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CAA Grounds New Zealand Pilot Academy Over Safety Concerns

5/25/2025

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The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has taken the significant step of grounding planes from the New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy at Whanganui Airport, citing urgent safety concerns. This academy, which trains aspiring pilots from around the globe, now faces uncertainty as the CAA conducts a thorough review to decide the next steps.

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The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has taken the significant step of grounding planes from the New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy at Whanganui Airport, citing urgent safety concerns. This academy, which trains aspiring pilots from around the globe, now faces uncertainty as the CAA conducts a thorough review to decide the next steps.