Originally Posted by
nzkarit
Though domestically they are pushing two flights as increases options, rather than a bigger plane. For example Wlg-Chc ATRs outside of peak so they can to hourly flights.
Where else in the network would an A319 (assuming more likely than a regional jet, as gives them a common fleet) be helpful? Most routes are too short to notice the the speed difference, particularly when consider usually faster to get off an ATR than a Bus.
The cost of operating the A318 and A319 are not that more cheaper than the A320 so for fleet flexibility I understand why NZ only operates the A320. With the upcoming delivery of the A321NEO, these were to be used as 767 replacements over the Tasman.