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Aviation
AO-2024-004
Incident involved an Australian-registered Airbus A320 passenger aircraft VH-VFF, operated by Jetstar. Reportedly at about 0745 the aircraft experienced a steering issue upon landing, causing it to veer off the runway - a runway excursion.
Incident date: Publish date: Not yet published
Rail
RO-2024-103
Deck of rail bridge sagged after a pier went missing in flood waters. There were no trains on the bridge at the time and trains were prevented from crossing the bridge.
Incident date: Publish date: Not yet published
Aviation
AO-2024-003
In the early evening of 2 April 2024, the crew of an Air New Zealand Airbus A320 reported seeing what they described as a drone while at 2000 feet on the final approach for runway 23L at Auckland. As a result of the drone sighting, and for the safety of other aircraft, Air Traffic Control closed that portion of the Auckland airspace for 15 minutes, resulting in delays to other inbound aircraft.
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Maritime
MO-2024-202
The Commission has closed its inquiry into this occurrence. It is satisfied on the facts before it that the circumstances of the accident do not allow the Commission to establish findings or make recommendations which may increase transport safety.
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Aviation
AO-2024-002
TAIC is providing support for an investigation by Chilean investigation authority, the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil into an incident involving a Boeing 787 aircraft in international air space on its way to New Zealand. Chile, as the State of Registry, is investigating this incident and has requested New Zealand’s assistance. TAIC is gathering evidence on behalf of Chile. TAIC will not produce a report for this inquiry. This is a responsibility of Chile authorities.
Incident date: Publish date: Not yet published
Rail
RO-2024-102
A trainee rail protection officer authorised workers to start work on the main south line in Hornby before a scheduled train had passed through. The workers realized a train was approaching when level crossing bells started ringing and were able to get off the track in time. TAIC identified failings in supervision and in training RPOs to supervise trainees. Further, available engineering controls (which physically reduce hazards) were not being used.
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Rail
RO-2024-101
Employers and managers of safety-critical workers, please note: workplace safety risk from after-effects of acute illnesses such as COVID-19. Can impair workers’ concentration, memory and thinking, including their ability to reliably self-assess as being fit to return to work. TAIC reports on occurrence where coal train missed and passed a stop signal, potentially into conflict with oncoming freight train.
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Aviation
AO-2025-005
The Commission is assisting an investigation by the Swiss Transportation Safety Investigation Board (STSB) into a fatal accident involving a Pacific Aerospace PAC 750 aircraft, registered HB-TCP.
Incident date: Publish date: Not yet published
Aviation
AO-2024-001
Q300 passenger aircraft, registration ZK-NEF, aborted an attempted take-off at speed and stopped at the end of the runway.
Incident date: Publish date: Not yet published
Maritime
MO-2024-201
The Fiordland Navigator ran aground after the fatigued master almost certainly fell asleep at the helm. TAIC found gaps in fatigue management, monitoring of medical fitness, and risk controls for sole-charge masters. Several passengers and crew suffered minor injuries, but the emergency response was effective. The vessel’s operator has since strengthened fatigue policies, added support roles, and improved safety oversight. TAIC made one recommendation—to Maritime NZ—to improve awareness of ongoing medical fitness responsibilities for seafarers.
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Rail
RO-2023-106
Passenger train parts at low speed, inspection and response gaps exposed. A cracked coupler, unnoticed in maintenance, caused carriages on the TranzAlpine tourist train to part. Power braking stress, missed alarms, and no procedure for crew to deal with partings revealed wider risks.
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Rail
RO-2023-105
A track machine derailed in Auckland’s Purewa tunnel after being authorised to enter a worksite where track had been removed. Key safety information wasn’t shared and staff were under-resourced. No one hurt, but lead machine was heavily damaged. Three TAIC recommendations to KiwiRail: verify track status, improve authorisation processes, and ensure safe staffing levels for safety-critical roles.
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