previous period.

4. LTIP includes the number of shares issued to the CEO on conversion of the Performance Rights, where the Air New Zealand share

price has outperformed the performance hurdle. The performance hurdle comprises of an index made up of the NZSX All Gross Index

and the Bloomberg World Airline Total Return Index in equal proportions. No rights converted to shares in the 2022 financial year.

CEO Share Rights Granted 2022 Financial Year

CEOLT I P

1

#

Greg Foran953,256

Comments to the table:

1. LTIP includes the number of Performance Rights granted in September 2021 (2022 financial year). The Long-Term Incentive Plan

remains at risk. Three years after the date of issue of any Performance Rights, if the Air New Zealand share price has outperformed

the performance hurdle, a proportion of the Performance Rights will convert to shares. The performance hurdle comprises of an

index made up of the NZSX All Gross Index and the Bloomberg World Airline Total Return Index in equal proportions. Should Air New

Zealand’s share price not perform better than a comparison index the granted Performance Rights will lapse.

CEO Pay for Performance Calculation

SchemeDescriptionPerformance MeasuresPercentage/Rating

Achieved

STISTI is set at 55% of fixed

remuneration and is

based on Company

performance measures.

100% based on Air New Zealand business measures

50% on Group financial measures

50% on Group customer, operational and safety measures.

14% achieved on

financial measures

53% on non-financial

measures

67% overall outcome

LT I PAward of share rights under

the Long-Term Incentive

Performance Rights Plan

is set at 55% of fixed

remuneration.

Performance rights vest based on an index made of the NZSX

All Gross Index and the Bloomberg World Airline Total Return

Index in equal proportions.

100%

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Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)

The airline committed to supporting the TCFD in 2019. The following disclosures summarise

how the airline aligns with the TCFD recommendations.


Governance of Climate-related Risks and Opportunities

TCFD Recommendation:

Board’s oversight of climate-related risks and opportunities

The Board considers and provides direction on the airline’s strategic consideration of the impacts of climate change.

The Board is ultimately responsible for the airline’s response to the risks and opportunities presented by climate-

related issues. Board oversight is through its Audit and Risk Committee, which oversees key strategic risks including

climate change.

This Committee meets quarterly and, amongst other things, considers updates on management of strategic risks

biannually. The Board is updated following each Committee meeting. Matters meriting Board-level consideration are

highlighted or dealt with as standalone Board agenda items.

Strategic climate-related risks are also considered by the Board as part of the airline’s Group Risk Profile which is an

output of the airline’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF).

The airline’s external Sustainability Advisory Panel, consisting of subject matter experts, provides independent advice

to the Board (and Management) on all aspects of the airline’s sustainability strategy. This assists the airline to improve

and develop its strategic response to the impacts of climate change.

TCFD Recommendation:

Management’s role in assessing and managing climate-related risks and opportunities

Management has day-to-day responsibility for identifying and managing climate-related risks and opportunities.

Climate-related workstreams are the responsibility of the full Leadership Squad, operational management, and the

Sustainability Centre of Excellence. Management focus is given to risk identification and ensuring that climate-related

activities are adequately resourced (for example, programmes of work relating to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF),

zero emissions aircraft technologies (ZEAT), carbon offsetting, and regulatory compliance). Key issues are reported

up to the Audit and Risk Committee as appropriate.

Sustainability is affirmed as a group policy and is reflected in the airline’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and its Supplier

Code of Conduct, which set expectations of employees and of those the airline does business with.

Strateg y

TCFD Recommendation:

1. Climate-related risks and opportunities identifi ed over the short, medium, and long-term

2. Actual and potential impacts of climate-related risks and opportunities on the Company’s strateg y and

fi nancial planning

3. Resilience of the organisation’s strategy, taking into consideration diff erent climate-related scenarios,

including a 2°C or lower scenario

In 2020 the airline set a goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and developed an updated

decarbonisation strategy to meet this. The strategy includes investment in and advocacy to support the

availability and commercial viability of SAF, investment in resource and capability to bring ZEAT to market,

and ongoing engagement with stakeholders to achieve carbon emissions reductions across the network. The

strategy was informed by the risks and opportunities which have been identified by the airline as part of its TCFD

disclosure workstream.

In 2022, the airline launched Flight NZ0, its public campaign promoting its commitment to decarbonisation.

Flight NZ0 is about acknowledging the impact of aviation on the climate and taking genuine action to decarbonise

the operation. It is designed to provide transparency for customers as to the airline’s decarbonisation goals and the

concrete steps it is taking to meet these.

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Strateg y (continued)

Transition Risks and Opportunities

Transition risks and opportunities are those related to the transition to a lower carbon economy. These include

the impact of policy, legal, technological, reputational or market measures associated with climate change

and decarbonisation.

In 2022, the airline engaged third-party experts Ernst and Young (EY) to consider for the first time the

transition risks and opportunities and the impact of these to the airline across three climate-related scenarios.

The risks and opportunities were analysed over three different time horizons: short-term (2019-2030);

medium-term (2031-2040); and long-term (2041-2050).

The three climate change scenarios, each representing different climate warming and transition trajectories,

are outlined in Figure 1 over page. These three trajectories were chosen to align with the TCFD

recommendation to use a 2 ̊C or lower scenario in addition to two or three other scenarios most relevant to

the business’s circumstances.

The three scenarios were developed using a combination of inputs from four leading scenario providers: the

Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS), the International Energy Agency (IEA), the Air Transport

Action Group (ATAG) Waypoint 2050 Report, and the New Zealand Climate Change Commission’s (NZCCC’s)

Energy and Emissions modelling.

These four scenario providers were selected to achieve the granularity and aviation-specificity required for

meaningful and decision-useful scenario analysis. This aligns with guidance from the New Zealand External

Reporting Board (XRB) on using sector-specific scenarios and balances the need for aviation-specific data

points with the required climate warming trajectories to sufficiently stress test the airline’s strategy under

different climate change scenarios.

EY used a proprietary transition risk model designed for the aviation sector to perform the modelling. This

model calculates the greenhouse gas emissions profile and cost implications based on various data inputs out

to 2050.

These inputs were compiled from a combination of data from the airline and external data sources

and assumptions.

The overarching conclusion from the modelling was that total

incremental costs to the airline would be larger in the disorderly

scenario due to delayed policy, investment, and emissions reductions,

which increases technology costs and results in a higher carbon price.

The airline will continue to build on this scenario analysis to deepen its understanding of the impacts of climate

change under different warming scenarios, the resilience of the company strategy in the face of these, and

potential resulting material financial implications.

The airline plans to conduct physical risk analysis in the 2023 and 2024 financial years.

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Strateg y (continued)

Transition Risks and Opportunities

(continued)

Figure 1.

The airline’s climate scenarios for the consideration of

transition risks

1

Scenario – 1

Orderly

Scenario

1 . 5 ̊C

Scenario – 2

Disorderly

Scenario

1 . 8 ̊C

Scenario – 3

Business as

Usual Scenario

2.5 ̊C

• Emissions in the wider economy

decline in a coherent and

gradual fashion from now out to

net zero emissions in 2050

• The aviation sector lags

the wider economy by

5-10 years with meaningful

decarbonisation starting from

2030-2050

• Global warming is limited

to 1.5 ̊C

• Emissions in the wider economy

slowly rise until 2030, before an

abrupt and steep transition to

net zero by 2050

• The aviation sector lags

the wider economy,

delaying implementation of

decarbonisation strategies until

2035-2040 which requires a

very sudden fleet turnover to

reach net zero in 2050

• Global warming is limited

to 1.8 ̊C

• Emissions in the wider

economy continue to rise out

to 2050 with minimal action

by governments to address

climate change beyond those

already known and in place

• The airline’s current

decarbonisation strategy

is considered sufficient to

mitigate reputational risks

• The aviation sector does not

implement any decarbonisation

strategies unless it is

economically preferable

• Global temperatures increase

to 2.5 ̊C

Impact

• Airline impacted by short,

medium and long term

transition risks due to regulatory

action to decarbonise the

economy in line with limiting

global warming to 1.5 ̊C

• This scenario has lower potential

costs from transition impacts

than the Disorderly Scenario

Impact

• This scenario would see the

most impact and cost on

the airline from transition

risks due to delayed action

to decarbonise the economy,

requiring rapid change from

2035-2050

Impact

• Given Business as Usual

assumes no further regulatory

action, risks related to this would

have less impact on the airline

than under the other scenarios

• Physical risks likely to be the

highest of the scenarios and

significant but not modelled

External scenarios

• NGFS 2021: Net Zero 2050

• IEA World Energy Outlook

(WEO) 2021: Net Zero Emissions

by 2050 Scenario

• ATAG Waypoint 2050:

Scenario 1: pushing technology

and operations

• NZCCC: Demonstration Path

External scenarios

• NGFS 2021: Delayed transition

• A combination of Business as

Usual / Reference and Orderly

Scenario external scenario

providers to 2030-2035

before linearly shifting to an

end point slightly higher than

the Orderly Scenario

External scenarios

• NGFS 2021: NDCs

• IEA

WEO 2021: Stated Policies

Scenario

• ATAG Waypoint 2050:

Scenario 0: Baseline /

continuation of current trends

• NZCCC: Current Policy

Reference

1

The airline selected these three warming scenarios to consider transition risks, in accordance with TCFD and XRB recommendations at the time. For future

scenario modeling exercises, including the modeling of physical risks planned for 2023, the airline will include consideration of a 3 ̊C or greater climate-related

scenario in accordance with the most recent XRB recommendations.

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Strateg y (continued)

Transition Risks

The transition risks defined below have been informed by the climate-related scenario modelling outlined above.

S


Short-term

2022 – 2030

RiskTCFD

category and

timeframe

Risk

description

Potential financial

impacts

Mitigation

Carbon

pricing

Policy and

legal

S


M


L


Increased carbon-

related regulation

in New Zealand and

internationally.

Current compliance

obligations include the

New Zealand Emissions

Trading Scheme

(NZETS) for emissions

from domestic

aviation fuel, and the

Carbon Offsetting and

Reduction Scheme for

International Aviation

(CORSIA) for growth in

international emissions

from a 2019 baseline.

New or increased

carbon taxes present

risk to EBIT by

increasing operating

expenditure.

• Future carbon pricing assumptions considered

in operational and strategic planning.

• Implementation of the airline’s

decarbonisation strategy to achieve

reductions in gross carbon emissions,

including improvements to operational

efficiency, ongoing fleet renewal, investment

in and advocacy to accelerate the availability

and commercial viability of SAF, and

advocacy and planning for ZEAT.

• The airline is advocating for NZETS auction

proceeds to be used to accelerate the

development and deployment of technologies

to enable aviation decarbonisation. The

airline’s compliance costs for the NZETS

were $14.4 million (calendar year 2021),

$14.5 million (calendar year 2020) and

$14.6 million (calendar year 2019).

• Monitoring international regulatory

developments to understand risk and

opportunities.

Government

policy

changes

Policy and

legal

S


M


L


Implementation or

expansion of domestic

and international policy

regulating carbon

emitting activities.

Examples include

emissions trading

schemes, carbon taxes,

passenger levies, SAF

mandates, or demand

control measures.

Differing international

standards could also

introduce compliance

complexity, and

risk distorting the

competitive composition

of the market.

Increased operational

and compliance costs

present risk to EBIT.

• The airline actively engages in government

consultations on climate change policy

with the goal of advancing aviation

decarbonisation. This includes advocating

for new policy measures to support the

supply of SAF. Public submissions and

advocacy documents can be found on the

airline’s website

2

.

• Implementation of the airline’s

decarbonisation strategy to achieve

reductions in gross carbon emissions,

including improvements to operational

efficiency, ongoing fleet renewal,

investment in and advocacy to accelerate

the availability and commercial viability of

SAF, and advocacy and planning for ZEAT.

• Monitoring international regulatory

developments to understand risk and

opportunities.

2

Air New Zealand Sustainability Reporting and communications www.airnewzealand.co.nz/sustainability-reporting-and-communication.

M


Medium-term

2031 – 2040

L


Long-term

2041 – 2050

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Strateg y (continued)

Transition Risks

(continued)

RiskTCFD

category and

timeframe

Risk

description

Potential financial

impacts

Mitigation

Cost and

supply of

Sustainable

Aviation

Fuel (SAF)

Technology

S


M


L


Cost of SAF is around

2 to 5 times the cost of

jet fuel.

SAF supply is limited:

current SAF production

is equivalent to less

than 1% of the jet fuel

that is consumed

globally. In addition,

supply is geographically

constrained, with

production based

in jurisdictions with

supporting policy: there

is currently no SAF

produced in the Asia-

Pacific region.

SAF cost presents a risk

to EBIT by increasing

operating expenditure

and compliance costs.

SAF supply limitations

present a risk to

EBIT from increased

compliance costs and

reputational damage.

• Continuing advocacy

3

for new policy

measures to support the supply and

commercial viability of SAF in New Zealand,

including advocating for a SAF-specific

mandate, and SAF-specific policies to

support the establishment of import supply

chains and domestic production.

• Partnership

4

with the New Zealand

Government to explore domestic SAF

production in New Zealand, to secure local

supply and improve fuel security.

• Membership in World Economic Forum

Clean Skies for Tomorrow Coalition

5

.

• Collaboration with partner airlines on

developing global SAF supply, including Star

Alliance members.

Rapid fleet

renewal

Technology

M


L


Rapid fleet renewal to

mitigate emissions.

Risk that technology

does not develop

sufficiently to meet

emissions reduction goals.

Acquiring ZEAT

represents an upfront

cost increasing

capital and operating

expenditures.

Technology lag presents

a risk to EBIT from

increased compliance

costs and reputational

damage.

• Engaging with aircraft designers to support

the development of these aircraft, including

providing the airline’s own specifications

6

f o r Z E AT.

• Partnership

7

with Airbus to explore the

deployment of hydrogen-powered aircraft in

New Zealand.

• Continuing advocacy for new policy and

regulatory measures to support the

deployment of ZEAT in New Zealand, including

through new infrastructure and energy supply.

• Partnership

7

with ATR to explore hybrid and

zero emissions aircraft technology.

• Partnership

7

with Wisk Aero exploring

how electric vertical take-off and landing

(eVTOL) aircraft could potentially enable zero

emissions short-range domestic flights.

Reduced

travel

demand due

to changes

in consumer

preferences,

and damage

to brand

value

Reputation /

Market

S


M


L


Increasingly climate

conscious customers

– leisure and business

travellers seeking

to reduce their own

emissions footprint

may reduce air travel

consumption.

Reduced air travel

demand and eroded

brand value presents

risk to EBIT by reducing

revenue.

• Building on current carbon reporting

provided to corporate customers, providing

Air New Zeakand-specific carbon data to

better inform customers as to their emissions

footprints from travel.

• Developing a corporate and cargo SAF

purchasing programme, to enable emissions

reductions in-line with the Science Based

Targets initiative guidelines.

• Flight NZ0

8

to inform customers as to the

actions the airline is taking to decarbonise,

and further plans for decarbonisation as the

technology matures in the medium to long-term.

3

Air New Zealand Sustainability Reporting and communications www.airnewzealand.co.nz/sustainability-reporting-and-communication.

4

Air New Zealand Flight NZ0 Sustainable aviation fuel www.flightnz0.airnewzealand.co.nz/#saf.

5

World Economic Forum Clean Skies for Tomorrow Coalition www.weforum.org/projects/clean-skies-for-tomorrow-coalition.

6

Air New Zealand Zero Emissions Aircraft Product Requirements Document www.flightnz0.airnewzealand.co.nz/initiatives/zero-emissions-aircraft-technology.

7

Air New Zealand Flight NZ0 Zero emissions aircraft technology www.flightnz0.airnewzealand.co.nz/initiatives/zero-emissions-aircraft-technology.

8

Air New Zealand Flight NZ0 www.flightnz0.airnewzealand.co.nz.

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Strateg y (continued)

Transition Opportunity

OpportunityTCFD

category and

timeframe

DescriptionPotential financial

impacts

Mitigation

Increased

demand for

net zero

emissions

flying

Products

and services

S


M


L


Increasing market share

and potential price

premiums from business

and leisure customers

seeking net zero

emissions flying.

Increased revenue

through demand for

lower emission air travel.

Better competitive

position resulting in

increased revenue.

Improved access

to decarbonisation

technologies.

Continued access

to capital.

• Continue to implement decarbonisation

roadmap and to identify new opportunities

to decarbonise.

• Continue to engage with stakeholders

through Flight NZ0

9

, as outlined on

previous page.

• Engage with corporate and cargo customers

to develop SAF purchasing programme and

provide airline-specific carbon emissions

data, as outlined on previous page.

Physical Risks

Physical risks are risks arising from changes in the regional and global climate and the consequential impacts and

events. These may include acute physical damage from variations in weather patterns (for example severe storms,

coastal/tidal flooding, drought) or chronic impacts (for example sea level rise and temperature increase).

RiskTCFD

category and

timeframe

DescriptionPotential financial

impacts

Mitigation

Extreme

weather

events

Acute

Physical

S


M


L


Increasing frequency of

extreme weather events

resulting in greater

disruption to flights and

the wider network.

Decrease in flying

presents risk to EBIT by

reducing revenue.

Damage to infrastructure

presents risk of

increasing capital costs.

Increased insurance

premiums and potential

for reduced availability

of insurance on assets

in “high risk” locations.

• Implementation of flight planning software

using advanced data analytics to optimise

flight paths both in planning and dynamically

once aircraft are airborne.

• Investment in advanced operations control

thunderstorm detection in Auckland enabling

proactive direct-to-aircraft-crew notification.

• The airline is a member of New Zealand’s

New Southern Sky Programme which

has been established to future proof New

Zealand’s airspace with the deployment of

advanced technology adoption.

Sea level

rise and

coastal

intrusion

Chronic

Physical

M


L


Sea level rise and coastal

intrusion causing network

disruption and loss of

access to airports, other

aviation support facilities,

critical infrastructure and

supply chains.

Decrease in flying

presents risk to EBIT by

reducing revenue.

Damage to infrastructure

presents risk of

increasing capital costs.

Increased insurance

premiums and potential

for reduced availability

of insurance on assets

in “high risk” locations.

• Spatial master planning process identifies

infrastructure risks and these are reflected in

master planning.

• Ensuring maintenance is fit for purpose

and current to legislation and regulation for

building resilience.

9

Air New Zealand Flight NZ0 www.flightnz0.airnewzealand.co.nz.

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CLIMATE-RELATED DISCLOSURES (CONTINUED)

Risk Management

TCFD Recommendation :

1. Processes for identif ying and assessing climate-related risks

2. Processes for managing climate-related risks

3. Processes for identifying, assessing and managing climate-related risks and integrating them into

overall risk management

Risks are identified at various levels of the organisation, including a “bottom up” review involving the identification of key

risks by business units and a review of top divisional risks by each Executive in respect of their portfolio of functions.

These processes are supplemented with specialist input from functional experts, including from the Sustainability,

Corporate Finance, Legal and Risk teams, to promote consistency and completeness. Key climate-related risks and

opportunities are also identified, assessed, and managed by each business unit in accordance with this process.

Risks identified through this process are analysed and consolidated by the Enterprise Risk team to inform the Group

Risk Profile, representing the top strategic risks for the airline.

Periodic workshops are held with the Board to gain insights and input, including into risk identification, assessment,

and management.

Key risks identified are entered into Risk Registers and a formal assessment process determines the materiality of the

risk. Risks are assigned to a responsible manager. Key mitigations for identified risks are determined and assessed

for effectiveness and action plans developed where required to reduce the risks to an acceptable level.

Significant climate-related risks are brought to the attention of the Leadership Squad and/or the Audit and Risk

Committee as part of the process of reporting to those bodies, and where appropriate are escalated to the Board.

Metrics and Targets

TCFD Recommendation:

1. Metrics used by the organisation to assess climate-related risks and opportunities in-line with its

strategy and risk management process

2. Reporting greenhouse gas emissions

3. Targets used by the organisation to manage climate-related risks and opportunities and performance

against targets

The airline uses a range of carbon metrics in its internal reporting, strategy formation and decision making.

This includes metrics related to assessing the impact of gross carbon emissions, emissions intensity values and

the value of New Zealand’s carbon compliance obligations. Key metrics are reported below.

The impact of Covid-19 has had a significant impact on the airline’s operations and network as well as the key metrics

that the airline reports on. As a consequence, it is difficult to meaningfully compare the key metrics with prior years.

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CLIMATE-RELATED DISCLOSURES (CONTINUED)

Metrics and Targets (continued)

Carbon Emissions Data (Tonnes CO

2

-e)

1

202020212022

Scope 1 – International network emissions (Jet Fuel)2,649,922817,0781,040,786

Scope 1 – Domestic network emissions (Jet Fuel) 518,607508,737465,303

Scope 1 – Other emissions

2

8,1067,3766,796

Total Scope 1 emissions3,176,6351,333,1911,512,885

Scope 2 – Emissions (Electricity)2,8322,7202,736

Scope 3, Category 3 (Upstream emissions of purchased fuels)

3

--307,335

Total Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 (category 3) emissions --1,822,956

1

The airline discloses its emissions within its Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory report. Full definitions of emission scopes can be found within that report;

extracts from that report are duplicated here within. Deloitte was engaged to provide reasonable assurance over the scope 1 and scope 2 components over

the GHG Inventory Report, and limited assurance over the scope 3, category 3 components. Refer to the reporting and communications page on Air New

Zealand’s website for the full GHG Inventory and Assurance Report. Gases included in the carbon dioxide equivalents (CO

2

-e) factor are carbon dioxide (CO

2

),

methane (CH

4

) and nitrous oxide (N

2

O).

2

Scope 1 other emissions include the combustion of jet fuel from ground operations, LPG, natural gas, diesel, petrol, and wood pellets.

3

Scope 3, category 3 emissions include emissions generated in the extraction, production, and transportation of fuels consumed by the airline. 2022 is the

first year that Scope 3 (Category 3) emissions have been reported.

Commentary on Carbon Emissions Data

Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions increased by 13% in 2022. This increase was due to the increase in Scope 1 emissions

resulting from greater network capacity as New Zealand’s Covid-19 restrictions eased through 2022. These emission

levels remain significantly lower than pre-Covid-19 levels.

In 2022 the airline disclosed its scope 3, category 3 emissions for the first time. Category 3 emissions are the airline’s

predominant source of scope 3 emissions.

Emissions

Analysis

Total Scope 2

0.2%

Total Scope 3

Category 3

16.8%

Total Scope 1

83.0%

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CLIMATE-RELATED DISCLOSURES (CONTINUED)

Metrics and Targets (continued)

Carbon Intensity Data

Carbon intensity data below provides a measure of emissions generated for each kilogram of payload flown and each

available seat. Payload carriage is expressed as Revenue Tonne Kilometre (RTK)

4

and seat availability is measured in

Available Seat Kilometre (ASK)

5

.

These are both prominent metrics for benchmarking airline carbon intensity. The airline aims to improve carbon

intensity by reducing emissions from flight operations and maximising total payload carriage.

Carbon Intensity Metrics202020212022

Grams of CO

2

-e per Available Seat Kilometre (ASK)82 76 75

Grams of CO

2

-e per Revenue Tonne Kilometre (RTK)789 1,039 971

Well-to-Wake Grams of CO

2

-e per Revenue Tonne Kilometre (RTK)

6

--1,165

1,200

900

600

300

0

2016202120202019201820172022

Carbon Intensity

Analysis

gCO

2

-e/RTK

gCO

2

-e/A SK

gCO

2

-e/RTK

90

85

80

75

70

65

gCO

2

-e/A SK

Commentary on Carbon Intensity Metrics

The airline’s carbon intensity (measured in gCO

2

–e/RTK) decreased 7% compared to 2021. This improvement was

largely due to easing New Zealand border restrictions leading to higher load factors on the network. However,

this metric still remains elevated when compared to pre-Covid-19 levels due to the national lockdowns and border

restrictions in place at varying times throughout the 2022 financial year.

While the airline’s carbon intensity (measured in gCO

2

–e/RTK) has trended upwards through the Covid-19 impacted

period, carbon intensity (measured in gCO

2

–e/ASK) has continued a downward trend, decreasing 12% between 2019

to 2022. This reduction has been a result of the improved efficiency achieved through the retirement of the Boeing

777-200ER fleet and continued efforts to improve operational efficiency.

4

Revenue Tonne Kilometre (RTK) is a measure of the weight that has been paid for on the aircraft (freight and passengers) multiplied by the number of

kilometres transported. Freight values are from the airline’s records, and passenger weights are estimated at 100kg per passenger (including checked

and carry-on baggage) as recommended by IATA for generating a fuel-efficiency target. CO

2

-e emissions are from the airline’s use of aviation fuel over the

same time period.

5

Available Seat Kilometre (ASK) is measured by the available seats for sale multiplied by the number of kilometres transported. The airline has participated

in the Maintaining International Air Connectivity scheme using passenger aircraft to fly cargo-only flights. The equivalent ASK’s from these flights has been

included in the total ASK number.

6

Well-to-Wake (WTW) emissions cover the activities and accompanying emissions across the value chain of jet fuel in the aviation sector. WTW emissions

can be split into two components: Well-to-Tank (WTT) which encompasses emissions from feedstock sourcing, processing and transportation to fuel

production and distribution (measured as scope 3, category 3 emissions); and Tank-to-Wake (TTW) includes emissions from the combustion of fuel

(measured as scope 1 emissions).

4

3

2

1

0

2016202120202019201820172022

Gross Carbon

Emissions

(CO

2

-e)

Gross Carbon Emissions

(Tonnes of CO

2

-e) Millions

International

Domestic

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Metrics and Targets (continued)

Ta r g e t s

The airline has set a 2030 science-based target (as outlined below), validated by the Science Based Targets initiative.

The target includes a carbon intensity reduction component and an associated gross emissions reduction component.

The target is aligned to a ‘well below 2°C’ pathway

7

and requires an absolute reduction in carbon emissions, with no

provision for carbon offsets. Each component of the target should be considered side-by-side for a balanced view of

performance against the target.

The airline’s science-based carbon reduction target

Air New Zealand commits to reduce Well-to-Wake GHG emissions

related to jet fuel by 28.9% per Revenue Tonne Kilometre from owned

operations, equivalent to a 16.3% absolute reduction, by 2030 from

a 2019 base year

8

Summary of Climate Targets

• Commitment to net zero carbon emissions by 2050.

• Validated 2030 science-based carbon reduction target (as outlined above).

• The airline has signed the Clean Skies for Tomorrow 2030 Ambition Statement, pledging support for SAF and

committing to help accelerate the supply and use of SAF to reach 10% of global jet aviation fuel supply by 2030.

• A cap on net CO

2

emissions from international aviation from 2020. Achieved through the Carbon Offsetting and

Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA).

7

The Science Based Targets initiative does not provide a 1.5 ̊C aligned pathway for the aviation industry.

8

Non-CO

2

-e effects which may also contribute to aviation induced warming are not included in this target. The airline commits to report publicly on its

collaboration with stakeholders to improve understanding of opportunities to mitigate the non-CO

2

-e impacts of aviation annually over its target timeframe.

The target boundary includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks.

Next steps for the airline’s TCFD work plan

• Use and build on transition risk scenario modelling that has been undertaken to deepen understanding of the

impacts of climate change under different warming scenarios, the resilience of the airline strategy in the face

of these, and potential resulting material financial implications.

• Conduct physical risk scenario modeling, including analysis of a 3 ̊C or greater climate-related scenario and

consideration of possible adaptation measures required.

• Contribute to sector wide scenario modelling as applicable.

• Progress towards full compliance with New Zealand’s Climate-related risk disclosure standards.

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INTERESTS REGISTER

No disclosures were made of interests in transactions under s140(1) of the Companies Act 1993.

Directors have made general disclosures of interests in accordance with s140(2) of the Companies Act. Current interests, and those

which ceased during the year, are tabulated below. New disclosures advised since 1 July 2021 are italicised.

Dame Therese WalshAntarctica NZ

ASB Bank Limited

Climate Change Commission – nomination panel

Contact Energy Limited – ceased 31 August 2021

On Being Bold Limited

Therese Walsh Consulting Limited

Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust

Director

Director (Chair)

Member

Director

Director

Director

Ambassador

Claudia BattenPyper Vision Limited

Serko Limited

Vista Group International Limited

Wonderful Investments Limited

Shareholder

Chair

Director

Director

Dean BracewellAra Street Investments Limited

Dean Bracewell Limited

Freightways Limited

Halberg Trust

Port of Tauranga Limited

Property for Industry Limited

Tainui Group Holdings Limited

Director and Shareholder

Director and Shareholder

Shareholder

Director

Director

Director

Director

Laurissa CooneyAccordant Group Limited

GMT Bond Issuer Limited

GMT Wholesale Bond Issuer Limited

Goodman (NZ) Limited

Goodman Property Aggregated Limited

Ngā Tāngata Tiaki – Audit Committee – ceased 25 March 2022

Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki Charitable Investment Trust

The Aotearoa Circle Trust

Western Bay of Plenty Tourism and Visitors Trust (“Tourism Bay of Plenty”)

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Member

Tr u s t e e

Guardian

Trustee (Chair)

Larry De ShonThe Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc

United Rentals, Inc

Director

Director

Alison GerryANZ Bank New Zealand Limited

Asteron Life Limited – ceased 11 May 2022

Glendora Avocados Limited

Glendora Holdings Limited

Infratil Limited

On Being Bold Limited

Sharesies AU Group Limited

Sharesies Group Limited

Sharesies Investment Management Limited

Sharesies Limited

Sharesies Nominee Limited

Vero Insurance New Zealand Limited – ceased 11 May 2022

Vero Liability Insurance Limited – ceased 11 May 2022

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Paul GoulterNew Zealand Educational Institute Te Riu Roa Incorporated – ceased 18 Feb 2022

New Zealand Nurses Organisation Incorporated

The Co-operative Bank Limited – ceased 31 December 2021

Officer

Officer

Director

Jonathan MasonBeloit College (USA) Board of Trustees – ceased May 2022

Dilworth School for Boys

University of Auckland Council

University of Auckland Endowment Fund

Vector Limited

Westpac New Zealand Limited

World Wide Fund for Nature New Zealand

Zespri Group Limited

Tr u s t e e

Tr u s t e e

Member

Tr u s t e e

Director

Director

Tr u s t e e

Director

Disclosures were also made during the period by Jan Dawson (who resigned from the Board on 28 October 2021) of appointments as

a director of Ports of Auckland Limited and Serko Limited.

There have been no interest register entries in respect of use of company information by directors.

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DIRECTORS’ INTERESTS IN

AIR NEW ZEALAND SECURITIES

Directors had relevant interests in shares as at 30 June 2022 as below:

InterestShares

Dean Bracewell

1

Beneficial125,000

Laurissa CooneyBeneficial146,570

3

Larry De ShonBeneficial1,002,514

Alison Gerry

2

Beneficial84,393

Jonathan MasonBeneficial164,000

Dame Therese WalshBeneficial500,000


During the year, directors advised the following dealings that they (or associated persons) had in shares of the company.

TransactionDateNumberConsideration

Dean Bracewell

1

Purchase9 May 2022125,000$98,100

Laurissa CooneyPurchase

Purchase

14 June 2022

16 June 2022

10 7, 5 70

39,000

$ 59,701

$22,035

Larry De ShonIssue

4

Issue

5

Purchase

Purchase

9 May 2022

9 May 2022

6 June 2022

7 June 2022

100,000

13 7, 514

304,843

410,157

$53,000

$111,386

$ 19 7,102

$26 3,799

Alison Gerry

2

Purchase

Purchase

9 May 2022

12 May 2022

56,660

2 7,73 3

$45,895

$19,968

Jonathan MasonIssue

4

Purchase

9 May 2022

7 June 2022

58,000

77,000

$ 3 0,74 0

$49,665

Dame Therese WalshIssue

4

Purchase

9 May 2022

12 May 2022

200,000

200,000

$106,000

$146,875

1. Dean Bracewell holds his interest through an associated person, Ara Street Investments Limited

2. Alison Gerry holds her interest via Sharesies Nominees Limited.

3. Laurissa Cooney has an interest in 107,570 shares through a Craigs’ KiwiSaver Scheme, and 39,000 shares personally held.

4. Issue of Shares pursuant to the Rights Offer

5. Issue of Shares pursuant to the Bookbuild

INDEMNITIES AND INSURANCE

Pursuant to section 162 of the Companies Act 1993 and the Constitution, Air New Zealand has entered into deeds of access, insurance

and indemnity with the directors of the Group to indemnify them to the maximum extent permitted by law, against all liabilities which

they may incur in the performance of their duties as directors of any company within the Group. Insurance cover extends to directors

and officers for the expenses of defending legal proceedings and the cost of damages incurred. Specifically excluded are proven

criminal liability and fines and penalties other than those pecuniary penalties which are legally insurable. In accordance with commercial

practice, the insurance contract prohibits further disclosure of the terms of the policy. All directors who voted in favour of authorising

the insurance certified that in their opinion, the cost of the insurance is fair to the Company.

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SUBSIDIARY AND JOINT VENTURE COMPANIES

The following people were directors of Air New Zealand’s subsidiary and joint venture companies in the financial year to 30 June 2022.

Those who resigned during the year are signified by (R). These companies are New Zealand incorporated companies except where

otherwise indicated.

No director of any subsidiary received beneficially any director’s fees or other benefits except as an employee.

Air Nelson Limited Kelvin Duff

Jennifer Page

Michael Williams

Air New Zealand Aircraft Holdings Limited Jennifer Page

Baden Smith

Richard Thomson

Air New Zealand Associated Companies LimitedJennifer Page

Leila Peters

Richard Thomson

Air New Zealand Associated Companies (Australia) Limited

(Note 2)

Jennifer Page (R)

Richard Thomson (R)

Air New Zealand Express LimitedJennifer Page

Richard Thomson

Air New Zealand Regional Maintenance Limited Hamish Curson

Brendon McWilliam

Skye Daniels (R)

Carrie Hurihanganui (R)

Air New Zealand Travel Business Limited

(Note 2)

Jennifer Page (R)

Richard Thomson (R)

ANNZES Engines Christchurch Limited Jennifer Page

Richard Thomson

Ansett Australia & Air New Zealand

Engineering Services Limited

(Note 2)

Jennifer Page (R)

Richard Thomson (R)

Eagle Airways Limited

(Note 1)

Jennifer Page (R)

Michael Williams (R)

Mount Cook Airline Limited Kelvin Duff

Jennifer Page

Michael Williams

TEAL Insurance Limited Jennifer Page

Hannah Ringland

Craig Tolley

Air New Zealand (Australia) Pty Limited

(incorporated in Australia)

Paul McLean

Jennifer Page

Kathryn Robertson (R)

1. Eagle Airways Limited was amalgamated with Air New Zealand Associated Companies Limited on 22 December 2021

2. Air New Zealand Associated Companies (Australia) Limited, Air New Zealand Travel Business Limited and Ansett Australia &

Air New Zealand Engineering Services Limited amalgamated with Air New Zealand Associated Companies Limited on 28 March 2022

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OTHER DISCLOSURES

Donations

The Air New Zealand Group has made donations totalling $17,500 in the financial year to 30 June 2022. No donations were made to any

political party. It is Air New Zealand’s policy not to make donations, in cash or in kind, or to provide free of charge travel to political parties.

Substantial product holders

The following information is provided in compliance with Section 293 of the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 and is stated as at

30 June 2022. The total number of listed Ordinary shares of Air New Zealand Limited at that date was 3,368,464,315.

Substantial Product Holder Quoted voting products in the Company in which a relevant interest is held

Her Majesty the Queen in Right of New Zealand1,717,916,801 * ordinary shares

In 1989, the Crown issued a Notice that arises through its holding of special rights Convertible Share, the “Kiwi Share” and the power

of the Kiwi Shareholder under the Constitution. Full details of the rights pertaining to these shares are set out in the Company’s

Constitution. The Kiwi Share does not confer any right on its holder to vote at a shareholders’ meeting unless the Kiwi Share has been

converted into an Ordinary Share by its holder. The Kiwi Share is not listed on any stock exchange.

* As reported in its most recent Substantial Security Holder notice dated 11 May 2022, held by Her Majesty the Queen in Right of New

Zealand acting by and through Her Minister of Finance.

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O P E R AT I N G F L E E T S TAT I S T I C S

As at 30 June 2022*

Boeing 777-300ER

Number: 7

Average Age: 10.2 years

Maximum Passengers: 342

Cruising Speed: 910 km/hr

Average Daily Utilisation: 9:30 hrs

Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Number: 14

Average Age: 5.8 years

Maximum Passengers: 302 or 275

Cruising Speed: 910 km/hr

Average Daily Utilisation: 10:45 hrs (1 Jul – 31 Dec)

12:12 hrs (1 Jan – 31 Jun)

Airbus A320/321NEO

Number: 13

Average Age A321: 3.3 years

A320: 2.3 years

Maximum Passengers: A321: 214

A320: 165

Cruising Speed: 850 km/hr

Average Daily Utilisation: A321: 2:27 hrs (1 Jul to 31 Dec)

3:47 hrs (1 Jan to 30 Jun)

A320: 1:26 hrs (1 Jul to 31 Dec)

5:16 hrs (1 Jan to 30 Jun)

Airbus A320CEO

Number: 18

Average Age: Short-haul: 16.8 years

Domestic: 8.4 years

Maximum Passengers: Short-haul: 168

Domestic: 171

Cruising Speed: 850 km/hr

Average Daily Utilisation: Short-haul: 2:41 hrs (1 Jul to 31 Dec)

2:53 hrs (1 Jan to 30 Jun)

Domestic: 3:06 hrs (1 Jul to 31 Dec)

5:16 hrs (1 Jan to 30 Jun)

AT R 7 2 - 6 0 0

Number: 29

Average Age: 5.3 years

Maximum Passengers: 68

Cruising Speed: 518 km/hr

Average Daily Utilisation: 4:43 hrs (1 Jul to 31 Dec)

5:34 hrs (1 Jan to 30 Jun)

Bombardier Q300

Number: 23

Average Age: 15.4 years

Maximum Passengers: 50

Cruising Speed: 520 km/hr

Average Daily Utilisation: 4:35 hrs (1 Jul to 31 Dec)

5:19 hrs (1 Jan to 30 Jun)

* Covid-19 related domestic lockdowns and government restrictions on international travel continued to impact Air New Zealand’s scheduled operations and aircraft

utilisation in the 2022 financial year, particularly in the first half. Scheduled operations began to recover in the second half. The Boeing 777-300ER fleet is being

gradually returned to service and the utilisation above reflects utilisation for the period following reactivation.

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SECURITIES STATISTICS

Top Twenty Shareholders – as at 1 August 2022

Investor NameNumber of Ordinary Shares% of Ordinary Shares

Her Majesty The Queen In Right Of New Zealand acting by and

through her Minister Of Finance

1,717,916,801 51.00

New Zealand Depository Nominee 209,129,776 6.21

Citibank Nominees (NZ) Ltd 123,935,328 3.68

HSBC Nominees (New Zealand) Limited 102,908,528 3.06

HSBC Nominees (New Zealand) Limited 72, 817,15 7 2.16

JPMORGAN Chase Bank 50,973,875 1.51

BNP Paribas Nominees NZ Limited Bpss40 35,907,230 1.07

Accident Compensation Corporation 32,879,293 0.98

BNP Paribas Nominees NZ Limited 31,228,332 0.93

Washington H Soul Pattinson and Company Limited 13 ,751 , 3 74 0.41

Public Trust 13, 241,181 0.39

Xinwei Investment (NZ) Limited 13,164,081 0.39

Ping Luo 8,690,843 0.26

Custodial Services Limited 8,657,317 0.26

Citicorp Nominees Pty Limited 8,373,146 0.25

BNP Paribas Nominees (NZ) Limited 7, 5 8 6 , 3 11 0.23

BNP Paribas Nominees Pty Ltd 7,499,519 0.22

Tea Custodians Limited 7,309,363 0.22

FNZ Custodians Limited 6,006,025 0.18

Garth Barfoot 6,000,000 0.18

Total2,477,975,480 73.59

Shareholder Statistics – as at 1 August 2022

Size of HoldingInvestors% InvestorsShares% Issued

1-1,000 18,590 34.088,551,188 0.25

1,001-5,000 16,808 30.8242,806,119 1.27

5,001-10,000 6,598 12.1049,183,034 1.46

10,001-100,00011,15420.45329,221,8089.7 7

100,001 and Over 1,389 2.552,938,702,166 8 7. 25

Total 54,539 100.00 3,368,464,315 100.00

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
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SECURITIES STATISTICS (CONTINUED)

Top Twenty Bondholders – as at 1 August 2022

Investor NameNumber of Bonds% of Bonds

Custodial Services Limited 12,630,000 25.26

PT (Booster Investments) Nominees Limited 6,133,000 12.27

FNZ Custodians Limited 5,024,000 10.05

Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited 2,428,000 4.86

Mt Nominees Limited 2,000,000 4.00

Risk Reinsurance Limited 1,500,000 3.00

Hobson Wealth Custodian Limited 1,189,000 2.38

Tea Custodians Limited 1,000,000 2.00

NZX WT Nominees Limited 861,000 1.72

JBWERE (NZ) Nominees Limited 730,000 1.46

Investment Custodial Services Limited 563,000 1.13

JBWERE (NZ) Nominees Limited 355,000 0.71

Custodial Services Limited 350,000 0.70

Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited 265,000 0.53

HSBC Nominees (NZ) Limited 260,000 0.52

Westpac Banking Corporation 206,000 0.41

Dunedin Diocesan Trust Board 200,000 0.40

J M Butland Limited 150,000 0.30

Murray Allen Sherwin & Adriana Maria Arron 150,000 0.30

JBWERE (NZ) Nominees Limited 140,000 0.28

Total36,134,000 72.27

Bondholder Statistics – as at 1 August 2022

Size of HoldingHolders% HoldersBonds% Issued

1-1,000----

1,001-5,000407.12 200,000 0.40

5,001-10,00013724.381,338,000 2.68

10,001-100,00036564.9411,697,000 23.39

100,001 and Over203.5636,765,000 73.53

Total562100.0050,000,000 100.00

AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
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GENERAL INFORMATION

Stock exchange listings

Air New Zealand’s Ordinary Shares have been listed on the NZX Main Board (ticker code AIR) since 24 October 1989. It also has bonds

listed on the NZX Debt Market (ticker code AIR020).

Air New Zealand’s Ordinary Shares are listed on ASX (ticker code AIZ) as a Foreign Exempt Listing. The Foreign Exempt Listing means

that Air New Zealand is expected to comply primarily with the Listing Rules of the NZX Main Board (being the rules of its home

exchange) and is exempt from complying with most of ASX’s Listing Rules.

Neither NZX nor ASX has taken any other disciplinary action against the Company during the financial year ended 30 June 2022. In

particular there was no other exercise of powers by NZX under NZX Listing Rule 9.9.3 (relating to powers to cancel, suspend or censure

an issuer) with respect to Air New Zealand during the reporting period.

On 20 July 2017, Air New Zealand launched a sponsored Level 1 American Depositary Receipt (ADR) programme. Air New Zealand’s

American Depositary Shares, each representing five Ordinary Air New Zealand shares and evidenced by ADRs, are traded over-the-

counter in the United States (ticker code ANZLY).

Place of incorporation

New Zealand

In New Zealand, the Company’s Ordinary Shares are listed with a “non-standard” (NS) designation. This is due to particular provisions of

the Company’s Constitution, including the rights attaching to the Kiwi Share

1

held by the Crown and requirements regulating ownership

and transfer of Ordinary Shares.

New Zealand Exchange

Waivers:

The following waivers from the NZX Listing Rules were granted to the Company or relied upon by the Company during the financial

year ended 30 June 2022:

1. Waivers and approvals relating to the Kiwi Share provisions of the Constitution are contained in a decision of NZX Regulation dated

23 July 2019.

2. Under a waiver granted on 29 November 2019 Air New Zealand is permitted to renew an agreement with the Crown (acting through

the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment) under which Air New Zealand provides government agencies with discounted

fares, without the requirement to obtain shareholder approval (as the Crown is a Related Party) under Listing Rule 5.2.1.

3. During the 2022 financial year the Company was granted or relied upon a number of waivers (contained in NZ RegCo Decisions

dated 30 April 2021, 30 September 2021, 14 December 2021 and 30 March 2022) in respect of funding and debt arrangements it

entered into with the Crown, and various amendments to these arrangements. The waivers had the effect of waiving the requirement

in each case for shareholder approvals which would otherwise have been required under Listing Rule 5.1.1 (which requires shareholder

approval for a major transaction) and Listing Rule 5.2.1 (which requires shareholder approval for a Material Transaction with a Related

Party), and were each subject to conditions detailed in the waivers, which included certification by two independent directors of

certain matters. The 14 December 2021 and 30 March 2022 waivers from Listing Rule 5.1.1 included a condition that the Company

obtain shareholder ratification of the respective loan arrangements by 31 December 2022.

The 30 March 2022 decision also waived the requirement under Listing Rule 4.17.6(a) for the Company to give five business days’

notice before the Ex Date for the Rights Issue, and allowed the Company to make the Ex Date for the Offer to be two Business Days

following the announcement of the Offer.

The waivers granted to the company may be accessed at:

30 April 2021

NZ RegCo decision

30 September 2021

NZ RegCo decision

14 December 2021

NZ RegCo decision

30 March 2022

NZ RegCo decision


Compliance with Listing Rules:

For the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 1.15.3, Air New Zealand Limited confirms the Company continues to comply with the NZX Listing Rules.

1. In 1989, the Crown issued a Notice that arises through its holding of special rights Convertible Share, the “Kiwi Share” and the power of the Kiwi Shareholder under

the Constitution. Full details of the rights pertaining to these shares are set out in the Company’s Constitution. The Kiwi Share does not confer any right on its holder

to vote at a shareholder’s meeting unless the Kiwi Share has been converted into an Ordinary Share by its holder. The Kiwi Share is not listed on any stock exchange.

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announcements/389771

AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
SHAREHOLDER DIRECTORY

New Zealand

Link Market Services Limited

Level 30, PwC Tower

15 Customs Street West, Auckland 1010

PO Box 91976, Auckland 1142

New Zealand

Investor Enquiries:

Phone: (64 9) 375 5998

Fax: (64 9) 375 5990

Email: enquiries@linkmarketservices.co.nz

Australia

Link Market Services Limited

Level 12, 680 George Street

Sydney 2000, Australia

Locked Bag A14, Sydney South

NSW 1235

Australia

Investor Enquiries:

Phone: (61) 1300 554 474

Fax: (61 2) 9287 0303

Investor Relations

Investor Relations Office

Private Bag 92007, Auckland 1142

New Zealand

Phone: 0800 22 22 18 (New Zealand)

(64 9) 336 2607 (Overseas)

Fax: (64 9) 336 2664

Email: investor@airnz.co.nz

Website: airnzinvestor.com

Annual Meeting

Date: 22 September 2022

Time: 2:00pm

Venue: Ellerslie Event Centre – Tote on Ascot

100 Ascot Avenue

Remuera

Auckland

Current Credit Rating

Moody’s rate Air New Zealand Baa2

Auditor

Deloitte Limited (on behalf of the Auditor-General)

Deloitte Centre

80 Queen Street, Auckland Central

PO Box 115033, Shortland Street

Auckland 1140

New Zealand

Registered Office

New Zealand

Air New Zealand Limited

Air New Zealand House

185 Fanshawe Street

Auckland 1010

Postal: Private Bag 92007

Auckland 1142, New Zealand

Phone: (64 9) 336 2400

Fax: (64 9) 336 2401

NZBN: 9429040402543

Australia

Level 12

7 Macquarie Place

Sydney

Postal: GPO 3923, Sydney

NSW 2000, Australia

Phone: (61 2) 8235 9999

Fax: (61 2) 8235 9946

ABN: 70 000 312 685

Board of Directors

Dame Therese Walsh – Chair

Claudia Batten

Dean Bracewell

Laurissa Cooney

Larry De Shon

Alison Gerry

Paul Goulter

Jonathan Mason

Chief Executive Officer

Greg Foran

Chief Financial Officer

Richard Thomson

General Counsel and Company Secretary

Jennifer Page

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Amount (000s)
2,748,000

2,748,000

(591,000)

(591,000)

N/A

N/A

N/A

NZ$ AmountCurrent Period

$0.39

Contact person for this announcement

Audited financial statements accompany this announcement.

New Zealand Dollars

Leila Peters, General Manager Corporate Finance

Prior Comparative Period

$0.86

Contact phone number+64 9 336 2607

Contact email addressinvestor@airnz.co.nz

Date of release through MAP25 August 2022

Net tangible assets per Quoted Equity

Security

A brief explanation of any of the figures

above necessary to enable the figures to be

understood

Refer to media release.

Authority for this announcement

Name of person authorised to make this

announcement

Jennifer Page, General Counsel and Company

Secretary

Imputed amount per Quoted Equity Security

Record Date

Dividend Payment Date

Total net loss(102.4%)

Final Dividend (NZ$)

Amount per Quoted Equity SecurityNo final dividend will be paid

Net loss from continuing operations(102.4%)

Results announcement

(for Equity Security issuer/Equity and Debt Security issuer)

Results for announcement to the market

Name of issuerAir New Zealand

Reporting Period12 months to 30 June 2022

Previous Reporting Period12 months to 30 June 2021

Percentage change

Revenue from continuing operations8.8%

Total Revenue8.8%

Currency

FULL YEAR RESULTS ANNOUNCEMENT
AIR NEW ZEALAND LIMITED

Full Year Ended 30 June 2022 (referred to in this report as the "current full year")

1 Information prescribed by NZX

(a) A Statement of Financial Performance

Refer to the Financial Statements.

(b) A Statement of Financial Position

Refer to the Financial Statements.

(c) A Statement of Cash Flows

Refer to the Financial Statements.

(e) A Statement of Movements in Equity

Refer to the Financial Statements.

Ordinary Shares3986

(g) Commentary on the results

MeasurementCurrent YearPrevious Year

(i)Basic and diluted earnings per shareNZ cents per share(40.8)(26.0)

(ii)Returns to shareholders (see also section (d) above)

Dividend on Redeemable Shares$NZ'm4 -

(iii) Significant features of operating performance:

(iv) Segmental results:

Industry segment

(d) Details of individual and total dividends or distributions and dividend or distribution payments, which:

(i) have been declared, and

(ii) relate to the period (in the case of ordinary dividends or ordinary dividends and special dividends declared at the same time) or

were declared within the period (in the case of special dividends).

Refer to the media release.

Air New Zealand operates predominantly in one segment, its primary business being the transportation of passengers and cargo on an

integrated network of scheduled airline services to, from and within New Zealand. Resource allocation decisions across the network are

made to optimise the consolidated Group's financial result.

Refer to Results for announcement to the market.

(f) Net tangible assets per Quoted Equity Security with the comparative figure for the previous corresponding period

(NZ Cents Per Share)Previous YearCurrent Year

2 The following information, which may be presented in whatever way the Issuer considers is the most clear and helpful to users, e.g.,

combined with the body of the announcement, combined with notes to the financial statements, or set out separately.

Redeemable share dividends of $4 million were declared during the year.

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FULL YEAR RESULTS ANNOUNCEMENT
AIR NEW ZEALAND LIMITED

Full Year Ended 30 June 2022 (referred to in this report as the "current full year")

(iv) Segmental results (continued)

Geographical segment

Current YearPrevious Year

$NZ'm$NZ'm

New Zealand2,031 2,033

Australia and Pacific Islands221 153

Asia, United Kingdom and Europe247 163

America235 168

Total operating revenue2,734 2,517

(v) Discussion of trends in performance:

(vi) The Issuer's dividend policy

(vii)

(h) Audit of financial statements

Basis of preparation

Accounting policies

Refer to the Statement of Accounting Policies and Notes in the financial statements.

Changes in accounting policies

Audit Report

A copy of the audit report is attached at the back of the financial statements.

Additional information

Not applicable.

This full year report was approved by the Board of Directors on 25 August 2022.

Dame Therese Walsh

Chair

An analysis of revenue by geographic region of original sale is provided below.

This report is compiled in accordance with New Zealand Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (“NZ GAAP”). NZ GAAP consists of New

Zealand equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards (“NZ IFRS”) and other applicable financial reporting standards as appropriate

to profit-oriented entities.

This report is based on accounts which have been audited. The audit opinion has been attached to the back of the financial statements and

contains no qualifications.

Refer to Note 27 of the financial statements.

Refer to the media release.

Analysis of revenue by geographical region

of original sale

The principal non-current assets of the Group are the aircraft fleet which is registered in New Zealand and employed across the worldwide

network. Accordingly, there is no reasonable basis for allocating the assets to geographical segments.

Refer to the media release.

Any other factors which have or are likely to affect the results, including those where the effect could not be

quantified:

Refer to Air New Zealand website - https://www.airnewzealand.co.nz/dividend-history

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