Wellington Airport fire which cased flight disruption started in a 'difficult location', CEO says (opens original article in a new tab)

A fire at Wellington Airport caused flight disruptions and an evacuation, with the blaze starting in a hard-to-reach area inside a wall cavity. Some passengers reported disorganization during the evacuation, while airlines rebooked affected travelers.

• Fire broke out in a difficult location at Wellington Airport's domestic departures area
• Evacuation was reported as disorganized with some confusion among passengers
• Flights were disrupted for four hours with 14 flights affected