Papa Rererangi

Airfield

The Rangiora Airfield is owned and operated by the Waimakariri District Council with the assistance of the Rangiora Airfield Advisory Group.

Location

Rangiora Airfield (NZRT) is situated 3NM WNW of Rangiora township on Merton Road, and has three grass strips.

The Rangiora Airfield is owned and operated by the Waimakariri District Council with the assistance of the Rangiora Airfield Advisory Group.

Fuel

Jet A1 and Avgas 100 are available with Swipecard.

Casual Users

Landing charges are $10.00 per day.

Runway Lighting

None of the runways have lighting.

Airfield Health and Safety

The policies and procedures required for the safe and effective management of the Aerodrome is outlined in the Rangiora Airfield Safety Manual.

Airfield Updates

If you're an airfield user and would like to receive updates and information via email, please complete our Airfield Contact Form.

Runway Safety

Runway safety is everyone's responsibility. We ask all users to help us to minimise runway incursions by keeping pedestrians away from the operational areas, particularly the runways, and to keep dogs on leads at all times.

Hangars at Rangiora Airfield

Currently there are approximately 90 hangars at the airfield. All hangars are privately owned and built on land leased from the Council.

Not all hangars are suitable for helicopters - please check with the Council by emailing office@wmk.govt.nz

Remotely Controlled Aircraft (Drones)

Remote controlled aircraft to be flown within 11 of our District's larger parks, subject to conditions. Remote controlled aircraft however are not allowed to be flown at the Rangiora Airfield. Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) Operations Agreement Form – Rangiora Area.

Last reviewed date: 10 Jan 2024