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Air New Zealand flight diverted to New Plymouth after system alert

1NewsStuffNZ HeraldThe PostWaikato TimesThe PressRNZSunday 24 August 2025 · 7 outlets · 4 reports · updated

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An Air New Zealand flight from Auckland to Blenheim was diverted to New Plymouth on Sunday afternoon. Pilots noticed an aircraft system indication during the flight, prompting a safe landing at approximately 12.38pm. Emergency services were on standby at the airport as a precaution while the issue is checked.

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First reported by 1News, Sun 24 Aug 2025, 3:07pm · 4 reports from 4 outlets over 2 hours
  1. 1News1News

    Air NZ flight forced to divert to New Plymouth after system alert (opens in new tab)

  2. StuffStuff

    Air NZ plane reroutes to New Plymouth after abnormal system indication (opens in new tab)

  3. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Air NZ flight from Auckland diverted to New Plymouth due to system alert (opens in new tab)

  4. The PostThe Post via The Press

    Air NZ plane makes emergency landing over possible 'electrical issue' (opens in new tab)

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