Alleged altercation involving two Air NZ pilots at San Francisco hotel reported to CAA

Tom RoseJournalist·NZ Herald·20 Sep, 2026 11:57 PM3 mins to read‌At least two scheduled return flights from San Francisco to Auckland were cancelled as a result of the alleged altercation. Photo / Marty MelvilleAt least two scheduled return flights from San Francisco to Auckland were cancelled as a result of the alleged altercation. Photo / Marty MelvilleThe Civil Aviation Authority says it is aware of a reported incident involving two Air New Zealand pilots in the United States. A former Air NZ pilot, speaking on condition of anonymity, said he had heard about an alleged altercation from several pilots currently employed by the airline. Word of