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Kaikoura (NZKI)

Coastal aerodrome famous for whale watching and the Seaward Kaikoura Range.

Overview

Kaikoura is a small coastal aerodrome on the east coast of the South Island, nestled between the Seaward Kaikoura Range and the Pacific Ocean. It is renowned for marine wildlife and dramatic mountain scenery.

Kaikoura

Runways

Designator Length Surface Notes
05/23 614 m Grass  

Frequencies

Service Frequency Notes
MBZ 124.9 Kaikoura MBZ

Elevation

19 ft AMSL.

Local Procedures

  • Left-hand circuits only.
  • Overhead join advised.
  • Whale-watch MOU: Private pilots must be briefed by Wings Over Whales or Air Kaikōura Aero Club.

Hazards

  • Sea breeze.
  • Mountain wave off the Seawards.
  • Visual 23: From the north-east, off the sea.

Nearby Airfields

For flight simulation use only. Always check weather, minimum altitudes and your aircraft limits before flying these routes.

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