Private jet makes emergency landing at Christchurch Airport

Friday 19 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 19 Dec 2025, 10:09am

A small commercial jet from GCH Aviation made a precautionary return to Christchurch Airport on Friday morning. The aircraft experienced a technical issue shortly after taking off around 9am. Emergency services were on standby while the plane circled the airport before landing.

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1. NZ HeraldFri 19 Dec 2025, 10:06am

   Private jet makes emergency landing at Christchurch Airport (opens in new tab)

2. The PressFri 19 Dec 2025, 10:09am

   Plane makes emergency landing at Christchurch Airport (opens in new tab)