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Read our special 'online' Vector stories here. Some are unique to the website, and some have featured in print issues of Vector.

Note: This archive dates back to 2015. So, the advice in some of the earlier articles may have changed.

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When the middle ground is not the safe place to be

A CAA investigation into a March 2025 fatal accident has highlighted the critical need to position safely, before trying to turn in a valley.

Posted 5 months ago

This page shows major flying events, known at the time of publishing, between mid-December 2025 and March 2026.

Posted 5 months ago

A talented and passionate aviator built a life-size 737 simulator in his garage. It was used by airline pilots.

Posted 7 months ago

Unmanned aircraft crews now have a dedicated bit of New Zealand airspace in which to test their cutting-edge aircraft.

Posted 7 months ago

From the CAA’s Investigations team. Collaborate with other PCBUs at the same worksite Photo: iStock.

Posted 7 months ago

Keeping instructors is a major challenge for training organisations. But with good planning and the right attitude, they have a better chance.

Posted 7 months ago

From the CAA’s Investigations team.

Posted 7 months ago

An itinerant pilot learned the hard way that checking the AIP at an unfamiliar aerodrome could be a lifesaver.

Posted 7 months ago

In a few months, major aerodromes around the country will align their METAR and TAF reporting procedures with international standards.

I learned about distraction in IMC from this. A few years ago, a Cessna I jointly owned was sold, and I bought a Cirrus G2 2004 to replace it.

Posted 8 months ago