Pilot died after propeller fell off home-built plane during flight
He had installed a new propeller two hours before the accident.
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The plane was hit by lightning 20 minutes after takeoff and returned to NZ.
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Nicholas Wallis, Scott Theobald and Paul Hondelink were killed in the crash in 2018.
Portugal flight grounded after 132 animals break free during flight
Ground crew had to catch every creature before the plane could depart.
Kiwi pilot in fatal helicopter crash was drunk, motivation still unclear - report
The crash investigation doesn't say why the NZ pilot was flying in the first place.
Air New Zealand flight diverts midair, makes emergency landing in Nelson
The air conditioning on the plane had a fault, forcing the crew to divert.
'Terrible miscalculation': Expert's devastating theory on turbulence tragedy
Passengers were reported dead, paralysed and severely injured during the flight.
Intoxicated passenger on Jetstar flight fined, ordered to pay airline for fuel
The 33-year-old Australian owes an airline A$5800 for fuel.
'Mayday': Aviation expert says burst oil seal may have sparked engine fire emergency
Irene King said such faults were not common, because of rigorous maintenance checks.
Watch: Engine fire sparks emergency landing, passengers jump from doors
Fire and Emergency were advised of the ATR aircraft's engine fire.
Will airports implement a two-limit drink policy to curb unruly behaviour?
Ryanair's CEO blames alcohol for increased in-flight chaos.
Watch: 'More people will die' - CAA whistleblowers warn of more aviation accidents in NZ
Staff have also accused senior leaders of bullying and intimidation.
What caused a plane to fall from the sky in Brazil?
New York Times: Using videos and other clues, aviation experts have formed theories.
'Fell out of the sky': Nearby resident tells of moment plane crashes in Brazil, killing 61
Video shows plane spinning out of control before crash.
Family members demand answers after fiery Nepal plane crash kills 18 people
Small jet went down during take-off at an airport in Kathmandu.
Bizarre in-flight explosions have injured 20 flight attendants in the US
How is something so small causing such a big problem?
Mum of young Kiwi pilot killed in plane crash in Australian Outback recalls son’s dream
The former Auckland man kept his watch set to NZ time so he knew when to ring home to mum.
Young Kiwi pilot killed in plane crash in Australian Outback
Adam Snell was only 22 when his Cessna plane crashed into a paddock.
Watch: Polish pilot killed in horrific crash during airshow rehearsal
Major Robert 'Killer' Jel died after his aircraft crashed during a preparation flight.
Air NZ flight turns back to Auckland shortly after departure due to 'technical issue'
Air New Zealand said there is no safety risk to passengers on board.
'Like in the movies': Engine fault forces Hong Kong-bound Air NZ flight to turn back
A spokeswoman for Air New Zealand confirmed the pilots jettisoned fuel.
Are airliners safe right now? Here’s what the experts say
New York Times: Several alarming flight incidents have made headlines in recent weeks.
Bird strike: What happens when a plane collides with a bird?
Defending planes against running into birds is vitally important.
Nerves on edge as stranded flyers prepare to depart Queenstown - again
A duck being sucked into the aircraft is suspected to have caused an engine fire.
Malawi plane wreckage found, all passengers dead
The country's Vice President Saulos Chilima and nine other people died in the crash.
Deadly Singapore Airlines flight passengers offered compensation up to $40,000
The airline will provide a full refund of passenger air fares, regardless of injuries.
'Cynical': Passengers fume at Jetstar's ’low speed‘ claim after tarmac emergency
A counselling service has been set up for passengers on the affected flight.
Laser pointed at police helicopter as Mongrel Mob boss to be interred with his Harley
The culprit was identified and given a formal warning by police.
Hydraulic system failure causes Jetstar plane to swerve off runway
The Transport Accident Investigation Commission is investigating the incident.
Bird strike delays Air New Zealand flight
Passengers had to disembark and the plane was returned to the gate for inspection.
'Swerved wildly': Plane veers off runway at Christchurch Airport
Investigations begin into likely steering issue after landing.
One Kiwi remains in hospital nearly a week after fatal Singapore Airlines flight
Flight SQ321 plunged approximately 1800m after encountering clear air turbulence.
Singapore Airlines turbulence: Two Kiwis remain in Bangkok hospital
MFAT says it is "following up" with the injured.
Letters: Public paying for mental health failures; wake-up call for flyers
OPINION: 'Our safety and peace of mind is compromised.'