29 January - Solution for the last clue and the next cryptic crossword clue

Empty tin in tank (6)

Solution – vacant

Empty = vacant

Tin = can

Tank = vat

The "can" is in the "vat" – so you also get "vacant".

Today’s cryptic crossword clue – solution tomorrow

Near end of flight in the dark (5)

Source of clue – NZ Herald

Hint – this is a charades clue