News 2024

Freight wagons lie in their sides, beside tracks deformed by flood washout

Rail TAIC report - train derailment in foul weather

Freight train derailed after floodwater washed out track ballast. TAIC issues 3 recommendations to KiwiRail to resolve safety issues with foul weather responsiveness and staff training, knowledge of risks/hazards re waterways next to railways.

Side view of the MD500 helicopter stationary on the ground

Aviation Report on MD500 helicopter crash, Wanaka, October 2018

Final report on fatal helicopter accident near Wānaka shines light on dangers of helicopter doors opening in flight. Safety issues: reporting door openings, securing of cargo, maintenance instructions, clarity of rules & regulations

The incident aircraft, a Airbus A320 passenger jet viewed at low altitude from below with its landing gear down

Aviation TAIC investigating A320 runway excursion, Christchurch

The aircraft experienced a steering issue upon landing, causing it to veer off the runway -- a runway excursion. The aircraft was subsequently towed to the terminal. nobody hurt. TAIC keen to hear from people with video footage.

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TAIC publishes Watchlist 2024

Safety alerts for workers in the rail corridor, for owners and operators of trains and heavy vehicles at level crossings, and for recreational boaties are all new in the Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) Watchlist 2024.

Aviation TAIC assisting Chile investigation into LATAM flight LA800 accident

The accident involving LATAM flight LA800 occurred in international airspace. TAIC is assisting DGAC Chile.