Strong cross winds prevented a flight from Auckland to Rarotonga from landing, meaning it had to return to Auckland. An Air New Zealand flight has had to return to Auckland from Rarotonga in the Cook Islands because of strong winds. The flight, NZ942, from Auckland to Rarotonga was due to land back in Auckland at 7.45pm on Saturday evening. Email newstips@stuff.co.nzStrong cross winds in Rarotonga meant the flight was unable to land this afternoon, Air New Zealand confirmed. READ MORE:* Air New Zealand flight from Auckland to Tauranga cancelled due to bird strike* Air NZ flight from Auckland to Wellington delayed after bird gets stuck in cockpit* Air New Zealand flight struck by lightning, dumps fuel, returns to Auckland* Stranded Kiwi fliers spend cold night outside airport after Virgin flight turns back to RarotongaAir New Zealand said affected customers would be accommodated on alternative services on Sunday and Monday.

Source: Stuff June 26, 2021 06:56 UTC