Articles tagged with Rnzaf
New Zealand Expands RNZAF Ohakea as 24/7 Alternate Runway for Wide-Body Aircraft
1 month ago | 286 viewsNew Zealand will enhance its international aviation resilience by enabling RNZAF Base Ohakea to operate as a 24/7 alternate runway for wide-body aircraft, supported by government funding for round-the-clock air traffic control. This upgrade, part of the Aviation Action Plan, improves flight viability by allowing aircraft to carry less fuel and operate at full capacity, benefiting tourism, exports, and regional economies. Additionally, the government and industry have collaborated on multiple initiatives to address workforce challenges, infrastructure needs, and sustainable aviation, signaling a strong commitment to future-proofing the sector.
Tags: James Meager Airways New Zealand RNZAF Base Ohakea Aviation Council Associate Transport Minister Aviation Action Plan International Civil Aviation Organization New Zealand Government Aviation sector Advanced aviationRNZAF Base Ohakea to Support 24/7 Wide Body Aircraft Landings Boosting NZ Aviation
1 month ago | 293 viewsNew Zealand is enhancing its international aviation resilience by funding 24/7 air traffic control at RNZAF Base Ohakea, allowing it to serve as an alternate runway for wide-body aircraft overnight, which improves flight viability and benefits tourism and regional economies. This initiative completes a key action of the Aviation Action Plan, which includes 25 measures to grow and future-proof the sector, with significant progress made through government and industry collaboration. Additional efforts include supporting regional routes, updating pilot training, promoting sustainable aviation, and addressing workforce and infrastructure needs to reduce barriers and foster long-term growth.
Tags: James Meager RNZAF Base Ohakea Airways New Zealand Aviation Council Associate Transport Minister Aviation Action Plan International Civil Aviation Organization New Zealand government Aviation sector Air traffic controlMinister Judith Collins Unveils RNZAF No. 5 Squadron Headquarters at Ohakea with State-of-the-Art Infrastructure
7 months ago | 762 viewsMinister of Defence Judith Collins inaugurated the new headquarters of the Royal New Zealand Air Force’s No. 5 Squadron at Ohakea, housing four P-8A Poseidon aircraft. The facility, named Te Whare Toroa - The Home of the Albatross, offers modern infrastructure to support maritime surveillance, resource protection, and disaster response efforts. The project aligns with the Government's commitment to enhance Defence capabilities, with planned investments of $12 billion over the next four years and a focus on generating employment opportunities in regional economies.
Tags: Minister of Defence Judith Collins Royal New Zealand Air Force No. 5 Squadron Te Whare Toroa Albatross RNZAF Defence personnel Defence Capability Plan New ZealandNew Zealand Air Force Reactivates No. 62 Squadron for Space Security Mission
9 months ago | 2165 viewsThe Royal New Zealand Air Force has established its first dedicated space unit with the reactivation of the No. 62 Squadron today, Defence Minister Judith Collins says. “This reflects our commitment to protecting New Zealand’s interests and security in the rapidly evolving space domain,” Ms Collins says.
Tags: Royal New Zealand Air Force space unit No. 62 Squadron Defence Minister Judith Collins space security RNZAF Base Auckland World War II radar technology space domain awareness New Zealand Defence Force