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Helping transport become safer is the central focus of every Commission inquiry. Here you can find details of every investigation we have opened, inquiry reports, and links to recommendations made.

MO-2025-202

A blue jet boat speeds through a narrow, turquoise river surrounded by rocky cliffs and rugged terrain. The boat leaves a white water trail as it navigates the clear, shallow waters, carrying passengers who are tightly seated and facing forward. The scene is captured from above, showcasing the contrast between the vibrant water and the gray stone landscape.

File photo of a commercial jet boat in Skippers Canyon (photo is not of incident)

Jet boat Discovery, Skippers Canyon, Queenstown, 25 February 2025

Status

Current

Occurrence Date

25 Feb 2025

Jurisdiction

The Commission is investigating an incident involving a commercial jet boat in Skippers Canyon near Queenstown on 25 February 2025. The reported circumstances were that the jet boat collided with a rock face at speed. Eleven passengers were on board. Four people were reported injured and were evacuated by helicopter to Dunedin Hospital. The remaining seven passengers were transported to Queenstown Hospital for assessment.