How long are C-130 aircraft scheduled to be in the Gulf region during the Iran w… | Question 8545 (2026)

Answered Question 8545 (2026)

Question published: 13 March 2026
Reply lodged: 23 March 2026

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Asked by

Phil Twyford

Member for Te Atatū · Labour Party

Question

How long are C-130 aircraft scheduled to be in the Gulf region during the Iran war?

Answered by

Hon Judith Collins

Member for Papakura · National Party · Minister of Defence

Answer

As consular demand in the region has diminished with the increase in commercial flight availability, the two aircraft deployed are returning to New Zealand.