01 Sep 2024 | 07:09 AM UTC
New Zealand: Minor flight disruptions reported at Wellington International Airport in Wellington following plane engine fire the afternoon of Sept. 1
Minor flight disruptions ongoing at Wellington International Airport, NZ, after aircraft makes emergency landing. Reconfirm itineraries.
Flight disruptions have been reported at Wellington International Airport (WLG) in Wellington, North Island, after an Air New Zealand (NZ) aircraft made an emergency landing following an engine fire just after 16:00 Sept. 1. Officials state that all 40 passengers were safely evacuated and the fire has since been extinguished. Several flights were diverted.
While the runway has reopened, residual delays are possible over the coming hours.
Confirm flight reservations if scheduled to travel via WLG over the coming hours. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Consider making alternative arrangements for time-sensitive travel if necessary.
