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Are New Zealand C-130 aircraft deployed to the Gulf during the United States war against Iran authorised to to be used support of other countries’ militaries, such as Australia?

Answered Question 8549 (2026)
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Phil Twyford

Member for Te Atatū · Labour Party

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  • Are New Zealand C-130 aircraft deployed to the Gulf during the United States war against Iran authorised to to be used support of other countries’ militaries, such as Australia?

Answered by

Hon Judith Collins

Member for Papakura · National Party · Minister of Defence

Answer

New Zealand considered the use of the C-130J aircraft on a case-by-case basis, if partners request assistance with consular operations.