GAP - Airspace

New Zealand airspace [PDF 2.4 MB]

It’s crucial to aviation safety that pilots, including drone operators, have a sound knowledge of airspace. This booklet explains the different classes of airspace, visual navigation charts, and the available air traffic services.
Revised January 2023

In, out and around Auckland [PDF 2.3 MB]

Auckland has some of the most complex airspace in the country. This revised booklet features 10 aerodromes, from Waiheke Island to Mercer.
Revised April 2023

In, out and around Christchurch [PDF 2.4 MB]

Canterbury is a busy and complex piece of airspace. This booklet brings pilots up-to-date with airspace requirements, and visual reporting points.
Revised November 2023

In, out and around Manawatu [PDF 1.7 MB]

This booklet gives pilots information, tips and warnings about operating in and around Manawatu - one of the country’s busiest and most complex pieces of airspace.
Revised January 2017

In, out and around Milford [PDF 1.5 MB]

Milford aerodrome and its surrounds present special challenges for pilots. This booklet provides a starting point for preflight considerations, including advice about weather and traffic. A full briefing is essential, but a check flight with an experienced Milford instructor is best.
Revised April 2019

In, out and around Mount Cook [PDF 3.6 MB]

While a unique and picturesque experience, flying in the Mount Cook area requires keen situational awareness. In, Out and Around Mount Cook provides a good overview of the weather and expected flight conditions in this area, as well as some mountain flying techniques.
Revised October 2011

In, out and around Queenstown [PDF 989 KB]

Flying in and out of this popular area presents some unique challenges: mountainous terrain, complex and busy airspace, and ‘character-building’ weather. This booklet contains advice on planning your flight around this remarkable area.
Revised May 2017