Air New Zealand canceled a Boeing 787 flight scheduled from San Francisco to Auckland after an alleged physical altercation between pilots during a layover in San Francisco left the airline without an available crew. Simple Flying reported on September 22, 2026 that the cancellation resulted directly from the crew shortage caused by the incident.
The report's headline states that Air New Zealand pilots allegedly fought during a San Francisco layover, forcing the 787 flight's cancellation. Specific details, the identities of the pilots involved, and any disciplinary action remain under investigation. Air New Zealand has not yet issued an official statement.
