MET changes In a few months, major aerodromes around the country will align their METAR and TAF reporting procedures with international standards. Read more about 'MET changes'... Posted in Weather, Aerodromes, Posted 3 months ago
What could go wrong? I learned about distraction in IMC from this. A few years ago, a Cessna I jointly owned was sold, and I bought a Cirrus G2 2004 to replace it. Read more about 'What could go wrong?'... Posted in Pilot performance flying practice and professionalism, When things go wrong, Posted 3 months ago
RACAs - New Zealand’s frontline defenders against threats to aviation How do regulated air cargo agents remain vigilant against the constantly evolving menace to New Zealand’s aviation industry? Read more about 'RACAs - New Zealand’s frontline defenders against threats to aviation'... Posted in Carriage of goods, Posted 3 months ago
Bird strike risk at Kaikōura this summer A pilot who’s dedicated many years protecting an endangered species of native sea bird, says they’re a massive bird strike risk during the summer months. Read more about 'Bird strike risk at Kaikōura this summer'... Posted 3 months ago
Drug and alcohol management plans – the first are due within weeks Date published: 5 September 2025 The first batch of ‘DAMPs’ need to be with the CAA for approval by the end of the business day, 30 September 2025. Who? Read more about 'Drug and alcohol management plans – the first are due within weeks'... Posted in General safety, Reporting, Posted 4 months ago
Automatic NOTAMs for drones at aerodromes As more drones populate New Zealand skies, for everyone’s safety, applying for a NOTAM has been made simpler. Read more about 'Automatic NOTAMs for drones at aerodromes'... Posted in Drones and model aircraft, Aerodromes, Posted 4 months ago
Training in marginal weather A student pilot describes his first flight in windy weather with patchy rain. What does he learn? Read more about 'Training in marginal weather'... Posted in Pilot performance flying practice and professionalism, Weather, General safety, Posted 5 months ago
Switched on The RCCNZ says a lot happens behind the little red ELT switch, which you may not fully appreciate. Read more about 'Switched on'... Posted in Radiotelephony and communications, Posted 5 months ago
A pilot's best friend or worst enemy? How you implement tech in the cockpit determines its usefulness and safety. Read more about 'A pilot's best friend or worst enemy?'... Posted in Pilot performance flying practice and professionalism, General safety, Posted 5 months ago
Out of the blue A routine flight from Paraparaumu to Tākaka in November 2024 turns into a dramatic sea ditching. Read more about 'Out of the blue'... Posted in Pilot performance flying practice and professionalism, Aircraft owner and aircraft, Weather, When things go wrong, Posted 5 months ago
