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An Air New Zealand jet bound for Los Angeles with 365 people on board was forced to return to Auckland last night.
An Air NZ spokeswoman said the pilots returned after seeing a warning indication light illuminate on the flight deck.
The plane, which took off at 7.30pm, returned to Auckland 90 minutes later.
"Following standard procedure a local standby was declared. The aircraft landed without incident," she said.
"Engineers are currently inspecting the aircraft."
Radio New Zealand said the plane crew had reported a hydraulic problem. It said the plane dumped fuel on the way back to Auckland.
David Duignan, who was on the flight, told Radio New Zealand passengers applauded when the plane landed safely.
- NZPA
