Auckland Airport faced multiple flight diversions and delays due to debris on the runway.

Auckland Airport faced multiple flight diversions and delays due to debris on the runway, impacting both domestic and international flights. Passengers experienced being stuck at gates and an unconfirmed claim of an engine explosion. The airport conducted a routine inspection, leading to a temporary runway closure and 9 flight departures delayed, 3 aircraft diverted, and 3 held in a holding pattern. No injuries were reported, and the situation has since been resolved.