Reserve aircraft flew to Manila amid reliability concerns after ex-leaders Ardern and Key suffered breakdowns
The New Zealand defence force plane ferrying the country’s prime minister to China this week has been judged so unreliable that a backup plane flew in reserve, prompting criticism of Chris Hipkins by the opposition.
The use of a backup plane follows previous mishaps involving aircraft carrying New Zealand leaders.
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