Air New Zealand flight lands safely in Wellington after fumes reported in cabin

June 25, 2020
Aviation commentator Grayson Ottawa gives his thoughts on the issue.

An Air New Zealand flight from Christchurch to Wellington has safely touched down in the capital this morning after pilots were alerted to fumes on board.

An Air New Zealand spokeswoman told 1 NEWS passengers on flight NZ5330 were disembarked as normal after landing at Wellington International Airport about 8am, and emergency services were called as a precaution.

The aircraft is being checked over following the incident.

A Fire and Emergency spokesperson told 1 NEWS that emergency services had been stood down following the incident.

The spokesperson earlier said crew were alerted at 7.45am to an incoming flight with reports of smoke in the cockpit.

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