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Maritime
MO-2026-201
The Commission is investigating an accident involving a commercial passenger vessel grounding in Akaroa Harbour on 31 January 2026.
Incident date:
In progress
Aviation
AO-2025-016
The Commission is investigating an accident involving a Bell 206L-3 helicopter approximately 15km southwest of Raetihi at about 7am on 13 December 2025. The reported circumstances were that the helicopter impacted terrain with one fatality, the pilot, who was the sole occupant on board.
Incident date:
In progress
Maritime
MO-2025-206
TAIC is investigating the grounding of the fishing vessel Taudre, after which the crew abandoned ship, the vessel later refloated and drifted, and additional crew re-boarded with Coastguard assistance to manage flooding from a hull breach. The Taudre was towed to anchorage for assessment.
Incident date:
In progress
Aviation
AO-2025-015
At Auckland Aerodrome an Airbus A380-861 damage to two of the aeroplane’s tyres and wheels. No injuries have been reported.
Incident date:
In progress
Aviation
AO-2025-014
The Commission is investigating a serious incident involving an ATR 72-600 aeroplane, registration ZK-MVQ, operated by Air New Zealand, on 27 November 2025. The reported circumstances were that the commercial flight was on approach to Nelson Aerodrome when the flight crew received a landing gear warning and conducted a go-around. The aeroplane diverted to Auckland Aerodrome and landed safely.
Incident date:
In progress
Aviation
AO-2025-011
The Commission is investigating an accident in which a Robinson R66 helicopter crashed on coastal land near the Makara Wind Farm, to the West of Wellington. The reported circumstances were that activation of the helicopter’s Emergency Locator Transmitter alerted emergency services. The pilot was recovered by the Westpac helicopter and taken to Wellington Hospital. The helicopter, registration ZK-IXT was operated by SCN Helicopters Limited.
Incident date:
In progress
Aviation
AO-2025-009
The Commission is investigating a runway incursion incident at Hamilton Aerodrome involving an Airbus A320 aeroplane registration VH-A5E operating as JQ166 operated by Jetstar Airways and a Cessna 172 registration ZK-TAP operated by Ardmore Flying School. The reported circumstances were that the A320 was on the ground, backtracking along the aerodrome’s main runway 18L ahead of departing for Sydney. The Cessna was airborne, approaching to land; on the same runway.
Incident date:
In progress
Aviation
AO-2025-010
The Commission is investigating an incident involving a de Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otter float plane operated by Volcanic Air, registration ZK-VAS. The reported circumstances were that the aircraft was on a scenic flight near Rotorua when it experienced engine trouble that led to an engine failure. The pilot successfully completed a glide approach and landing. There were no reported injuries to the pilot or passengers.
Incident date:
In progress
Aviation
AO-2025-012
The Commission is assisting the United Kingdom’s Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB) in their investigation of a fatal accident involving a Europa XS aircraft, registration G-BZNY, at Sherburn in Elmet airfield in Yorkshire, UK, on 2 November 2025.
Incident date:
In progress
