Air New Zealand flight returns to Auckland after failed Dunedin landing

StuffOtago Daily TimesSunday 14 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated

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Air New Zealand flight NZ676 attempted to land in Dunedin on Saturday but was forced to return to Auckland due to significant windshear. The flight diversion occurred during the strongest winds recorded in Dunedin this year. Passengers are being re-accommodated on subsequent flights.

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First reported by Stuff, Sun 14 Sep 2025, 11:11am · 3 reports from 2 outlets over 6 hours
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