De Havilland DC-3 ZK-VAS floatplane on Lake Rotorua. Credit: Theo S
Engine failure, de Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otter, Rotorua, 6 November 2025
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NZ
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.