KiwiFlyerTM The Aviators’ Marketplace Issue 13 October / November 2010

$ 5.90 inc GST ISSN 1170-8018 2010 KiwiFlyer Guide to Flight Training Aeronet Aviation Management Software Ten Steps to Becoming an Airline Pilot Products, Services, Accessories, Business News, Events, Training and more. KiwiFlyer The New Zealand Aviators’ Marketplace Comment and Contents

From the Editor In this issue

4. Aeronet simplifies aviation management WELCOME to Issue 13 of KiwiFlyer which features our 2010 Guide to Flight Training in New Zealand. This year, the Guide The latest release of Aeronet software not only profiles a wide range of Training Providers, we also have includes several new cost saving modules. editorial content to appeal to both prospective and seasoned pilots. 9. Mail Order Insurance Policies Mark Woodhouse has written a comprehensive article on Ten Bill Beard from Avsure discusses some of Steps to Becoming an Airline Pilot. As an A-Cat Examiner and the risks with foreign mail order insurance. Second Officer on the Boeing 777 with , Mark’s advice to those considering an airline career is well worth following. 10. Aviation Photography Keeping with the number 10, Ruth Presland and Wayne Allanson Chris Gee explains some of the advanced have contributed an article offering Ten Tips for Safe Mountain camera settings that help get great pictures. Flying in New Zealand. Based at , Ruth and Wayne are well 15. Fieldair’s Light Aircraft Division P2008 experienced in New Zealand mountain aviation. There’s plenty of knowledge behind this article for new or experienced mountain We profile the Light Aircraft Division at flyers to take on board. Fieldair Engineering in Palmerston North.

16. Places to Go: Training Provider profiles included in this issue extend from one Ruth Presland visits Hastings Aerodrome. end of the country to the other and cover training from ab-initio microlight flight, to multi engine instrument ratings, along 17. The Reno Air Races with most things in between. Aviation education options in New Frank Parker attended the Reno Air Zealand now extend far beyond just learning to fly and we also Races this year and writes of some very have an article on Doctorate level aviation research opportunities memorable experiences. at Massey University. We’ll be distributing an extra 1000 copies of this issue to Careers Officers at all NZ Secondary Schools, though 21. In the Stores at Aeromotive the Guide is not just focused on aviation careers. There’s much for We profile the purchasing and supply The Complete Flying School Package existing pilots to consider in regard to skills currency, consolidation departments at Aeromotive in Hamilton. and diversification – and having fun. Summer might be just the 22. 2010 Guide to Flight Training from ab-initio to multi engine IFR time to finally get that tail dragger rating, go gliding, start your 17 pages of Provider Profiles and Flight instrument rating, or get adventurous and try an introductory flight Training Advice for all aviators starts here. including full moving flight simulator in an autogyro. 28. Your Path to an Airline Cockpit Our Guest Comment also has a training theme. Contributed by our Mark Woodhouse outlines ten steps to Aviation Training Organisation, the ATTTO, the article speaks to consider on the way to an airline career. the threat of training funding withdrawal by the Government. It outlines the significant industry and agency cooperation taking place 34. Ten Tips for Safe Mountain Flying to produce a road map forward, in order to meet a requirement to Some very valuable advice from a pair of respond to the Tertiary Education Commission and Government mountain flying experts. by March 2011. 41. NZTE: North American Opportunities Rod McDonald from NZTE discusses Regular contributors also offer our normal cross section of opportunities for the NZ aviation industry. content. Frank Parker writes of his trip to the Reno Air Races, Ruth Presland visits Hastings Aerodrome, Chris Gee continues his new 45. Gliding: Trial Flight to First Lessons photography series, and Janice Angus writes of flying lawnmowers. Jill McCaw writes about gliding first steps. Something for everyone, hopefully. We welcome your comment on any of the contents of KiwiFlyer. Contributions are always 46. The new Calidus Autogyro welcome too, though it may be useful to check with us first – and Local distributor and gyro instructor Tony P2006T please do note that we can’t publish anonymous material. Unwin profiles his latest aircraft offering. 48. Novelty Model Aircraft With Christmas fast approaching, it’s time to update the wish list. Janice Angus on flying lawnmowers and the I’ve spent part of the last weekend watching the newly refreshed rich variety of model aircraft now available. DH-112 Venom race around the circuit at Ardmore. Now there’s a recreational aircraft to wish for. Congratulations are due to the 6. Industry News Briefs owners for bringing this aircraft back to the sky and delighting the 9. Accidents and Incidents many people who have already turned out to see it. 42. Event Guide 50. ZK Review 53. Classified Advertising Enjoy your flying. 54. Guest Comment: Training Funding Call Tecnam on 09 298 9144 or 021 832 626

Or email us on [email protected] www.tecnam.co.nz Michael Norton Front Cover: At the front of a B737-300 on approach to Queenstown. Editor, KiwiFlyer Magazine Photograph by Michael Norton. Thanks to AirNZ.

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Aeronet Software simplifies aviation management module includes a range of logbook template options and allows uploading of documents and AD information for attachment to AERONET is an online aviation keeping for all flights from ATO through inspections. Connection to Google maintenance records. Importation from Google spreadsheets makes management software package that to Part 137. This includes a dashboard view calendars enables email warnings and even data entry very straightforward. provides extensive capability for which provides multiple flight monitoring text alerts. Extending the maintenance system to a fully compliant Part meeting the information and paperwork for flight following and a single work flow Client Management and Reporting 145 system is easy by adding Parts Ordering, Inventory Batching, requirements of aviation organisations in approach simplifies the data process for functions provide the facility to fully Inwards Goods, TD’s and Form 1 modules. New Zealand. Already perceived by some each flight from creation to invoicing. CAA track accounting and other information Maintenance Job modules provide a full job cost system for parts of its Australasian users as a competitive aircraft statistics reports are easily generated on clients and suppliers. Clients can be and labour through to an invoice, all tracked against the aircraft. advantage not to be shared, this now for both ATO and Part 137 operations. linked to jobs in a matter of clicks and mature product has been significantly An integrated C of G calculator flight or maintenance details can be swiftly Student Training A recently added function of Aeronet is the Student Training Left: An integrated C of Module. A complete student curriculum can be entered and training G calculator ensures fast, information tracked against individual students. Course plans can accurate calculations and produces dynamic load be customised for each student and overall status of students sheets for each leg of a monitored very easily. Student payments and deductions for planned flight. completed flights can be recorded and the module provides for the output of a complete flight history for all student records.

Existing Installations and New Development Aeronet is a well tested and robust product which has been implemented at more than a dozen aviation organisations in New Zealand and Australia. It can be set up as a hosted, standalone or ‘cloud’ configuration and is under continual improvement as new customer or regulatory needs arise. Developer Aaron Shipman says that the modular nature of the software makes it very easy to configure customised solutions for clients who only have to pay for the parts of the software they wish to use. This also means that it can be very practical to extend the software capabilities as required and Aaron welcomes suggestions for future capability or new modules beyond the current suite of applications.

Right: One of the recent additions to Aeronet is a Student Training module offering For more information customised course tracking, payment monitoring and flight history record keeping. Utilising software to streamline systems and eliminate mundane paperwork requirements is the way of the future, with Aaron extended during the last 12 months. likening the uptake of aviation management software to the Aeronet makes light work of transition years ago from passbook to internet banking. For more ATO, CTO, or Part 137 paperwork, information contact Aaron Shipman at Module Software, phone 09 simultaneously taking care of CAA 377 6309, email: [email protected] or visit www.module.net.nz requirements while eliminating the frequent duplication of information required daily for each aviation event. Management audits are greatly simplified, especially of remote bases since all data is dynamic and available via internet interfaces. The software is a collection of modules that are fully compliant with aviation regulations and which can easily be tailored Above: Maintenance Tracking includes alerts, easy data upload and record keeping, and can be into customised solutions for the smallest extended to be fully Part 145 compliant. Job costing and invoicing are also integrated and tracked. aircraft operation through to large aircraft service and manufacturing companies. produces dynamic load sheets for each leg pulled through to jobs. MYOB integration It is scalable and very affordable, with of the flight ensuring weight and balance is strong, with all accounting records maintenance packages available from just calculations are fast and accurate. including journals able to be imported into $10+gst per aircraft per month. A module for Flight and Duty tracking MYOB with the push of a button. Modules are grouped under three keeps watch on pilot flight and duty times, banners of Operations, Maintenance and history and aircraft flown, with automated Maintenance Training. over limit and rest day monitoring Maintenance Tracking modules can providing warnings when required. be set up for any aircraft type and makes Operations Due date control allows for tracking of tracking fleet maintenance requirements A Flight Control module offers any item or person that has a due date – easy. Fleet status can be monitored with complete flight planning and CAA record from next medicals through to equipment warning parameters set as required. The

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Industry News Briefs so with owners the Lockie family having route which slowed the trip a little. After New Light Speed headset available supporting the wings and many other a software background (they developed a trouble free flight, land fall was made at elements that will ensure the aeroplane is KiwiFlyer welcomes items of news from companies it’s for recreation or professional flying pharmacy software used in some 3000 Norfolk for a comfortable overnight stop. preserved. for this section of the magazine. Send us up to 150 purposes,” he says. pharmacies around the world), the obvious The next day saw Noel heading on The most crucial first part of the words and a picture about newsworthy developments Following the high level of interest thing to do was ‘roll their own’. FlyBook is to Australia in the PiperSport and Jack conservation project is to erect a roof over in your business for inclusion in the next issue. in the program and the strong support the result of their efforts. heading back to New Zealand. The trip for the plane to ensure the aircraft does not from Gateway Coordinators, ATTTO and On the web, it is not much harder to Jack up to Norfolk and back had always suffer any further weather damage and Aviation Gateway students take flight Canterbury Aero Club hope to expand the provide many separate systems than just been on the ‘to do’ list and this delivery preservation work can get underway. Canterbury Aero Club played host number of student places and activities on one, so they have made FlyBook available flight had provided a perfect opportunity. This 2-3 year long conservation project to 14 Aviation Gateway students in offer by next year. at no charge for any aviation organisation. Noel’s head wind continued on route needs financial help in order to progress. May as part of a new initiative aimed at “Our intention is to make this kind of The software is ideal for Clubs, Syndicates, to Lord Howe Island where he cleared An initial seeding fund of $25,000 from the providing students with practical aviation experience available to as many suitable Flying Schools, or anyone who needs to Australian Customs and topped up with NZ National Fieldays Society was joined by workplace experience. As part of the work Aviation Gateway students as possible. I know if an aircraft or instructor is available fuel at about the same time that Jack was $36,000 from the Lottery Grants Funding experience, Aviation Gateway students am very grateful to all those involved so far - and then book them at a time to suit. clearing NZ Customs back at Kerikeri and a generous $17,000 gift from the James attend Canterbury Aero Club each Monday who have contributed time and energy into again. Lightspeed Aviation, known especially family. afternoon for eight to ten weeks. (Pictured making this concept a success,” says Allan, With the weather forecast to deteriorate, for their Zulu ANR Bluetooth headsets, For further information contact: John is Leon Faigan from Papanui High School who plans to approach other aero clubs the PiperSport departed Lord Howe as have released a new mid-price design Gallagher, DC-3 Trust Chairman, Phone: in front of a Piper Tomahawk.) During this in the to establish if they are soon as possible for Aerosport’s Australian named the Sierra. This new model includes 07 838 9820, Email: [email protected] time they have the opportunity to prepare interested in offering a similar concept. base at Gatton in Queensland. Between the Bluetooth connectivity, active noise For more information please contact head wind and dodging of rain showers, reduction, wired auxiliary audio input, auto Redbird Simulator Research for Allan Moulai on 027 282 5115 or email Noel clocked up a 9.5 flying hour day MusicMute, and microphone reversibility. analogue versus glass cockpit training [email protected] and earned a well deserved overnight The headset weighs in at just 16 ounces. rest at Gatton Air Park. The next day he “We are confident that Sierra will be the APA receives approval as a continued on in the morning for a final 2 answer for many of our loyal customers, as Rolls-Royce M250 AMROC hour hop up to Bundaberg where Paul was well as others in the market that have been Asia Pacific Aerospace has been eagerly awaiting the delivery of the much waiting for a better alternative to what is appointed as a Rolls-Royce Authorised anticipated PiperSport. After a few days currently available at the mid-price level,” Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Center Eventually there will be a ‘Premium’ of Australian hospitality Noel returned says Lightspeed’s Alan Schrader. (AMROC) for the Rolls-Royce M250 series version available at moderate cost, but the to New Zealand in a passenger seat of a NZ Distributor for Lightspeed, Phil engines. The approval was signed by the intention is to keep the standard version commercial airliner. Jones of Special FX Supplies Ltd has the an aircraft for flight; manage the washing, Rolls-Royce M250 FIRST network Manager available long term at no cost, other than The trip was monitored all the by many Sierra listed at NZ$1099.40 including GST. ground-handling and refuelling of an Mark Thompson at the annual M250 some small adverts (and no dancing girls, friends at their computers watching the Phone 0800 116 741, email: phil@specialfx. aircraft; fly an instrument simulator; visit FIRST network conference in Dallas, Texas flashing lights or annoying junk either.) progress thanks to spidertracks being co.nz or visit www.specialfx.co.nz for more the new control tower and radar training on 5th October. To view the software, visit http:// installed before departure. Paul’s new information. centre; participate in lectures on learning Steve Mason, APA Chief Executive flybook.co.nz and go into the ‘demo’ to PiperSport is now fully booked for flight A Redbird full motion Flight Simulator to fly; visit Air New Zealand maintenance Officer, said that “the signing will allow have a play. If it suits you, click on ‘set up training with current and new students. Mystery Creek DC-3 to be preserved has been purchased by Swinburne facility and crash fire services; and complete the growth of the company and provide permanent system’ and you’re away. A conservation project is being launched University of Technology in Melbourne. the first three flights of their Private improved support for Rolls-Royce M250 At this stage the developers need to preserve the DC-3 located in the The University plans to initially use the Pilots License (PPL). They also receive series engine operators of APA within suggestions from early stage users Agricultural Heritage Museum at Mystery simulator for research on crew ergonomics. membership to the Canterbury Aero Club the Australian and Asia Pacific regions” for improvement. Potential users are Creek Events Centre, near Hamilton. One of the advantages of the Redbird and a pilot’s logbook to record their flights. adding that “this will enable APA to encouraged to try out the software and Aviation legend Ossie James gifted the offering is the ease with which instrument The program was initiated by ATTTO continue providing M250 engine repair and send feedback to the Lockies on aspects of historic aircraft to the museum in 1974. panels can be interchanged. Swinburne Education Relationship Coordinator (South maintenance support in the region as well the program they particularly like or dislike, Ossie championed innovation in the University has purchased three panels Island) Allan Moulai, in collaboration as allowing us to conduct specialised major and on any further ideas for improvement. farming sector, being the first to convert to simulate a single glass cockpit, twin with Canterbury Aero Club Chief Flying and critical component repairs.” a Tiger Moth into a top dresser, later analogue cockpit and a twin glass cockpit. Instructor (CFI) Jay Peters. APA provides a full range of aviation Trans Tasman delivery flight for followed by the DC-3 which could carry 5 The latter two will be used for ergonomics “Some of the students have aspirations and non-aviation machining, welding and new PiperSport LSA tons of fertiliser. This aircraft completed research whereby volunteers with little to become commercial pilots, some want to thermal spraying as well as the repair, Experienced Kiwi pilot Noel Bailey Above: Noel and Jack at Te Kowhai before some 9959 hours of topdressing work, or no flight experience will be trained join the RNZAF, and others are interested testing and overhaul of the Rolls-Royce recently flew a new PiperSport ZK-LSA departure. Below: On approach to Norfolk Island. spreading around 100 tons of fertiliser a to fly, with comparisons being made in becoming helicopter pilots,” says Allan. M250 series engine fuel components and from Te Kowhai to Bundaberg in Australia, day. The aeroplane has been on display for between learning in the analogue or glass “The main thing is that we are providing ancillary components. APA has branches delivering the aircraft to Paul Daly at the 36 years at Mystery Creek Events Centre. environments. the chance for them to learn more about located at Moorabbin in Victoria, Hinkler Flying School. The flight was made The DC-3 Trust was created to ensure New Zealand has a Redbird simulator the industry and try it out as a potential Palmerston North in New Zealand and Ubi on behalf of Aerosport Aviation Ltd at that the legacy of Ossie James lives on. The available for training at Ardmore, with career option. We worked closely with Techpark in Singapore. Hamilton, the Australasian PiperSport volunteer group is dedicated to conserving two other sales currently in negotiation. Canterbury Aero Club to develop a series agent. the DC-3 aircraft and are passionate about Marketing has just begun in Australia with of workplace activities that directly relate Free Online Aircraft Booking System Noel had company on the first leg from preserving this New Zealand aviation and strong interest already being shown from a to the aviation environment and learning Parakai Flying School wanted an online New Zealand to Norfolk Island in the farming history. The conservation project variety of aviation organisations. to fly. While the students are very excited booking system so that all their pilots could form of SportCruiser ZK-VCP owned will transform the DC-3 by repairing The Australasian Distributor for Redbird to be involved, it is also a great opportunity see what planes were available, and then and piloted by Jack Schaake. The two damaged skin, inserting a new floor, Simulators is Mike Foster of Executive to expose them to the challenging make their own bookings. aircraft cleared NZ Customs at Kerikeri, upgrading the cockpit, painting the exterior Flight Services. See also the separate requirements of becoming a pilot, whether They couldn’t find what they wanted, encountering a head wind and some rain on original colours, replacing the windows, Redbird article in this issue of KiwiFlyer.

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Aircraft Photography: The Advanced Settings the ‘Exposure Compensation’ control. When your camera meters the light for an image, it does not know the real world conditions IT’S BEEN two months since the last issue of KiwiFlyer and I Contributed by Chris Gee in which the image is being taken, and can easily mis-expose hope in that time you have all read the manuals for your cameras, your image. Using the Exposure Compensation control you can HELISPECS become familiar with how you use the Aperture size, Shutter Speed as the opening of the lens’ iris becomes larger). The camera would quickly tell your camera to under or over-expose the photo. This is and ISO sensitivity to make your exposures and, most of all, have increase the shutter speed to control the amount of light coming important since the amount of light on, or behind, your subject can helicopter maintenance limited been snapping merrily away at anything that flies! into the camera. Conversely, if you were taking photos of an entire change very quickly when photographing aircraft in flight. If the celebrating 30 years of maintaining working In the previous issue we talked about basic equipment and aircraft on the ground in a static display using your wide-angle lens, aircraft has a very light or reflective skin, or the sky is very bright, your camera will see too much light and will under expose the theory, so this time I’ll cover some of the more advanced modes and you wanted the entire aircraft from the nose to the tail to be in HELISPRAY by HELISPECS of operation available on focus, you would employ a image meaning your photo will be too dark. In this case you would the originator of the carbon fibre boom concept your camera (and recap much smaller aperture (ie: want to tell the camera to over-expose the image a fraction. If the briefly on previous notes f/16). The shutter speed body of the aircraft is a dark colour, military green for example, for Robinson R44 for readability as we go). would lower to allow this your camera will over-expose the image because of the amount of l Lightweight, 72kg with 4hp darkness it sees. Here you would pull the exposure back a small Honda l Low mass oscillation One problem is that every to fall within the correct absorbing carbon fibre booms manufacturer goes about exposure. amount to stop the sky from blowing out and becoming white. l All stainless / carbon fibre naming the ‘same’ features When using ‘Shutter This can be quite a chore as the aircraft passes through patches construction means zero corrosion l Fast and simple and modes using different Priority’ mode, you select of bright white cloud and clear blue sky - if you are lucky enough installation and removal creative techno-babble, so the shutter speed you to have any! The way the camera actually achieves the change to l Single boom isolation option I’ll use the terminology of want, and the camera the exposure depends on what mode you are in. If you are in two of the most popular automatically makes up Shutter Priority mode, it will alter the aperture to suit; if you are in for AS350 B2, B3, camera makers, Nikon and the aperture necessary to Aperture Priority mode, it will alter the shutter speed to suit. and Super C Canon and you should find match the exposure. This Exposure compensation is usually controlled by holding down l 1000 litre capacity with room for foaming l Belly some variation of what is a great mode to use a button on your camera while moving the Command Dial, which tank incorporating simple one we discuss here on your for aircraft in flight, and is probably the same dial you used on its own to set the Aperture person installation and removal or Shutter Speed. Presented as “EV +/-“ , the range of adjustment l Forward mounted carbon camera. allows you to quickly set fibre booms l Optional light your shutter speed for the usually goes from +2 to -2 EV. In some cameras you can adjust the weight carbon fibre tank Exposure Modes different types of aircraft, size of each increment, usually as a default it is 1/3rd of an f-stop. l Single boom isolation option l Accurate, pressure operated Let’s expand on the Continuous Shutter Release allows you to capture those fleeting moments that pass in a split depending on whether “How do I know if I am going to under or over expose the contents gauge in pilot’s ‘Exposure Modes’ we talked second… but watch as your memory card fills up and your battery empties! Red Arrows – they are jets, helicopters or image?” I hear you ask. Well, when you look through the viewfinder console l Dump doors open Royal International Air Tattoo 2007: f/8 – 1/800s – ISO 200 – 240mm – Shutter Priority. and close from pilot’s controls about in the last issue. have propellers. Remember of your camera, you will see an Exposure Meter. This is a graphic for fire fighting and partial Aperture Priority mode (A on a Nikon, Av on a Canon) and Shutter that to achieve interesting motion in your images you need to allow that shows you how many EV the camera thinks you are over- or load dumps l Designed by under-exposing the image by. This is a very important item to take Operators for Operators Priority mode (S on Nikon, Tv on a Canon) are the two you will use some movement in the propellers of aircraft, and in the rotors of l Competitively priced the most often. Which one you apply and when will depend on the helicopters. It’s important to remember that your shutter speed notice of, and after a while you will end up seeing it without actually l Buy NZ made situation you are photographing your aircraft in. needs to be faster than your focal length is long. You can happily looking at it. But remember it is not necessarily correct, so it is In ‘Aperture Priority’ mode you select the aperture you want important to view the images you have just taken on your camera shoot a jet with a long lens and high shutter speed since it has no R44 BAGGAGE PODS by HELISPECS and the camera will automatically select the correct shutter speed moving parts, but as you reduce your shutter speed to allow prop every now and again. to make up the exposure. This mode is used when your priority is blur you run the risk of falling under the focal length of your lens. Once you become comfortable with changing your shutter and l 220 litres capacity per pod to control the ‘Depth of Field’ in an image. An example of this aperture settings quickly enough to suit the light, you could start l Light weight - each pod only This is especially a problem with helicopters, whose rotors need a weighs 14kg l 250lb structural could be when taking photos of detailed parts of an aircraft, such comparatively slow shutter speed to achieve a blurred rotor in your to use your camera in Manual Mode. This requires you to keep a load per pod l Vented for as a gun port or an insignia while deliberately keeping the rest of image. Getting a sharp image of the fuselage of a helicopter using a constant eye on your exposure meter and be very busy changing the animal carriage l Removable drain bung for cleaning l the aircraft out of focus. This involves employing a large aperture, long lens and a slow shutter speed can be very difficult! settings to keep your exposure right as the light and your subject Simple 30 second installation such as f4 (remember the ‘f’ value given to the aperture decreases Along with these two modes you will often find the need to use changes. It’s not uncommon to see photographers at air shows or removal l Elegant design pointing their cameras at the grass or a near-neutral grey surface and excellent functionality such as the concrete taxiway. What they are doing is getting their exposure correct against a neutral background and then applying these settings to their subject. 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If you have a very long clearance l Telescoping handle zoom lens and it’s cloudy or early/late in the day, you may find that even at the maximum aperture of your lens you are still not Phone Roger at HELISPECS getting enough light into your camera without your shutter speed on 027 498 2812 to discuss LEFT: Using Aperture priority and a wide aperture allows close-up details of an aircraft to be sharp, while blurring the nearby background. becoming too low and falling under the focal length of your lens. all your helicopter requirements P-40 KittyHawk – Warbirds over Wanaka 2010: f/3.2 – 1/320s – ISO 200 – 70mm – Aperture Priority. This is when you would bring your ISO up to compensate. Many of or email: [email protected] RIGHT: Using Aperture Priority and a narrower aperture allows you to keep more of the Aircraft in focus, but be careful as your shutter speed slows, you still the pro cameras have acceptable High ISO performance, and some need to avoid camera shake. The Red Arrows – Royal International Air Tattoo 2007: f/11 – 1/160 – ISO 200 – 140mm – Aperture Priority.

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can be brought up to as much as 3200 ISO while still making usable extremely accurate and easy to control. There are two types of Auto images. Some of the more expensive cameras will give you the Focus mode: ‘Single’ or ‘Continuous’. Usually there are three letters useful ability to set the maximum ISO your camera will use when next to the switch ‘S’, ‘C’ & ‘M’ for Manual. on Auto-ISO mode. In Single mode, the focus will set once, and will remain constant until the Shutter Release is activated. You can focus on your subject, Metering Modes then move your camera around to compose your shot while the Modern DSLR cameras use the light that is reflected off your focus you set stays the same. This is excellent for stationary targets, The Focus Area Selector is vital subject back into the camera to gauge the exposure, and they are but once your target is moving it’s not much help. This is where for helping you keep the aircraft becoming increasingly good at it. Your camera can never know ‘Continuous’ AF comes into play. While your finger is pressed in focus. Moving this around exactly what you are photographing, however, for example a dark halfway down on the Shutter Release button, the camera will the frame in a hurry to cover airplane against a bright sky will throw the camera off. There are continuously try to focus on the subject. As the aircraft moves the a particular area you want to focus on can take practice. usually three different types of metering modes available to you camera will compensate and continue to hunt for its focus lock. and each has very specific You will probably use this uses. These are ‘Full mode all the time if you Frame’, ‘Spot’ and ‘Center are photographing aircraft The Exposure Meter offers Weighted’ metering. in the air. If your camera some of the most important LEFT: Using Dynamic Area mode for focus helps keep a fast moving formation of aircraft in focus, without accidentally The most commonly has a setting in one of its information you need right focusing on the gaps between the aircraft. F-4F Phantoms, ILA Airshow, Berlin 2008: f/7.1- 1/800s – ISO 200 – 340mm – there in the view-finder as Shutter Priority. RIGHT: But when it comes to nine crazy virtuoso Italian pilots, there will be NO gaps between the aircraft! used is the ‘Full Frame’ menus called ‘lock-on’, you look through it. Frecci Tricolori – Royal International Air Tattoo 2007: f/7.1 – 1/640s – ISO 200 – 200mm – Shutter Priority. mode, which in many you can set how long the cameras will include a camera will wait after it has aerobatics (Yes, that’s you Jurgis!). If you are having real trouble Beginner model DSLR cameras can allow you to shoot up to 3 ‘multi-pattern’ type system achieved focus lock before keeping your subject in focus, this is a good mode to use. It is still frames per second (fps), while more expensive models can shoot at that meters the scene and it starts hunting again. I possible however, that the camera will decide that the clouds in the up to 12fps. You can usually set your maximum frame rate within divides it into sections. usually keep this switched background are a better subject than your aircraft… a menu on the camera. Note that if you set your frame rate too This allows the camera off, to make this mode One feature to look out for when choosing a lens, especially on high, you get only a few seconds of shots before your buffer is to come up with the best truly continuous, but be a telephoto, is a feature called ‘Auto Focus with Manual Override’. full and the process will stop. There are many variables that dictate exposure with the light warned that if you sit there This allows you manually override your camera’s AF without how many shots you can take in quick succession, including the from the entire image, i.e. all day with your finger switching it into manual focus. This can be very handy if your AF is processing speed of your camera, the type of memory card you are everything you can see pressed halfway down on having trouble locking on to your subject and has begun ‘searching’- using, and whether you are shooting JPEG or RAW files. through the viewfinder. On ‘Continuous’ AF, you will moving back and forth through the focal plane while trying to get a Why take so many photos of the same thing in such a short Canon cameras it’s called run your batteries down lock on. With this feature you can simply grab the focus ring on the period of time? Well, sometimes you will find that a photogenic ‘Evaluative’ and on Nikon Keeping the shutter speed slow enough to show rotor movement, while fast enough to keep very quickly! lens and do it yourself. moment can pass in a split second, whether it’s the pilot looking cameras it’s called ‘Matrix’. the fuselage sharp, is always a difficult compromise with helicopters. RNZAF Seasprite, Many DSLRs will offer up as the aircraft performs a barrel roll, a close head-to-head pass, This mode will probably be Warbirds over Wanaka 2010: f/10 – 1/160s – ISO200 – 200mm – Shutter Priority. you a number of modes for or vapour forming and disappearing on the wing. Also, when using your default setting most of the time. setting where your focus will be selected within the frame. In your ‘Continuous Focus’ mode at the same time as ‘Continuous Release’ The ‘Centre Weighted’ mode takes an average reading from viewfinder, you will see a Focus Grid that consists of a number of mode, which you will be doing often, there can be times when across the whole frame, but biases the overall exposure toward small black boxes that change colour to tell you they are selected you will take a photo just as the AF is briefly searching for its next the light reading from the centre of the frame instead of from the as the focus point. You can move this coloured box around the lock. Taking a number of photos helps ensure that the photo being edges. You can usually set the width of this ‘circle’ using a menu on frame with a toggle on the back of your camera. It’s a good idea taken, and the subject being in focus, both occur at the same time your camera. Quite often though, to achieve the best composition to get used to holding your camera in a way that allows you to use at least in some of your pictures. This is what the old-timers call (which we will cover in a later article) you would not want your your thumb to operate this toggle while still getting access to all the ‘cheating’, or as my one-shot-wonder film using friend would often subject dead in the centre of the image. other buttons, and still holding your camera steady. say as I stood next to him rattling off countless photos: “Why don’t The ‘Spot Metering’ mode can be very useful indeed. In this There are three main types of mode for selecting the focus you just get a video camera?” Remember that the more photos you mode, only a very small point of the image is used to meter the area: ‘Single Area’, ‘Dynamic Area’ and ‘Closest Subject’. While it take, the faster you will fill your memory cards, the more battery light (around 2-3% of the frame), and in most cameras this spot would seem that ‘Closest Subject’ could be good for photographing power you will use, and - now this is the biggie - the more photos will move around to follow your Focus Point (see Focus modes aircraft in the air, it is actually a complicated process for the camera you have to edit to get the ones you want afterwards! below). This is really useful if you want your photo to be exposed to work out, and it can slow down your AF substantially. Also, your There are probably more shutter release modes available on your for just a small part of your image, such as the face of a pilot camera doesn’t know which part of the aircraft to focus on and will Using ‘Continuous Focus’ allows your Auto-Focus to follow the aircraft as it camera such as a Self-timer, Quiet release & Mirror-Up, but these in the cockpit, or a specific texture or part of the aircraft. Many focus on the end of the wing, or more often than not, on a nice moves past you. Luftwaffe Panavia Tornado ECR – Royal International Air aren’t so important for aviation photography. In fact in some more photographers stay in this mode, and pick the part of the image high contrast cloud in the background. Tattoo 2007: f/5.6 – 1/800 – ISO 200 – 340mm – Shutter Priority. expensive cameras there are countless menus, modes and controls that seems the closest to a neutral grey. This can be very difficult of ‘Single Area’ is probably the most useful and gives you the most for fine-tuning everything we have discussed above, but until you course if your subject is moving rapidly through the sky. Also, you control. In this mode, the camera will only focus on the small area Shutter Release Modes know exactly what you are changing, try and keep it simple. have to remember to turn this mode off when you have finished you have selected. This is great if you already know what kind of There are two main modes that affect what your camera does using it. If you are noticing all your exposures have become wildly picture you want to compose, and if you know pretty much what when you press the Shutter Release button: ‘Single Release’ and Equipment and lenses over- or under- exposed, it’s possible you have left this mode on, or the aircraft is going to do next. It may take a bit of practice to get ‘Continuous Release’. In ‘Single Release’ mode you hold the shutter In the next issue we will explore in more detail the variety of the switch has been knocked onto this mode. comfortable with moving this point all over the frame quickly with down half way to focus your lens and then press it down further equipment and lenses that you can use to empty your bank account, your thumb on the toggle, but it is well worth the effort. to take a single shot. You must do this repeatedly for each shot you such as high-end telephoto lenses, tele-converters and off-camera Focus Modes In the ‘Dynamic Area’ mode, you are able to select a group take. This is useful when your subject is not moving, such as an flash units. We’ll also take a look at some of the tools available for Achieving a sharp focus on your subject is extremely important of focus selection points, and move this whole group around the aircraft in the static display. By contrast, when using ‘Continuous viewing information about the photos you are taking, such as the in photography, but this can be very difficult especially in the fast frame to compose your shot. The camera will automatically pick Release’ mode your camera will keep taking photos as long as you Histogram. Until then, keep out there practicing! moving (literally!) world of aviation photography. While many from the group the focus point that has the most contrast and have your finger all the way down on the Shutter Release button, or If you have any feedback or critique on these articles I would pro-photographers swear they only ever use manual focus, the edges within it: in our case, we hope, an aircraft. This mode is until you fill the available memory buffer. This mode is extremely love to hear it. You can either email the Editor or contact me direct Auto-Focus (AF) available on cameras and lenses these days can be invaluable for photographing formations of aircraft and very erratic helpful when you are shooting fast moving objects like aircraft. through my website www.stereoimage.co.nz

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Hastings Aerodrome at Bridge Pa

A GREAT place to spend a night or two is Bridge Pa airfield at Contributed by Ruth Presland Hastings, Hawke’s Bay. It is a nice break if flying north or south and the people there are very friendly. Coming up from the south, and there are rental cars available from $20 per day. If you are in the approach is simple, just be aware of the training area south of Hastings on a Sunday, I highly recommend the Hastings farmers the field as you approach and change from 119.10 to 125.80 early market. Foodies are in for a super treat, but be warned that it is easy enough. Inbound from the north you will most likely have skirted to get carried away with all the delectable fresh fruit, warm breads, around or come through Napier Control (who are really helpful), soft and yummy cheese, chocolate and of course wines from the then changed to 125.80 area, plus much more. for joining. There is a Napier is a 15 minute variety of traffic from flight drive from Hastings and if training and private ops you have never been, take to gliders, so keep a good a drive through Napier’s look out and if arriving on art deco main streets - it the weekend, then use the really is the most elegant Garmin aera Touch Screen GPS seal for your first landing. town in our country. While This will allow you to get you are there, don’t miss FEATURES: Fly or Drive: Pre-loaded with aviation the feel of activity on the the National Aquarium and road maps for NZ and Australia. grass which is used for back of NZ – it’s fascinating. 10.9cm diagonal display. tracking and glider tow. Around the Hawke’s Bay 270gms, up to 5hrs battery life. Additional traffic is possible region here are plenty of Two models available now. from parachuting and nordo golf and vineyard options See the Garmin aera review in the aircraft and also note the and one of my favourites, February issue of KiwiFlyer. power line which crosses the beaches. A visit to Cape the approach to runway Kidnappers, travelling out SOUTH PACIFIC AVIONICS LTD 11. And note that there is DE HAVILLAND LANE on old tractors to see the ARDMORE AIRFIELD, AUCKLAND a private house and hanger Gannets is on my bucket list Ph: 09 298 1373 E: [email protected] on the western side of the so make sure you add it to www.avionics.co.nz airfield that aircraft can be yours. taxiing to and from. The weather is usually Taxi off the active settled in this area, but runways via the taxi ways, sometimes it can cut up - or across the grass which refer back to the advice of is firm. Once you pull up the local pilots at the club. for fuel at the BP pump, no In my experience it can sooner than you hop out, Clockwise from top left: 1. Overhead the field. 2. Hastings is prime horticulture country. 3&4. The airfield is a popular spot for fly-ins and other club events. often blow through quite a local will be over to say quickly and there is a good “gidday”, ask where you came from and offer to show you around. low level route north bound via Te Pohue saddle, then follow the Take their advice for parking and then enjoy a brew upstairs in road to Rangitaiki airfield. There is some tiger country to cross but the aeroclub rooms. The club also has a number of young pilots it is short lived and beyond Rangitaiki it is a clear run west or north. training for their career which is based in the ground level rooms. No matter which way you are heading, Hawke’s Bay East Coast This creates a lively and enthusiastic atmosphere and one gets the Aeroclub is a good stop along the way. For actual weather and impression they are all mad keen on aviation… young and old alike. enquires contact them on (06) 879 8466. Weekend arrivals should note that the club has a bar which opens Be safe and enjoy your flying. RP. up for drinks, and often a sausage and salad to eat while taking in some fascinating history that is displayed on the walls of the club. Don’t forget your landing fees, which are around $7. If just dropping by, a very good place to have lunch without the need for wheels is at the Hastings Golf Club, right next door and over the fence by the very old Club House - about 100 yards in an easterly direction. Non members are welcome and the nice food is reasonably priced. The Corn Exchange at Stortford Lodge, about 5 kms away is a good watering hole and restaurant, and of course has good bar nights especially on Friday nights and Sundays. For a taxi call Hastings Taxis (06) 878 5055. If you are staying the night, why not stay two… a taxi into town (including taxi vans if there are a few of you) is about $30, where you will find a nice motor lodge called Portmans. It is handy to town, just 2 blocks away. Phone (06) 878 8332 or check out www. portmans.co.nz. There is much to see and do in this stunning area

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Contributed by Frank Parker this is not airplane heaven then what is ? The Reno Air Races Then there were trade displays (about When things KiwiFlyer Warbirds Contributor Frank Parker, recently attended the Reno Air Races. At Reno, aircraft The latter must be piston propeller aircraft a mile of them), T-shirts, posters, art, go wrong don’t race the clock; they race each other, up to nine aircraft at a time, wingtip to wingtip, around a marked and are the reserve of WW II fighters, memorabilia, tarot cards, and of course course at low level, overtaking each other at speeds of up to 500mph. The experience is, to say the least, hence my interest. Each class has up to four food, and food, and more food. EARLY in the racing week during a sensational. Frank tells the story of a week in aviation racing paradise. subsections (medallion, bronze, silver and The support acts included various ‘sports’ class heat I witnessed a lucky gold). A competitor may work from the numbing aerobatic displays, a daily F-18 escape. The aircraft was just turning on to THE RENO Air Races would have to the mid west high desert of the USA is lower to the upper classes though the week handling display and the Canadian Armed home straight when we noticed something rank fairly high on the ‘Plane Spotters’ ‘The Worlds Biggest Little City’ and has an of competition and indeed the prize for the Forces ‘Snow-Birds Formation Team’. ‘spray’ from the engine area. bucket list. This is an event which has run economy based on gambling, a mini Las last Gold class placing is higher than the Our Group was associated with the for 47 years in which the Promoters, Reno Vegas if you like. The annual Air Races are Silver class winner - now that’s incentive. Thunder Mustang owners group. There Air Race Association, The event is not were two of these impressive aircraft position themselves only ‘Racing’. It participating in the Sports class and our as “presenting attracts aficionados association with the group added an extra Authentic Air Racing from throughout the interest to the weeks events . reminiscent of the USA and the world, So what of the racing; well it’s not unlike Golden Age of Air so the parking lot is an an auto racing event where each race takes Racing”. This Golden air display on its own. approximately an hour to start, taxi, take Age captures the The Heritage park had off, and position for a running start for 6 1920’s to 1930’s and a DC-2, DH Heron, to 8 laps of the pylon course. Some races such notable events a number of vintage are a procession, others hotly contested as as the Schneider jet fighters and many competitors vie for position for the next This was followed by a momentary Trophy of European other notable types. day as the stakes are rising. With all that tortured scream from the engine fame and the Pulitzer The Military park there is an amount of ‘gamesmanship’ or (reminisant of a chainsaw) and something and Thompson races sported a V-22 Osprey, keeping a little in reserve for tomorrow. (turned out to be the propeller) falling of the USA. The CH-47 Chinook, The development of the aircraft is to the ground. The pilot called ‘mayday’, Thompson Races best (hey I am an old impressive. The top T-6 aircraft (which converted 300+ knots to height (good encapsulate the theme chopper driver), C-17 are scrutineered as ‘standard’) are lapping PPL stuff) and made a perfect forced of Reno as they were Cargomaster, F-15, at 200+ knots, whereas my ex RNZAF landing. The problem was ascertained also multiple aircraft F16, F-18, A-10 and machine can manage about 145 ‘rung out’. to an imbalance in the propeller which pylon races. Out of Predator drone. I have mentioned the Sports Class where fractured the prop extension shaft (and these halcyon days Then the Exotica speeds in excess of 375 knots are achieved. almost the engine mounts). The ‘scream’ iconic aircraft such of the Racing ‘Pits’, The highly modified unlimited racers are was the engine going from full power (with as the Hughes Racer eight P-51s, from in the 485 knot league. It is reported that a prop) to full RPM without, before it and GB Racer were stock standard to ‘Strega’, a modified P-51 Mustang is using ‘haemorrhaged’. developed, along with Scenes from Reno 2010 during a week of aviation racing paradise. super modified, two in excess of 80 inches of boost (normal retractable landing TigerCats, Sea Furies, military power is 60 inches). I heard a gear, wing flaps, supercharging, constant one of a myriad of events held in the area. Corsair, Yak 3’s, Rare-Bear (Bear Cat), and whisper that one wing is full of fuel and the speed propellers and enclosed cockpits. The Races are ‘owned’ by RARA (Reno P-40. Also on display but not racing were other ‘anti-knock’ to prevent detonation, How to Race After the 1930’s, high speed aircraft fell Air Race Association) and are very much two P-38 Lightnings, and a (new build) FW plus water injection. Whatever the recipe WHILE at Reno I was fortunate to meet into the military precinct and so became a commercial venture. Competition is by 190. Then 20 or more T-6 Texans. After this is an impressive deep pocket pursuit. the ‘Chair’ of the T-6 (Harvard) Race ‘National Secrets’. invitation and qualification and held over that lot there are the sports class hangars One of the highlights was a field trip Committee and asked “How does one get When the opportunity arose to join a period of five days. There are six classes, with super modified Lancairs flying at 350+ to the ‘Valley of Speed’ at the back of the to race at Reno”. Well simple really, get a a group at Reno this year there was little starting from Biplanes (think Pitts Specials) knots and the class winning Questair which course where the top racers fly by (well big pile of money and go for it !! hesitation in booking the seat. through Sports, T-6 (Harvard old chap), went much faster than it looked - like 375 overhead actually) at variously 50 – 100 feet In reality all pilots must be qualified Reno Nevada, (think Lake Tahoe) in Jets, and the celebrated Unlimited Class. knots around the course, on an IO 540!!!! If at full noise and full speed. To coin a phrase to race. For beginners this starts with ‘Effing Awesome’. a ‘Rookie School’ two months prior The low point of the week, well two; the to racing. 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Introducing this Guide

WELCOME to the KiwiFlyer Guide to Flight Training in New Zealand. This special annual supplement includes articles related WANAKA Flight Training offers Experience, a to meet each student’s ability, availability and to flight training as well as profiles and advice from a number of Great Location, and a 100% Safety Record. needs. We offer training for Private Pilots flight training providers from around the country. Participants Auckland Aero Club Our Chief Flying Instructor Peter Hendriks has Licence, Commercial Pilots Licence, Flight in this Guide cover a very broad spectrum of aviation in New Personalised Flight Training is delivered by PROFESSIONAL 28 years experience in the aviation industry, with Instructor Ratings, Mountain Flying Courses Zealand and readers will find a wealth of opportunity for flight a team of highly experienced instructors at the New College of over 8000 hours in commercial operations and (Basic & Advanced), and Aerobatic Ratings. Our training whether it be a microlight certificate for Sunday flying, Aviation (training division of Auckland Aero Club). It is this flight training. He is an A-Cat Flight Instructor commercial training programme includes training a PPL to take the family on holiday by helicopter, a taildragger professional personalised approach which sees many students and is a CAA approved Flight Examiner. Peter is for the tourism industry with specific emphasis on or gyroplane rating, through to fully structured programmes choose us as their preferred flight training provider. Our team experienced in over 35 different types of aircraft Milford Sound and Fiordland. designed to place the career pilot in immediate employment as consists of four full time Category B instructors with assistance from vintage to turbine, helicopters and gliders. He We operate both the Pitts Special and Tiger soon as their qualifications are completed. from two Category A instructors as required. has been involved in airshows, TV documentaries Moths commercially alongside Wanaka Flight Budding airline pilots must read the article “Your Path to an The Auckland Aero Club was founded in 1928 and has a and the NZ Airgames. Peter takes real pride in Training. We also operate an Aerobatic School with Airline Cockpit” by Mark Woodhouse and anyone heading into history that no other training facility can ever emulate with an seeing you achieve your goal in becoming a Pilot. courses ranging from basic to advanced aerobatic the mountains for some recreational flying should read the “10 unsurpassable training record that spans more than 80 years. Our Flight Training School is located at Wanaka ratings. Our Instructor Ivan Krippner is one of tips for safe Mountain Flying” article that Ruth Presland and Auckland Aero Club has in fact trained more airline pilots flying in Airport in the South Island - a very unique place NZ’s aerobatic champions with over 20 years Wayne Allanson contributed. New Zealand and overseas than any other training organisation in to learn to fly. Wanaka offers some of the most experience and takes great delight in passing on his More than 1000 copies of this issue of the magazine are New Zealand. This track record is testimony to the commitment spectacular scenery in New Zealand with very skill and knowledge in this specialised training. being sent to Careers Officers at every Secondary School in and reputation of providing quality individualised training to stable weather conditions, ideal for training. Close Wanaka Flight Training works closely with Mt New Zealand and students interested in aviation will find plenty pilots. Many of those pilots are still current members at the club to Queenstown, Milford Sound and Fiordland, the Aspiring College and the ATTTO and offers full of options to consider from the information within. Training and assist with ensuring that only the very highest of standards are environment enables students to learn in a variety or part time courses to students. is no longer limited to just practical and theory tuition either. met to conform to what the airlines are seeking today. of conditions including valuable experience in Our fleet comprises of PA28, C172, C152 Academic opportunities abound for University degrees in aviation New Zealand College of Aviation offers full time PPL, CPL, mountainous terrain. Aerobat, Pitts S2A, and DH82a Tiger Moths. disciplines that can extend all the way to Doctorate level research. MEIR and Category C instructor rating courses for highly We are CAA approved under Rule Parts 141 Contact us by phone 03 443 4043 or freephone We have profiles on some of this research within the Guide. motivated individuals. Training programmes are tailored for and 135. We offer fully flexible flight training 0508 4FLYING, email: [email protected] or There is also much included for existing pilots to consider in individual requirements ensuring that all minimum requirements programmes that can be individually tailored visit www.learntoflynz.com terms of getting current for summer or refreshing and extending are met and usually well in excess of what is required to ensure skills to a higher level. that students are well prepared for theory examinations and flight Even those who might not be immediately interested in tests. Classes are kept at a minimum size to ensure individualised training for themselves should find it interesting to look through tuition which many students appreciate. At the Auckland Aero this guide and observe the many and varied training approaches Club you are not just a ‘number’ as many students often feel at that are available. The range extends from small companies and larger training organisations. personal one-on-one tuition through to large corporates with As well as providing professional flight training we cater for fleets of aircraft, an array of lecture facilities and purpose built pilots who wish to obtain aerobatic ratings, formation ratings and student accommodation, and everything in between. tail wheel ratings. Pilots seeking an aerobatic rating should look no In most cases, participants in the guide provided their own further than the Auckland Aero Club. Our pilots are some of the material for publishing and often are speaking directly to most experienced in the country - many of whom have flown in prospective students. Several have taken the opportunity to tell of the Air Force and are national champions. Competition flying is a student achievements that they are justifiably proud of. strong facet of the aero club which helps increase pilot skill in a Our industry is a close one and word of mouth is a frequent fun competitive environment where a great deal of comradeship is and trusted form of recommendation. Even if additional or most certainly evident. currency training is not immediately for you; if someone asks We warmly invite you to contact us and will be happy to discuss Nelson Aviation College for your advice on matters of training, please refer them to this any questions or queries to begin your aviation journey. This professional flight school has been training aeroplane and helicopter pilots for the industry since 1976. They offer a high standard Guide and support those organisations who have taken the time of theory and practical training which can be customised to suit your career pathway. and effort to become involved with it. The Guide is also available (along with all other KiwiFlyer content and back issues) for NAC will provide you with your basic training requirements right through to advanced multi-engine instrument rating training download from our website www.kiwiflyer.co.nz including GPS. Consistently high pass rates and a maximum instructor to student ratio of 1:4 ensures quality instruction throughout each phase of your training. NAC is based at Motueka and Nelson . Both bases are within easy reach of two international airports and mountainous terrain Professional Flight and Ground Training Available providing a diverse training environment. The Nelson region has some of the highest sunshine hours in New Zealand each year. Licences and Ground Courses: PPL and CPL Student loan funding is available if you are either a NZ citizen or permanent resident and you enrol for a NMIT Diploma in Aviation. Instrument Ratings: Single and Multi We have three intakes each year - January, May and August. Personalised Flight Training from Specialists in Mountain Flying Instructor Ratings: C & B We offer PPL, CPL and Advanced Mountain Flying Training Night Ratings - Tail Dragger Ratings Contact us for an information pack: including Beach and Strip landings, C172 & C206 Ratings. Phone: 03 528 8382 Aerobatics Ratings - Formation Flying Employment opportunities are available on Email: [email protected] Charter & Scenic operations around Fiordland and the Southern Alps. www.nelson-aviation.co.nz 500 Harvard Lane, Ardmore Airfield Ph 09 2998590 Fax 09 2998592 Ph: (03) 442 3148 or 0508 MILFORD www.wakatipuaeroclub.com Email: [email protected] Web: www.aac.org.nz

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Location, Fleet and Training Facilities pilots regularly carry out scenic tours, banner towing, photography, Our school is located at Ardmore Airport, South Auckland, Ph/Fax: 09 298 1899 frost protection, passenger transfers, heli¬fishing and more. Only or 0508 CHOPPER which is the busiest airport in New Zealand and is in close E: [email protected] companies that have an Air Operators Certificate can conduct these proximity to Auckland International Airport. www.chopper.co.nz flights, and it is the experience that our graduates obtain from these Ardmore Airport also hosts a wide variety of operations flights, which helps kick start their careers and separate them from including agricultural, warbirds, police, and non-scheduled charter “the rest”. operations. Ardmore Helicopters is renowned for our relaxed and friendly Weather conditions at Ardmore rank among the best in New atmosphere. Our experienced instructors take a personal approach Zealand with only the very odd day where operations have to be to student training offering one-on-one tuition. Frank Parker, who canceled due to adverse weather. Although the Ardmore Airport owns and manages the company, has been involved in the industry and training areas are busy, there is ample low traffic and free local for over 30 years and has an extensive background in the military airspace for flight training exercises, plus numerous regional airports and civil sectors. Frank holds an A-Category Instructor’s Rating and and local aerodromes for use in cross-country flying. The training a range of Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) flight testing privileges. area and surrounding districts also offer diverse topographic and All training climatic conditions, which again reinforce student aviator exposure programmes to the real world and varied flight conditions. are tailored to suit individual needs. Ardmore CHOOSING THE RIGHT helicopter training organisation is Helicopters is perhaps the single most important decision you will ever make in approved by your flying career. Getting a Commercial Pilots Licence (CPL) is the NZ CAA the “easy” part. Finding a company that will employ you as a low and NZQA to hour pilot is where the difficulty begins. These days, commercial offer private operators aren’t just interested in the number of hours you have. and professional WHETHER YOU ARE choosing aviation as a career What they are really interested in is your commercial experience, pilot training. We offer a comprehensive range of training options or simply for the sheer thrill of flying, selecting the right and this is where Ardmore Helicopters Limited can help. from Private Pilot through to Commercial Pilot, as well as Basic school is vital to your success. Ardmore Flying School’s Ardmore Helicopters is a private company based at Ardmore Gas Turbine Ratings and Instructor Ratings. As we are NZQA large, modern fleet of fixed wing and helicopter aircraft Airfield, Auckland. We are one of only a handful of training approved, student loans may be available if certain criteria are met. includes 17 R model Cessna 172 aircraft. These new schools that have an Air Operators Certificate (CAR Part The company fleet includes a Schweizer 300CB, two Schweizer planes have been purchased over the last 9 years, direct 135/119). This Certificate permits us to conduct Air Transport and 300CBis, a Robinson 44 and Bell 206 Jet Ranger. Ardmore from the Cessna Factory. Combined with our suite of Commercial Transport flights for “hire or reward”. Our commercial Helicopters has built a reputation for training pilots to a high Frasca flight simulators and a policy of one-on-one standard and for maximising the employment training, Ardmore Flying School becomes one of the few prospects of our students. This is particularly schools in the Pacific Rim that is able to offer personalised The fleet includes 17 Cessna 172R and 2 Beechcraft Duchess (above). important in an industry where employment programs using new aircraft. is very competitive and jobs are often The majority of Ardmore Flying School’s students are of New Our fleet and training facilities consist of: obtained solely through reputation and Zealand origin but there are also students from many countries • Modern buildings, lecture and recreational facilities. word of mouth. Pilots trained by Ardmore around the world, which makes for an international environment at • Garmin 1000 avionic transition training. Helicopters can be found in all parts of all times. Our instructors enjoy a rapport with all nationalities. • 17 new R model Cessna172R’s (incl 5 aircraft equipped with the industry in New Zealand and around Garmin 1000 glass cockpits). the world including tourism, agriculture, Courses offered • 2 Beechcraft Duchess with Garmin 430 GPS / Sandel HSI. commercial, corporate and rescue work. Ardmore Flying School is approved by NZQA, the MoE and • 1 Frasca TruFlite twin engine aircraft simulator with 180 Prospective students sometimes like to the NZ CAA to offer professional pilot training programmes and degree visuals. talk to past students who are now flying diploma courses. In conjunction with the Nelson Marlborough • 1 Frasca G1000 glass cockpit simulator for a C172R. professionally and Ardmore Helicopters are Institute of Technology we are able to offer approved students very happy to put you in touch with them. a fully funded tertiary Diploma in Aviation. We offer complete Future Employment Opportunities If you have ever wondered about courses for both the full time and part time student in the following Like any career, passing the various Qualifications in the becoming a helicopter pilot then try an categories: Private Pilots Licence, Commercial Pilots Licence, form of Licences, Ratings and Diplomas is only the beginning Introductory Flight Lesson. This is where Instrument Rating and Multi Engine and Instructor Ratings. as all Commercial Airline Operators look for pilots with several you’ll spend time on the ground learning Options include: hundred hours of experience, hence the need to find some form about the aircraft, then take to the sky • An NZQA accredited Diploma in Aviation with of employment in an organisation with high standards is imperative with an instructor for a local flight. Once endorsement for Flight Instruction. for gaining the experience and the required hours. Ardmore Flying airborne, the controls will be yours for some • An NZQA accredited Diploma in Aviation with School is such an environment and we are proud of the vitality basic manoeuvres and on returning to the endorsement for Air Transport Operations. and busyness of our School. To reinforce our standards we have a airfield your instructor will demonstrate an • Airline ab-initio training. policy to only select future instructors from amongst our domestic autorotation (landing without engine power). • Private Pilot theory, 3 weeks full time. students with NZ Citizenship or NZ Permanent Residence and Your flight will conclude with you trying • Commercial Pilot theory, 11 weeks full time. who have completed their full professional flight-training syllabus your hand at hovering. Most students are still • Instrument Flight Rules theory, 3 weeks full time. within the School. Ardmore Flying School prides itself upon its smiling from this experience a week later. • Instructor ratings for approved candidates. excellent reputation for providing well trained Instructors and Pilots If you think helicopter flying is for you Please note that we offer personalised flight training, so to the Airline and Industry. then call in for a coffee and chat. We look flight training time will vary depending on the requirements and forward to meeting you. Phone us on Contact us on 09 298 5055 or visit www.ardmore.co.nz competency of individual students. 0508 CHOPPER or visit www.chopper.co.nz

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Aviation Research at Massey University School of Aviation Flight Training and Degree Courses at Massey University School of Aviation

THE SCHOOL of Aviation at Massey University undertakes pilot, he has enjoyed a varied career spanning academic research, THE MASSEY University School of Aviation is ISO 9001- required of any professional pilot. a significant amount of internationally recognised academic teaching and hands-on aviation industry work, including his role 2008 certified and enjoys theunique distinction of holding an A special feature of the flight training programme in the School research. There are currently a number of students completing as a Safety Advisor with NZCAA. Ross trained in air accident Equivalence Approval from the New Zealand Civil Aviation of Aviation is the airline bridging course module at the end of their Doctoral studies in aviation across a diverse range of areas investigation at the Cranfield College of Aeronautics in Britain and Authority, the flight training phase. This is designed to prepare that include business analysis, flight training devices, the effects of is currently available to supervise students wishing to undertake under which the students for functioning as flight crew members in oxygen deprivation on cockpit crew special topics, research projects, students’ University multi-crew air carrier operations. performance, and more. Masters and Doctoral level study. examination results Students are trained for flying as two-person The school is staffed by aviation Dr Andrew Gilbey lectures are accepted in crews on a flight training device. Training sessions professionals who offer a broad in a variety of aviation areas. His lieu of CAA are structured as scenario based and culminate with spectrum of industry experience to experience includes six years as an examinations, and a formal final check for a pair of students with each students studying Aviation at Massey. avionics technician in the British Flight Examiners student acting as “pilot flying” and “pilot not flying’. The school is led by CEO Ashok army working with Scout, Gazelle, from the School Assessment, which is carried out by examiners drawn Poduval, himself a good example of and Lynx helicopters. Andrew says he are approved for from a pool of airline check and training captains, the type of experience and industry has long been fascinated by aircraft conducting flight is conducted against a number of non-technical involvement that students can draw and people’s behaviour and invites tests for issue of competency markers, such as teamwork and crew opportunity from. Ashok has more students interested in post graduate licences. coordination. School of Aviation Wings Graduate Ceremony 2010 than 12000 hours of airline flying study involving psychology and Flight training is experience as a pilot and training aviation to discuss potential research integrated into the fully professional degree – Bachelor of Aviation School of Aviation Well known to NZ aviators from his roles within NZ CAA, is Research captain on A320 and B737 aircraft. Ross St George, now on the academic staff at Massey. topics with him. Andrew is currently – in which budding pilots are provided with a comprehensive He has held senior management roles researching the effect reducing oxygen understanding of the aviation industry – not merely the knowledge The School of Aviation with Gulf Air and the International has on the ability of pilots to perform required to obtain a professional pilot’s licence. also offers Bachelor of Air Transport Association and normal aviation tasks. He has also Training is delivered in Diamond DA40 single engine and Aviation Management, currently serves on the council of the conducted several studies about risk DA42 twin engine aircraft equipped with Garmin 1000 avionics Post Graduate Diploma NZ Aviation Industry Association as perception and getting lost whilst displays incorporating the latest technology such as moving in Aviation, Master of well as several NZ aviation safety and flying. map displays, terrain awareness warning systems and traffic Aviation, and Doctoral research advisory bodies. John Murrie also lectures in a avoidance systems. programs in Aviation. See Diamond DA42 cockpit with G1000 avionics variety of aviation areas including The flight training syllabus is scenario based and designed the article at left and note Academic staff and Meteorology and Aviation Systems to develop the necessary competencies and skills for operating that applications for next year close soon so contact Massey now to current research interests Management. He holds a CPL and is advanced technology aircraft, while retaining the basic flying skills register your interest. See details below for more information. Emeritus Professor Alan working towards his PhD which has Williams is a Lecturer in Aviation a particular focus towards employer Management. His career has included attitudes to employment relations. consultancy projects for a number of Savern Reweti lectures in Aviation major organisations including the US Studies and Aeroscience. Prior to Departments of Labour and Health, joining the School of Aviation, Savern The Diamond DA40 Motion Simulator prototype has been developed Education and Welfare. He has also by Savern Reweti as a part of his PhD research. served for 27 years in the RNZAF as been involved with assignments to a an Education Officer and Computer variety of international organisations Support Officer. He is currently including the OECD, UNDP, the completing his PhD which is based World Bank, and IMF. on an investigation into the training Dr Ritchie de Montalk is effectiveness of low cost PC based a Lecturer in Crew Resource aviation training devices. He has Management as well as being the developed a Diamond DA 40 Motion Chief Flight Examiner for the School Simulator prototype which has been of Aviation. Ritchie’s background designed to assist with training and includes time spent as a RNZAF research, as well as exploring the pilot, a top dressing pilot, Chief Pilot commercial potential of a custom for Lesotho Airways Corporation in made simulator that specifically suits Africa, Manager Flight Operations Lecturer Dr Andrew Gilbey is researching the effect reducing oxygen NZ flying training conditions. for Aer Lingus, and Director Flight has on the ability of pilots to perform normal aviation tasks. Doctoral research at the School Operations for KLM. In 1985 he relocated to New Zealand to of Aviation often includes an international focus, for example; accept the role of an Airline Inspector and Flight Examiner with Kan Tsui from Hong Kong is researching the influences of airline the Civil Aviation Division of the Ministry of Transport. passenger demands on international airports and Bo Lin from Ritchie joined Massey University School of Aviation in 1990, China who is researching the economic benefits and costs to airlines completing his Doctoral degree researching the competency of retaining membership in global strategic alliance groups (such as differences between NZ flight school graduates and the types of Star Alliance and One World). skills and competencies believed to define a proficient air transport Massey University School of Aviation encourages students pilot. who have an interest in further exploring the field of Aviation to Dr Ross St George lectures in Air Safety. Ross joined the contact Anke Smith for more information. Ph: 0800-MASSEY or School of Aviation on a part-time basis in 2010. An active private 021-MASSEY or email: [email protected]

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Zealand, although the British company it will probably be up to you to fund your Your Path to an Airline Cockpit CTC have set up in Hamilton and have own training, or at least most of it. 10 steps to gaining your airline pilot’s licence, contributed by Mark Woodhouse contracts to train students for overseas There are a number of options. airlines in New Zealand. They also offer These include working and paying for If a career as an airline pilot is your ambition, some airlines expect you to have a type Some NZ Flight Training Organisations similar student loans funded and self training as you can afford it, or working Mark Woodhouse of Waypoints Aviation offers rating for their aircraft on your licence. (FTOs) will also administer similar funded programmes to New Zealanders. and saving the required funds of all or an opinion on 10 steps to achieving your goal in So whether you are a young person assessments. However, the value of the The RNZAF is a path many have components of your training. You may New Zealand. As an A-Cat Flight Examiner with no previous flying experience, but assessments offered by FTOs varies chosen to ultimately reach the front seats also borrow the money for your training, and CFI of the Walsh Memorial Scout Flying a determination to be an airline pilot, or between organisations, as they have a of an airliner. Pilot training in the RNZAF either commercially if you can talk a School, Mark is well qualified to comment. He a student pilot part way through your financial vested interest in securing your follows officer training of about 26 weeks, bank into believing in you, or through the Professional Aviation is also currently a Second Officer with Air New training, there are steps to be achieved and business. and takes about a further 18 months. government’s student loans scheme. Finally Ground Study Courses and Zealand on the Boeing 777. important decisions to be made. Talk to current and retired airline Training is fully funded by the Airforce and you may be lucky enough to be supported Study Support Material pilots. Let them get students are paid a modest salary during by family. CLIMBING the to know you a bit, most of their training. Consequently the I am not prepared to recommend one steps to the driver’s honestly. Invite them airforce demands a return on its investment funding method over another, as each seat of a commercial to give you their and requires a 10 year return of service has its own advantages and disadvantages airliner takes effort, frank opinion of your following completion of your wings course. and what suits your situation may not suit Enquiries and Enrolments commitment and a suitability for a career Also, don’t forget that the airforce is a skill someone else’s. Whichever way you choose now being taken for the significant financial as an airline pilot. It at arms service and you may be called on to to go, you will be facing a total expenditure following upcoming courses: investment in yourself, may save you tens of serve your country, something that may not of anywhere from about $60,000, to well not to mention just a thousands of dollars. suit everyone’s agenda. over $100,000, depending where and how little bit of intelligence Caveat emptor, etc. The quality of RNZAF training is widely you complete your training, and how fast Basic Gas Turbine and skill. That said, I respected, but they unashamedly focus their and well you progress. And your progress Knowledge have found that most Step 3 - pilot training on outcomes that suit the will depend as much on how hard you work 17-18 November who make the journey Where to train? service. I began my career in the RNZAF, as it will on your natural ability. 19-20 April feel it was more than Aeroclub, Flight and I have nothing but respect and I have always felt that the easier worthwhile. Training Organisation appreciation for the training, experience something comes to us, the less likely Now, despite or the RNZAF? No and camaraderie it gave me. we are to appropriately value it. So there ATPL Systems the world’s current one path to the airline Whichever option you tend towards, I should be a little bit of you in the funding and Performance economic issues, cockpit suits everyone. strongly recommend you look beyond the effort. Nevertheless, keep buying those 25-28 November there are still strong Aeroclubs vary widely, marketing hype and don’t be taken in by lotto tickets! 14-17 April predictions of some focusing only the glitz. Talk to the management and to Boeing 777-200ER lined up and rolling for takeoff. Bob Purvis photo. increasing demand for on training for private the existing students of the organisations Step 5 - The Commercial Pilot Licence well trained pilots, especially in the wider Step 1 - Are You Fit to Fly? and recreational pilots, while others offer on your shortlist. In addition, talk to any The PPL and CPL are steps on the way ATPL Instruments Asia-Pacific region. While some overseas There is little point in beginning on a quite credible training environment for qualified pilots you know; it’s a small to an ATPL. To be eligible for a CPL you airlines have funded or part-funded the the path to an airline cockpit unless you those aiming for the airlines. industry and reputations spread. must be at least 18 years of age; hold a and Nav Aids basic training cost of their new pilots, in are medically fit to hold a Class 1 Medical By Flight Training Organisations (FTOs) I am also strongly inclined to think that current PPL; a Class 1 Medical Certificate; 25-27 March New Zealand airlines have had the luxury Certificate. So visit the NZ Civil Aviation I essentially mean flying schools, most you should at least begin your training, be have logged at least 200 flight hours; hold a of sufficient applicants who have funded Authority website (www.caa.govt.nz) to find of which are privately owned business it by completing your Private Pilot Licence valid written exam credit for the seven CPL their own training, at least up to completion the information you need to know about enterprises and separate from aeroclubs, (PPL) exams or even your full PPL, before subjects; and finally, pass a flight test to Also Available: of the frozen ATPL (see below) and gaining your medical. On the dropdown however there are exceptions. For example, signing up for a full loan funded course. demonstrate adequate knowledge and skill. sometimes the type rating. With the menu under Aviation Info, select ‘Medical’ the Canterbury Aeroclub has a commercial You may find that it really isn’t for you. current economic pressures on airlines, to find out what you need to do and where arm known as The International Aviation Again, caveat emptor, in a very big way! Step 6 - Instrument Rating Study Support don’t expect things to change any time you can go to get it. Academy, and Massey University has a One of the more difficult hurdles in Material for: soon. So one of the first things you will The cost of a medical can begin at School of Aviation. Step 4 - Financing Your Training becoming a professional pilot is gaining need to establish is how you are going to about $400 and may be significantly more, Many FTOs, in order to avail themselves While full sponsorship is rare, some your Instrument Rating (IR). But since an Basic Gas Turbine fund your training. depending on where you go and what your of government student loans funding, overseas airlines have part-funding schemes IR is a prerequisite to joining an airline it is Knowledge Although an academic qualification medical condition is. are affiliated with a tertiary institution. and have formed alliances with FTOs. a hurdle you will have to get over. l may make you a slightly better prospect For example, Nelson Aviation College is In this case the airlines select individuals To be eligible for an IR you must hold a ATPL Air Law when an airline considers which applicants Step 2 - Are You the Right Fit? affiliated with The Nelson Marlborough they believe are suitable for airline pilot licence (usually a CPL); have satisfactorily l to interview, it is only one of their If you are already a flyer you might think Institute of Technology (NMIT). training and if these students complete completed a ground training course in, and ATPL Instruments many considerations, and by no means you can skip this step, but you may do so Most FTOs are commercial businesses their training with the FTO to a satisfactory gained a valid written exam credit for the and Nav Aids a requirement. Licences, ratings, flying at your peril. Again there is little point in which exist to make a profit for their standard, they are then at the head of the five IR subjects; satisfactorily completed hours logged and thorough professional embarking on costly training for an airline owners. Like aeroclubs, they vary widely list for vacancies with the airline when they a flight training course and logged the aviation knowledge and skill are much more job you may ultimately find you are not in terms of perceived customer service, become available. New Zealanders are required simulator and/or flight time important than academic qualifications. suited to. quality of training provided and prestige. sometimes able to apply for such schemes, experience; and finally, pass a flight test to See our website for full information In New Zealand the minimum The Guild of Pilots and Navigators They also tend to be very good at but I don’t know of many who have. That demonstrate adequate knowledge and skill. www.waypoints.co.nz requirement to be a co-pilot on a multi- (GAPAN), which is a charity organisation marketing their positive aspects. said, it costs nothing to ask. An IR can be achieved to single pilot or crew airliner is a Commercial Pilot Licence with no commercial affiliations, offer an Overseas some FTOs have formed I am not aware of any New Zealand two pilot standard, and can be issued for Contact: Mark Woodhouse (CPL) and Instrument Rating (IR), however independent pilot suitability assessment relationships with airlines and are airlines that offer such schemes, at least not use in single or multi-engined aircraft. [email protected] most airlines expect you to also have a similar to that undertaken by the airforce. contracted to train airline selected ‘cadets’. at the moment while there are adequate Whichever form of IR you choose Basic Turbine Knowledge exam credit and See www.gapan.org/new-zealand/. 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all you can on the ground, so that you or old exam questions someone else thinks their induction and type rating training. So hours to being employed in a sponsoring maximise the value of the flight time they remember getting when they sat the obviously they will value a pilot applicant airline, including all of the checks and experience. To try to learn to fly and exam way back whenever. who has successfully completed an APC. ratings required along the way. Many in Attention operate an aircraft solely by reference to Aeroclubs and FTOs focus mainly on Airline Preparation Courses are the industry however consider the MPL Training Schools instruments, only by training in an aircraft Private Pilot Licence (PPL), CPL and IR sometimes known by other names, such structure to be overly restrictive. Further, is inefficient, wastefully expensive and training, with very little offered in the way as Airline Bridging Courses (ABC) or it is not necessarily any less expensive than Quick and easy, morale sapping. of formal training for the ATPL theory Multicrew Coordination Courses (MCC). the traditional ATPL approach and in any online aircraft booking. On the ground you can study the subjects. Professional Pilot Study Centre They all have the same sort of objectives, case, at this stage the NZ CAA have not Available 24/7. related knowledge, practice the routines offers distance learning courses in all of i.e. to begin the role training required at the adopted the MPL, nor established any Train for an Airline and be trained in the instrument scans and the ATPL subjects except Air Law, and end of the basic CPL and IR. equivalence for recognising an MPL issued Flybook is a FREE Online Booking System for With an Airline Clubs / syndicates / flying schools… anyone procedures. Ground IR training devices there are some ground courses offered for by another country. Although the first wanting to know if an aircraft and/or instructor can range from PC based flight Step 10 - Type Rating graduates of the MPL have now qualified is available, and book them at a time to suit. sim packages, through part-task By the time you complete a overseas, internationally the ATPL remains Features include: trainers, to full flight simulators. type rating, either as something the principle airline pilot’s licence and the + Get up to date industry training Easy to edit bookings like ‘Move to same Big, flash and expensive is not you undertake to make you one almost all students aspire to. + Get increased job opportunities time tomorrow or next week’ button. required. As with all aspects of more attractive to a prospective To be eligible for a New Zealand ATPL, + Get operational airline experience pilot training, it is the quality of employer, or with an airline on the you must be at least 21, hold a current CPL After a flight, ‘Book again same time > MULTI ENGINE COMMAND next week’ button for instructor. the instructor and the training aircraft your potential employer and IR, and have passed the seven exams CONSOLIDATION PACKAGES programme that matters most. expects to offer you a position and gained a written examination credit for No more telephone tag with the > MULTI ENGINE INSTRUMENT RATINGS booking person. Saves time for all. on, you are nearly there. But only the ATPL. You must also have logged at > TYPE RATINGS Step 7 - Basic Turbine nearly, so put in the effort, do well least 1500 hours in aeroplanes. The make Knowledge and make a good impression. up of these hours includes a requirement Prior to achieving a type rating Type rating training on airline for at least 250 hours as pilot-in-command. on an aircraft powered by a gas aircraft begins with an extensive There is actually a lot of detail to the turbine engine, which most airlines ground school on the technical breakdown of hours which is beyond use, a pilot must have passed an specifics of the aircraft. If the type this article. Suffice to say the ATPL is a examination in Basic Turbine rating training is being provided major undertaking. For details of the latest For more information or a demo check out: Knowledge (BTK). Consequently by a particular airline, the ground requirements refer to AC61-7 Appendix I, Mark Woodhouse in the office, the right hand seat of an Air NZ B777. www.flybook.co.nz most airlines require pilot training will also include the which is available on the NZ CAA website. Or contact Harvey Lockie, phone 021 611 022 applicants to hold a BTK exam credit as a those ATPL subjects perceived to be more airline’s SOPs and other related aspects. As described in step 8, there are Email: [email protected] prerequisite to accepting an application. difficult. Waypoints currently offers ground This is followed by flight training, either a number of ways of gaining your As with the ATPL exam credits, you courses for ATPL Systems & Performance, in the actual aircraft or in complex, full requirements, all of which require a should take a professional approach to the ATPL Instruments & Navaids and Basic motion flight simulators which cost almost significant financial investment. Regardless development of your knowledge. So attend Turbine Knowledge, and produces a self as much to run as the real aircraft. So it is of the path you choose to take, there an approved ground course if you can. study guide for ATPL Air Law. not inexpensive. are some charges that all must pay; that At the ATPL level it is not adequate is the ASL fee for each of the seven DARGAVILLE AERO CLUB is open to all students, NZ wide, who are genuinely Step 8 - The ‘Frozen’ ATPL to study just to pass the exams. That Step 11 - Line Training examinations, at $224; the ATPL flight test interested in learning to fly for recreation or aviation as a career. The club offers both You may hear the term ‘frozen ATPL’ approach might get you the exam credit, (Okay, so I can’t count!) The last hurdle fee, currently over $1300; and the licence microlight and GA training, operating an Italian Fly Synthesis Storch as their primary used to describe pilots who have passed but it certainly won’t prepare you for an before you can really call yourself an airline document issue fee is a little over $60. training aircraft. Also on line are a Cessna 172 and a Fly Synthesis Texan, a carbon fibre the seven exams and gained a written exam airline interview. Being an airline pilot pilot is line training. This involves flying Details are on the ASL and CAA websites aircraft very popular with club members for comfortable cross country trips. credit for the ATPL, but not the required is a profession and airline recruiters are a specified number of sectors and/or respectively. (See www.aviation.co.nz and A unique feature of the club is that all tuition is given free of charge. All the student flying hours, however the term has no very good at detecting those who have hours, under the supervision of an airline www.caa.govt.nz). pays for is the cost of operating the aircraft. The club is able to do this from the profits formal basis. The more correct description a professional approach to their chosen instructor, often called a Training Captain. Expect to fork out anywhere up to of its own farming operations. Accommodation at the club premises is also offered is a pilot who holds a Commercial Pilot career. So my advice to you is to put in Which is a good idea, since you will have about $8000, and that’s after you have your free of charge. Students need only bring sleeping bags and their own food. Training is Licence with an Instrument Rating and the effort and work hard to develop and fare paying passengers or freight behind CPL, IR and medical (all of which must be available by arrangement on a seven day basis and not just on weekends. passes in the seven ATPL written exams. maintain a thorough knowledge base. you, and its good to have someone beside current), and logged the required hours. The club is famous for its Saturday lunches, started 30 years ago and still held every Quite a mouthful, so you can see why you to keep things nice and relaxed. Saturday at 12.30pm. As well as being a fun social gathering, this provides a great ‘frozen ATPL’ was invented. Step 9 - Airline Preparation Course At least by this stage you will have been Still Interested? opportunity for anyone interested in flying to come along and look at the aircraft, meet In New Zealand the seven ATPL exams An Airline Preparation Course (APC), accepted for a job, and will usually be Well, after absorbing all of that, are you some club members, ask questions, and go for a fly! must be completed within 3 years, and while not a regulatory requirement, is earning a salary, albeit probably a modest still keen for a career as an airline pilot? Phone Murray Foster for more information on 027 478 4308 or visit.goflying.co.nz then you have 10 years from date of the widely felt to be a very valuable addition to one. Now begins the long process of I sure hope so! I have found it a very last exam pass to have the ATPL issued. the traditional CPL, IR and ATPL theory getting a return on the investment you and challenging and rewarding career and I’m However, the Air Law exam credit is valid training. An APC is intended to bridge your employing airline have made in you. sure you will too. Free of charge for 5 years only. the gap between the raw licence and the My article hasn’t explored the flying PPL theory and There are different ways to gain your beginning of initial airline training. Such a The Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) hours you will need to log between the end practical tuition ATPL exam credits. Some aspirants attend course involves training in two pilot crew In New Zealand the CPL, IR and of your basic CPL/IR and the minimum formal ground courses and some self study. coordination; generic airline Standard ultimately the ATPL are currently the only experience level expected by the airlines, or While the completion of an approved Operating Procedures (SOPs); and the path to those front seats (see steps 1, 5&6). the options for achieving them. This article Free of charge ground course is currently not a regulatory practical application of human factors in a In some countries the Multicrew Pilot is long enough already, so I will save that Basic live-in requirement, it will certainly provide much multi-crew airline environment. Licence (MPL) is an alternative option to topic for another time. accommodation better preparation than trying to study Traditionally airlines in New Zealand the ATPL. The MPL is designed to take the Good luck. Work hard and fly carefully. yourself from textbooks, borrowed notes have had to integrate these aspects into student pilot from zero qualifications and Maybe we’ll crew together one day.

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Classic Cubs Considering a career as a helicopter pilot ? The Home of Taildragger Training HELICOPTER FLIGHT TRAINING Limited (HFT) is from novice to professional pilot in one year. approved by the Civil Aviation Authority to operate as a Flying HFT is an also a CAA approved part 135 Air Transport Training Organisation, under Part 141 of the CAA Regulations. Operator. These commercial aspects are reflected in the training PARAKAI Flying School caters to all aviation enthusiasts... From HFT is also NZQA accredited. This means that HFT satisfies the environment at HFT and provide the opportunity for students to total beginners, just wanting to get their hands on the controls, CAA’s flight standards in areas such as safety, quality of training and develop into professional aviators as they learn what is involved to experienced pilots wanting to further their training, convert a aircraft maintenance. in commercial helicopter license, or rent an aircraft. HFT has its training facilities Air Transport. This enables Our aircraft fleet includes certified Cessnas and fully enclosed based at Ardmore Airport; New the student to gain valuable Advanced Microlights, all maintained to the highest standard by Zealand’s busiest airport just 30 experience for that first job in our own Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers. minutes drive from Auckland the aviation industry. Each one of our friendly instructors subscribes to a Fun Fly- City. Nearby are diverse HFT have a pre-selection CLASSIC CUBS specialises in PPL Training, Taildragger Ratings, ing Philosophy and overall, they have a wide range of experience landscapes and the often varied process that starts with a simple aircraft hire, BFRs, mountain and strip flying. Training is offered including those who still know what learning is like right through weather conditions make for web based ‘Pilot Evaluator’ test. in a beautifully restored 1957 Piper Cub in the relaxed atmosphere to 20,000+ hour ex-airline captains. an interesting and challenging This allows those interested of the rural Te Kowhai aerodrome. Pilots enjoy learning with If you're not sure where to start, we'll help you choose the training environment. Ardmore in training with HFT to take Bill, who is an experienced Instructor and who understands the course of training that most suits your unique situation. We feel Airport is close to Auckland a short test, where results are importance of teaching correct ‘stick and rudder’ skills. Bill has a we are unbiased in helping you choose which license will suit you International Airport and provided at the completion of current ‘B’ Cat instructor rating and is experienced in flying and as we train for Microlight, PPL, and CPL. Whenuapai Air Traffic the session. instructing in a wide range of aircraft, from microlights, and GA We are situated at Parakai Airfield, a low traffic, private airfield, Controlled Zones. HFT hold ‘Pilot Selection’ aircraft, to large multi engine types, and is a current First Officer which is a 25 minute drive through the countryside from the end The HFT training complex days, just four times per year. on the Boeing 737. The wide range of aircraft type ratings allows of Auckland’s Northwestern Motorway. Flying here offers some includes lecture rooms with These involve applicants taking him to conduct BFRs in our aircraft or yours, and BFRs can be an stunning scenery and interesting landscapes, including the Kaipara modern facilities. Training various exercises and tests. adjunct to your taildragger rating, or vice versa. Harbour and Muriwai Beach. In addition, Parakai Airfield has all is delivered in a structured Areas such as coordination, It is our mission to provide quality, personalised flight training. the usual amenities including several Flying Clubs, Clubrooms, tutorial based program. Step memory, mathematics, Bills’ philosophy is a disciplined approach to training, (backed up Hangars and Fuel (MOGAS & AVGAS). by Step, phased teaching of all situational awareness and by his 15,000 hours and airline background). Low traffic volumes Contact us on 0800 FLY WEST, call in at Parakai Airfield, 76 CAA syllabus theory subjects team work, are reviewed. A and small landing fees at Te Kowhai give good value for money. Green Road, Parakai, West Auckland, or visit www.FlyWest.co.nz is provided. Each student is thirty minute trial flight and a When the pilot is up to experiencing a busy Air Traffic Control www.facebook.com/flywestnz issued a full set of training panel interview are included environment and/or a sealed runway, Hamilton is only a short ten reference material that covers during the day. Those who are minute flight away. the entire course. successful are then offered a Classic Cubs has had the pleasure of training pilots from During the flight training place on a CPL course. varied backgrounds (from nil flying experience to current airline phase of the course, one-on- Whitireia Polytechnic, in pilots) and from ages 17 to 70 years. All have chosen to learn with one briefing rooms are used for partnership with HFT, offer Bill through recommendation from others and because they want pre and post-flight briefings. a CPL Certificate in Aviation ‘1 on 1’, personalised education. So if you are looking for a more The Commercial Pilot with student loan funding personal approach to learning to fly or want to have some fun Licence (CPL) training course available. while extending your skills, please contact Bill or Neroli, phone is a one year, full time course. Worldwide growth in 07 829 7579 or 021 065 4538, or visit www.supercub.co.nz Training includes studying helicopter aviation offers twelve theory subjects (6 opportunities for pilots PPL and 6 CPL) and the in Off-shore Oil and Gas necessary practical flying (up Logistics, Tourism, Survey to 152 hours) to gain the CPL and Exploration, Police and qualification. In addition to the Emergency Air Ambulance, CAA syllabus (which includes Fishing Fleet Support and mountain flying and sling load Flight Training. 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10 Tips for Safe Mountain Flying in New Zealand 8. Takeoff: How much runway did you use? Is this more or less than you expected? Judging by this, will you be able to safely get Shoreline Helicopters Ltd Contributed by Ruth Presland and Wayne Allanson from Mountain Flying New Zealand airborne from any airstrip you may be planning to land on? Learn Based in sunny Hawkes Bay 1. Preparation is the key to any flying but is especially important before purchase! Also take your first aid pack and PLB and no how to check out strips, find wind without windsocks, and know Flight Training in the mountains. Let’s break it up into to stages because time spent matter how short the planned flight is, take the tie downs! In NZ which is the safe technique for landing in regards to wind strength, Hughes 300 on preparation will mean a safe and enjoyable experience rather there are many interesting stories of how planes were blown over direction and windshear. Part 141 than a rushed or extremely uncomfortable one, especially if the and this can even happen on a hot calm day without warning. The Flight Testing unexpected comes along. insurance company will not 9. Once in the air: Review your aircraft performance – is the Agriculture Ratings be so keen to pay you if the plane performing as you expected? If performance is not adequate, Part 135 and 137 Checks 2. First up, obtain the plane was not tied down. can you continue the planned flight? Changing conditions, such weather forecast; this can as rapidly reducing visibility causes disorientation, which in turn Servicing the North and South Islands be started days before by 6. Finally are you really leads to attitude and airspeed problems. Disorientation not only Contact: Rick Graham Ph/Fax 06 836 6798 Mobile 027 443 3537 conventional ways such as prepared? Rely on the local occurs with cloud but also with effects of sun and shadow in the email: [email protected] www.shorelinehelicopters.co.nz television, radio and the knowledge, these girls and mountains and snow capped scenery with a white clouded out newspaper. New Zealand, guys have been flying in horizon. (If you have ever been in a white out on the ski field you being an island country, can the area far longer than will know what this means). have predictable weather you and they enjoy sharing Keep an Escape option – always have a way out. Don’t enter a in the Southern Alps - if what they know with you. valley you can’t either out climb, or turn out of. there is a front coming, stay They will be happy to flight on the ground! Or with follow for you, so you have 10. Safety is situational awareness. Do utilise local knowledge. Do a large anti-cyclone over There’s much more to a mountain flight than just getting in and going, no matter how the added security that seek training; it enhances your flying skills and improves your safety. good the weather looks. Training, preparation and local advice are essentials. the South Island bringing someone who knows the Please prepare properly, look at the facts, stay current in handling Bush Flying at its Best stable weather, it is time to area and weather pattern is the aircraft, monitoring outside conditions, being prepared, and go flying! looking out for you. There thinking ahead. are many areas around our The most important thing is this: Take nothing for granted. 3. Personal Preparation mountains where VHF Don’t get into a mindset of seeing what you want to see. Constantly is common sense but for reception is unreliable evaluate the flight, the weather conditions and make sure you are most of us at one time so a flight follower is an following the correct valleys, rivers and ridgelines. If unsure, don’t or another this vital part excellent back up. just push on… re-evaluate and stay safe. can be skipped. Personal preparation means taking 7. Look at the actual adequate clothing, sturdy weather – How are shoes or boots, warm the current conditions jacket, sunhat, sunscreen, comparing to the forecast insect repellent, a warm conditions – and most hat, food and water. These importantly – look at the items are a minimum. sky. What is the wind MOUNTAIN Flying or ‘bush’ flying is the most enjoyable This preparation can showing - is this the same and rewarding flying you will do as a licensed pilot, when be made very simple by as the forecast wind? If you visit Mountain Flying New Zealand at Lake Wanaka. having a dedicated bag, like not, how will this affect Our instructors, Ruth and Wayne are CPL(A) and Part 149 your gym bag, that simply your flight? Do you have ATO (equivalent to Part 61 A Cat Instructor). They are lives in the boot of your to change your plans both thorough teachers and passionate about passing on car and goes straight into accordingly? knowledge to keep you safe in the mountains. Both have the aircraft you are using Ask the locals to point extensive backgrounds in commercial mountain flying and on the day, as part of your preflight process. out Lenticulars - indicating Wave. This is created by high-speed have been instructing out of for years. wind flowing perpendicular to the mountains. Lenticulars are Mountain flying provides an opportunity to improve all 4. Aircraft Preparation – equally as important: Do a thorough associated with severe turbulence and are accompanied by Rotors, aspects of your flying and personal airmanship. Wanaka is the pre-flight, (I like to do one the night before if the plane is in which are angry looking wispy clouds on the lee of a mountain. ideal location to undertake mountain flying training because a secure hangar as this avoids last minute surprises and time Rotors are not always visible. If the Lenticulars are visible, stay out of its orographic effects and easy access to the Southern pressures). Is the aircraft suitable for the planned flight as well as of the mountains and seriously consider staying on the ground. Alps, which provide an adventure flying back drop that will the current and forecast weather conditions? Take sufficient fuel, If the clouds are light and sky is clear, the mountains will be surpass any other flying activity you have done so far... but not to excess as performance may be hindered and remember inviting you. If you have no Valley Flying experience then seek At Mountain Flying New Zealand we are in a privileged your fuel card in case of a detour. Are there fuel pumps away from a lesson from a recommended local Instructor. The wind will position to have access many remote airstrips which we can your planned route? If not what is your back-up plan for fuel? be different in each valley system and they will teach you how to train from. If you are looking for the skill and challenge that Remember your documents. Take your maps, both aviation and read the wind, detect and avoid up and down drafts. Indicators Mountain Flying presents, then we are the ones to contact. detailed national park maps that name geographical features. of wind come from the tussocks, ponds, speed of the clouds Please visit our website to view the different packages we and their shadows, smoke, aircraft drift, aircraft nose attitude and offer and to see what clients say about their experiences. We 5. Survival bag: Be familiar with its contents. It needs to contain groundspeed vs. airspeed. You will also learn which side of the look forward to meeting you soon. enough items to survive in the bush for a few days and most valley to fly, how to transit mountain passes and what the local importantly it needs to be in the plane. Make your own up or there procedures are. Ask about how to improve your flying and decision- www.mountainflyingnewzealand.com are some adequate ones available in stores - but check their contents making skills and make the most of the available opportunity.

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Vertically Integrated Airline Pilot Training at CTC Cost effective Multi Engine Instrument Ratings A RECENT addition to the Eagle Flight is also superb for providing realism and Redbird”, which he says provided a much (VI) is the training philosophy VERTICAL INTEGRATION Training line up at Ardmore, and offering when required, spatial disorientation. more dynamic environment than he had on which CTC’s Airline Pilot training programme is founded, (situational awareness, workload management, decision making) the most cost efficient training path to The simulator is ideal for undertaking expected, especially with the ease that an from Pilot Selection, through Basic Training to the Airline during the navigation phases of training. A degree of maturity is a Multi Engine Instrument Rating, is a abnormal and emergency procedures that Instructor can change conditions. Qualification and Aircraft Type Rating Courses. VI is in many finally realised when the trainee recognises and pre-empts errors Redbird Full Motion Flight Simulator. are too dangerous to do in the real aircraft Nobin also found the simulator to be ways the precursor to the MPL. It is a unique concept and its from occurring through a process of threat identification or Able to simulate a Cessna 172 (G1000 - providing for an unlimited number of a great confidence builder for solo flight, success is based on the fact that when an error is made, quickly or standard panels), Beech Baron (G430, “lives remaining”. Even for normal flight, spending time on his own trying different CTC is one of only a few pilot manages the situation effectively G530 and auto-pilot), and instrument approaches training organisations worldwide to mitigate any reduction in the new Tecnam P2006T in preparation for when that can “under one roof ” train safety. Twin (with Garmin glass there wouldn’t be an pilots off the street and place Alongside the technical and cockpit from early 2011), Instructor alongside them directly into the right hand non technical skills and critically the CAA certified Redbird for reassurance seat of a commercial jet airliner important to the ultimate has a wide variety of that everything was within 18 months, and that’s success of the trainee is the training approvals under progressing as it should. now in excess of 350 pilots. insistence on cultivating the Rule Parts 61 and 141. From Effect of Controls right training culture that values There are many For more information to Effective First Officer, professionalism and instills advantages to spending A Redbird simulator VI requires a high level of CTC’s fleet of Diamond aircraft include DA20’s and DA42’s (above). discipline and compliance. time in a capable is available for training connectedness and commitment within the company to identify Combating ill discipline early by identifying and promoting a simulator, not only from at Ardmore. Contact and develop the key behavioural, technical and non technical culture of professionalism is essential to establishing positive the point of view of Eagle Flight Training on competencies integral to the development of trainee airline pilots. behaviours and attitudes that will have the most influence in instructing and quality 09 296 1839 or email: While it might be thought that the focus of VI is on managing protecting the trainee from an accident. of learning, but from [email protected]. Redbird technological systems, this is in fact only one part of the equation. That in effect is a quick overview of CTC’s VI Airline Pilot the viewpoint of the installations for two other The key to VI, is ensuring that the trainee’s technical and non Training programme. It “aint rocket science” and an important student, who is certain to Inside the Redbird. Six wrap-around screens and full motion ensure a most realistic experience. training organisations technical skills are developed logically and significant emphasis is point to note is that VI is fundamentally the process by which all appreciate the reduced costs involved. the simulator allows an Instructor to wait in NZ are currently pending. For Redbird in fact placed on establishing competency in visual attitude flying pilots should be trained, whether private pilot or airline pilot! Redbird distributor Mike Foster longer to intervene and then also offers the distribution enquiries contact Mike Foster in the first instance. Once the pilot is proficient in visual attitude For more information and details on our courses please visit explains; “Most students understand that option to pause the action for discussion at Executive Flight Services on 09 296 1839 flying then capacity is released to develop the non technical skills our website www.ctcwings.co.nz the minimum time experience requirement and demonstrations. Instructors can’t allow or email: [email protected]. for issue of their instrument rating is 40 matters to go too awry in a real aircraft, hours. The usual process followed is for the especially so when under Air Traffic and Air Taxi operations, to a commercial aircraft can be progressed by an observing student to complete 15 hours in a single Control instructions, and can’t necessarily flying career that included Lockheed instructor using a handheld radio. engine aircraft and then jump in the twin wait for the student to figure out what has Tristar, Boeings and Airbus. Qualifying as Modern gyroplanes offer very safe, expecting to be finished in another 25 gone wrong before making a correction. REDBIRD Ltd is a unique training GYRATE NZ a gyroplane instructor in 1993, Tony has economical and versatile flying and now hours. They get to the 40 hours of required Another simulator advantage is with facility in New Zealand. Five years ago the Full Motion taught to an established syllabus and has form the fastest growing sector of private time (and have likely consumed the funds asymmetric training. Mike points out that CAA issued an exemption to CFI Tony turned many ab-initio aviators into very aviation throughout the world. It is evident they had budgeted) but the reality is that this can be made much more realistic in FLIGHT SIMULATION Unwin allowing him to provide training capable and confident gyronauts. that training in New Zealand must expand most are still 20 hours short of meeting the the simulator, as you can easily instigate for ‘hire and reward’ on microlight Now available at Ardmore and approved for In New Zealand gyroplanes are classed to follow this trend and to this end Gyrate actual standards required for the flight test. a ‘real’ engine failure and then fly around gyroplanes. Gyrate flight training became as microlights and are administered is currently increasing its own instructor use in training pilots under Part 61 and They then carry on doing another four or with one engine stopped. This is quite a Part 141 for the following purposes: established and operates base, expanding five flights at high cost, usually in a twin.” different experience to training in a real from its own hangar and its ground school l Accumulating instrument ground time for By spending 20 hours (or more if aircraft where students will fly on a zero Licence or Rating issue. classrooms at Tauranga l Maintaining instrument rating currency. facilities and actively necessary) in the simulator, students can thrust setting with one side feathered, and City Airport. Students franchising the l Maintaining instrument approach currency. stay much closer to their traditional budget no element of surprise to the process. l Completion of an instrument rating annual train on brand new factory gyroplane concept to for the rating. Although only 20 hours competency demonstration. built aircraft equipped with other clubs. l Completion of the demonstration required can be counted towards the licence issue, A student’s experience radio and transponder, At Tauranga we for an additional make and model of GNSS simulator time allows for procedures to Recently completing an Instrument navigation aid. permitting operation in are fortunate to have become much stronger before getting in Rating in the Redbird at Eagle Flight controlled airspace alongside the support of the Dual training is conducted in the the actual aircraft (especially if it accurately Training is Nobin John. His 25 hours in commercial aircraft in a busy school’s Eagle Gyros (left) with Airfield Management, matches the instrumentation in the aircraft). aircraft and 35 in the simulator is typical of traffic environment. With students then continuing solo the understanding The significantly more expensive airtime most new rating issues. Nobin found the many private strips and grass training in their own aircraft. of some exceptional can then be used to focus on improvement simulator to be very helpful as a procedural airfields easily accessible we are able to on behalf of the CAA by Part 149 air traffic controllers and continued high rather than the basics, making the whole trainer and says that after one flight in the build confidence and develop students Available for hire to Pilots and Flight organisations such as RAANZ or SAC. quality maintenance from Solo Wings. process a much more economical exercise. actual aircraft to become familiar with the to handle the wide variety of situations Training Organisations. Pilots require a medical declaration from This makes for a total package that Though surprisingly common, it is environment, he was on track to be able they are likely to encounter as a general a doctor equivalent to that issued to a creates a high quality one stop shop for all Panels for C172/G1000 or standard, Beech obviously a waste of money to head off in to focus on ATC requirements and getting Baron with G430, G530 and auto-pilot. aviation pilot in NZ. public transport driver. Gyrate provides aspects of gyroplane training. a twin engined aircraft and then spend time maximum value out of the airtime. Initially entering aviation as a skydiver, For more information contact Mike Foster dual training on school aircraft but solo Contact us on 0800 FLY A GYRO, flying around in turbulence trying to figure Having used a Frasca simulator in Tony qualified for his PPL on a Tiger flying must be done in a student’s own email: [email protected] or visit us online at Phone: 09 296 1839 or 021 321 417 out how an unfamiliar glass panel works. the past, Nobin was impressed with the Email: [email protected] Moth and then went on, via gliding machine. Those with their own single seat www.gyrate.co.nz Full motion simulation with wrap- amount of detail, weather, and turbulence around visuals such as the Redbird offers, simulation that was “so much better in the

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Tecnam GA range perfect for Training Schools latest offerings, the Redbird is a ground-up modern design using THE ARRIVAL of the P2006T Twin and P2008 LSA (due in other light aircraft manufacturers immediately sought to determine latest technologies, being offered under what is essentially a cost New Zealand in January) herald the start of a new era for Tecnam how they could adapt their present product to the new category. plus pricing model – and creating something of a paradigm shift to aircraft. The company has quickly taken advantage of changing This typically either meant upscaling a microlight, or perhaps the market in the process. AIR PARTS NZ LTD regulations to expand its range making no other change than “To be first in the customer’s mind for General Aviation products throughout Australasia” Tecnam P2010 with new ground-up designs to a MAUW specification and AUSTRALASIAN DISTRIBUTOR FOR aimed at the General Aviation declaring the aircraft can be The third product in Tecnam’s GA stable is the soon to be • McFARLANE AVIATION PRODUCTS • RAPCO • TECH TOOLS WINDOWS market. Managing Director of registered as either microlight released P2010. This certified, single engine four seat aircraft has • RAM - ENGINES & SPARES • ECi – FAA/PMA ENGINE SPARES • SUPERIOR AIR PARTS – FAA/PMA ENGINE SPARES Tecnam Australasia, Giovanni or LSA. Alternately it might a carbon fibre fuselage and metal wing, a combination chosen to • A P I – (OCEANIA PARTNER) • SKY-TEC – LIGHTWEIGHT STARTERS Nustrini is quick to point out have meant downscaling a GA optimise weight, efficiency and cost of production. Power is by a • TEMPEST PRODUCTS • PLANE POWER – ALTERNATORS & REGULATORS • MICHELIN • KELLY’S AEROSPACE • AVCOMM – HEADSETS & ACCESSORIES that these are scratch built new category aircraft by removing Lycoming IO-360-M1a (Lycoming Light) engine providing 180HP SUPPLIER OF • CESSNA • BEECHCRAFT • CHAMPION • LYCOMING designs unrestricted by microlight features and weight. for a cruise speed (75% power) of 133kts at 6500 feet, a climb • M D HELICOPTERS • PIPER • SCHWEIZER • TELEDYNE CONTINENTAL category weight regulations. Both Tecnam took the approach to rate of 1050fpm and a 450kg useful load. Both analogue and glass aircraft have been created with design a new LSA category from cockpit versions will be available. the training market in mind, with scratch with a result that has been particular emphasis on being well received by those who have For more information robust, spacious, and comfortable already experienced it at Oshkosh For more information or to arrrange a demonstration in your for Instructors who may be this year – including some very area contact Giovanni Nustrini at Tecnam New Zealand on spending many hours every day in P2008 positive feedback from Cessna 021 832 626, e: [email protected] or visit www.tecnam.co.nz the cockpit. aficionados. The third aircraft in Tecnam’s GA range is a four seat single. Tecnam P2006T Twin A space this size is available from only $75+gst. Currently in the final stages of The first P2006T for New Reach thousands of aviation enthusiasts including every aircraft operator and aviation business in NZ. development, the P2010 is a high Zealand only arrived in June of The Dec/Jan issue deadline is 30th November wing, carbon fibre and metal this year and three were quickly

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Instrument Ratings. school operators interested in the for Rotax 912 and 914 aircraft is to ask if a simulator is New Throttle & Tecnam P2008 LSA available. The answer is not only Choke controls The first new P2008 Light yes, but also that it offers full Sport Aircraft will arrive in New motion simulation. Redbird are 2010 Catalogue Zealand early in 2011. Designed P2006T currently developing a module Available Now with flight training to CPL level for the aircraft with Garmin glass and private use in mind, the P2008 is loaded with features to make cockpit options which will be available early in the new year. The SUPERIOR AIR PARTS NZ LTD the cockpit a comfortable place to be. Seats (rather than pedals) are Redbird simulator is actually offered at such a low cost that some 5/4 Markedo Place, Papakura 2110, Auckland. fully adjustable and cabin space and level of finish are substantial. have initially dismissed it as being too cheap and therefore not up Phone +649 298 8992 Fax +649 298 8994 Email: [email protected] www.superiorairparts.com.au When regulations for the LSA category were published, most to the standard of other products. The reality is that like Tecnam’s

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North America full of opportunities Rod McDonald as a significant new trend and one that is a Contributed by Rod McDonald is a Business good fit with New Zealand’s reputation as Development a leader in adventure sports. The FAA is others, loves their ‘sport’, and many Manager for New currently reviewing LSA regulations which investors in the industry are motivated Zealand Trade could grow the potential for this market. by their interest level in the technology and Enterprise There is a global shortage forecast in or product and will put money into the and is based in pilots and aeronautical engineers. This opportunities that they feel connected to Vancouver, Canada. represents an opportunity for training, or like. AeroInnovate is a forum to connect He is responsible which New Zealand already has a solid with investors and other industry leaders for NZTE’s wider reputation for - as well as terrain that lends and entrepreneurs. Before AeroInnovate manufacturing activities in Canada and North itself well to pilot training. However, New it was very difficult, if not impossible, to America including aviation, airport technologies, Zealand will also need to do whatever it can connect with aviation investors at the show. defence, security, and emerging technologies. to continue to attract skilled workers. Given the issues in New Zealand regarding International maintenance, repair and the availability of capital for the aviation THE AVIATION industry in North overhaul services (MRO) are expanding industry, a forum such as AeroInnovate is America is changing rapidly across globally and New Zealand has a highly one that New Zealand companies should all aspects of the industry including talented workforce and extensive be seriously considering. commercial, business and general aviation. experience in servicing some of the world’s AeroInnovate is a good model for New It is an industry characterised by rapid leading high performance engines. Zealand, especially during Flair 2011 in technological advances and new product These are just a few examples, and by Hamilton next October which forms part and service innovations. And the pace is no means a definitive list. The emergence of the Real New Zealand showcase. This set to accelerate over the next two decades. of new technologies such as titanium alloy, is planned as a part of business-focused New Zealand aviation companies are well composites and the development of new activities timed to make the most of the placed to take advantage of a multitude of fuels will also likely be characteristics of the Rugby World Cup influx of visitors to opportunities arising from this rapid and industry over the coming years. Focusing New Zealand. Flair will be a mini Oshkosh sustained market growth. on safety, reliability, innovation and above of sorts – showcasing everything New The Airports Council International all, tailoring solutions to specific challenges Zealand has to offer when it comes to all (ACI) predicts the number of global faced by the aviation sector will mean new things aviation. passengers will rise from 5 billion in 2010 business for New Zealand. Oshkosh 2011 will be held next July, to more than 9 billion by 2025. The freight and I encourage New Zealand aviation market is expanding even more quickly AirVenture & AeroInnovate at Oshkosh companies to consider attending the and is estimated to nearly triple between One of the highlights of the North show in some capacity. If nothing else it now and 2025. Combined with aircraft American aviation calendar, and the place is a chance to get a feel for the breadth movements almost doubling over the to see the latest in all things aviation is and depth of the industry here, build same period, this will bring substantial Experimental Aircraft Association’s annual relationships, and see first-hand some of investments in new airports. Airports will AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. With the latest emerging trends. not only need to keep up by delivering more than 550,000 aerospace enthusiasts better and more efficient services but new attending, the show is the perfect backdrop More Information infrastructure will also be needed. for New Zealand’s aviation industry to NZTE: www.nzte.govt.nz network and learn. NZ Flair 2011: www.nzflair.com NZ solutions for the world I recently attended Oshkosh, along with Real New Zealand Showcase: New Zealand is poised to respond to a number of New Zealand companies www.nz2011.govt.nz/business this need with baggage handling solutions, including Spidertracks, Pacific Aerospace, AirVenture: www.airventure.org passenger check-in systems, air traffic Airmaster Propellers, Campbell Aero AeroInnovate: www.AeroInnovate.org control systems, in-ground aircraft systems, Classics, Prototype Design, Flyinn Tour specialised ground support equipment, IT and the Aviation Industry Cluster. It was, as solutions and even airline safety systems. always, an amazing few days. New Zealand can also supply security One of the newest features at Oshkosh technologies, especially given the growing is AeroInnovate – developed by the threat of terrorism that has sent security Wisconsin Entrepreneurs’ Network and the costs soaring and has alienated passengers. University of Wisconsin Oshkosh to bring Even in the growing field of aeronautics innovators together, bring new technology there is much research going on to reach to the forefront and create a consortium long-sought efficiency goals, paving the for sharing ideas and start-up efforts with way toward the first practical application investors. AeroInnovate highlights cutting of drag-reducing laminar flow control on a edge technologies, entrepreneurs, emerging transport aircraft. New Zealand is already companies, investment trends and other experimenting with drag-reducing laminar recent developments in the aerospace/ flow on light aircraft to improve efficiency. aviation sector. Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) has emerged The aviation community, like many

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Gliding: From trial flight to first lessons

Pilot Wanted Contributed by Jill McCaw become more familiar with the controls learn the effects of the controls. If you’ve for fixed term position can be a useful thing to do while you wait flown power planes before you’ll find you based at Wanaka IF YOU’VE become interested in for your instructor or are otherwise passing need to use a lot more rudder than you’re gliding, taken a trial flight and loved it, time on the airfield. used to. With other flight controls, less is what happens next? What is involved definitely more in piloting gliders. It is easy U-Fly Limited is looking for a CPL over the Summer season to fly scenic in learning to fly a glider? Prospective Strapped in and ready to get pilot induced oscillations that correct flights and self fly fights from NZWF. You’ll need a minimum of a CPL(A) and C-Cat Instructor rating. This is a great way to start your flying career. students often ask questions regarding Once you’re settled in and ready to themselves completely if you simply let go If you enjoy people and wish to work in the Adventure Aviation Tourism how many hours they need to fly to get fly, the instructor will strap in and run of the controls. Don’t worry, flying a glider industry, this position is possibly for you. You will need a willingness to solo. Glider training isn’t about hours; through the take off checks. It will be a will quickly become something you do as to help with all aspects of the operations. Closes 20th November it’s about competency and your ability to few more flights before you are expected to automatically as you control your car. please email us via our contacts page at www.u-flywanaka.co.nz. safely control the aircraft. People with remember them but it doesn’t hurt to start As you progress in your training you’ll power flying experience will do more and more of the have a huge head start over flying yourself. You’ll need a ARDMORE people who have never flown lot of work on take-off and Pilot Accommodation before. The average time to landings and you’ll probably HANGARAGE solo for someone with no spend a great amount of previous flight experience is that eight hours of training Full Service Hangarage available Take your plane approximately 8 hours. doing ten or fifteen minute now at Ardmore Airport on holiday The first thing you have to circuits. With no chance of 20m x 5.5m Power Doors do is join a gliding club. As a a go around, landings have member of a gliding club in to be precise every time. Large Apron CROMWELL New Zealand it will be the You’ll learn how to cope with Sealed Taxiway CFI’s responsibility to ensure “eventualities” and you’ll start Long Term or Short Term Recreational Airfield that you are safe to fly and the to learn the fun stuff, keeping CENTRAL OTAGO club will see that you receive your glider airborne for longer. Corporate Jet Services Limited [email protected] the training necessary to be a Once you’ve soloed, and P: (09) 298 6249 safe pilot. shouted the club in celebration, All NZ gliding clubs are you’ll find you’re hooked on run on a voluntary basis. Roger Read briefs student Robert McCaw before an instructional flight. the sport. Now you will want Membership fees help run the to fly further, using your new club and the national organisation (Gliding paying attention. They’re a much simpler found skills in reading the weather to take NZ). You’ll pay extra to cover the cost check than the one power pilots have to you where you want to go and get you of the equipment you use, gliders, tow use. CB SIFT CBE stands for Controls, home again. Physically flying the glider is planes and their fuel. You don’t pay your Ballast, Straps, Instruments, Trim, Canopy, only the beginning - there is so much more instructor who will be a volunteer club Brakes, and Eventualities – in the event of to learn and a great deal of fun to be had member. Upon joining it won’t be long rope break/tug failure our options are ?? along the way. before you become a volunteer something Once the checks are complete, another For more information on learning to too, as gliding clubs are run by everyone club member will help you hook onto the fly gliders contact your local club and chat taking their turn to do things to help the rope from the towplane or the winch. The with an instructor. Contact details are listed operation of the club. runner will signal to take up slack and once on the Gliding New Zealand website www. He or she might be a volunteer, but your the rope is taut he signals All Out and gliding.co.nz. For subscriptions to the instructor is fully trained. One of the first you’re off. The instructor will fly the tow national gliding magazine SoaringNZ, things your instructor will do is to ascertain and explain what he is doing. He may ask email: [email protected] how much experience you already have in you to pull the release knob to let go of the flying and what you already know about rope at the top of the climb. gliding. On the ground you’ll discuss how There is no engine noise, but there can the aircraft flies, the effects of the controls be quite a lot of sound made by the wind and what to expect on your first few around the aircraft. Once you’re familiar training flights. When you’re ready for your with the glider, you’ll actually use this sound flight the instructor will strap you into the as a clue as to how fast you’re flying. front seat of the training glider and explain Depending on the conditions, the the cockpit to you. You’ll be given a brief instructor will try to get you established understanding of the instruments and what in lift and gain a little height to extend they are likely to show in flight. You’ll be your flight time. This will involve turning shown and be able to play with the stick tightly in a thermal with its core of rising and rudder and brake lever. Things not air, or flying along a local ridge facing into to touch, such as the yellow release knob, wind. In still air conditions there may be should be emphasised. no lift available and he’ll go straight into Sitting in the cockpit of the glider to giving you a chance at flying and starting to

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15C the cutout windows proved quite Autogyro Europe’s new Calidus Gyro in NZ comfortable. In the rear seat a breeze around the back of the neck reminded Contributed by Tony Unwin Tony Unwin operates Gyrate at Tauranga, a gyro training centre and me of a sports car but the uninterrupted distributor for Autogyro Europe’s expanding range of aircraft. Their latest incorporates nylon bushes to minimise body vibration. Perhaps the view was ideal for photography. Should offering is the fully enclosed 2 place Calidus – two more of which are arriving biggest design variation is the inclusion of a firewall to separate the you however want the comfort of a full in New Zealand in December to join the South Island based one that is already body and its occupants from engine activity. enclosure and to fully enjoy the optional here. KiwiFlyer asked Tony to describe the aircraft and its origins. The firewall forward shell heating system on cooler days then the IN 1987 I collected a brand is hung to the frame as if it interchangeable canopy with just a small new McDonnell Douglas were an engine attached to the direct vision window and adjustable air MD-80 (a stretched version front of a conventional aircraft. vents is a must have item. The rear seat in of the DC9) from a very Likewise the engine mounts Calidus is wide enough for two children impressive high-tech production behind the main mast act as a but as this is not allowed a single adult can line in California, then in 1992 I counterbalance to the pilot. The surround themselves with baggage for a transferred to the A320 and was passenger and fuel are adjacent night stop or two and a thermos for in equally amazed by the scale of to the centre of gravity and so flight refreshment. Yes this aircraft is stable the Airbus production facility in have little effect on the trim enough for a hostie service but caution, Join the NZ Autogyro Association for just $35 per annum: www.autogyro.org.nz Toulouse. of the machine. Both roll and aircraft flight endurance is around four This year it was the turn of pitch trim are available from a hours which may exceed your preferred AutoGyro Germany to impress pneumatic system which allows time to a comfort stop. with a fantastic new factory that for hands free cruising. Driving Calidus is a safe, stable, easy to fly is accelerating production of force is a choice of 100hp machine. It is well equipped and can be their most successful aircraft Rotax 912s or 115hp Rotax 914. configured to a very high specification. The Calidus on show at Aero Expo 2010 Friedrichshafen, Germany. to one a day! Wow, how the These can now be offered with However, in New Zealand Calidus is a gyroplane world is changing. in-flight variable pitch Ivoprop microlight limited to Day VFR flight The MTO3 and MTSport propellers which should also be rules and this involves a responsibility to (branded the Eagle in NZ) available as constant speed units maintain a good lookout at all times and have been one of the fastest next year. not get locked in the ‘office’. No aircraft selling models of light aircraft Moving forward, the flying gives better all round visibility which is in Europe over the last few compartment is as spacious another excellent reason to fly in a tandem years and worldwide over 500 and comfortable as you could configuration. Handling is superb with very machines are now flying. To want, with the tandem layout stable flight up to the VNE of 125mph; the achieve even greater production Inside the Autogyro Europe factory. providing excellent efficiency machine slips through the air and it is quite it was necessary to design for performance and economy. easy to allow a small nose down attitude to a new factory complex and The aircraft can be fitted with develop from cruise and see the red line on more than double the factory. full dual controls, including the ASI approach unexpectedly! Seven CNC machines have pre-rotator and trim, which Suitable for local flights or the longer been working 24/7 for months enhances its use in the training trip in most VFR weather, Calidus has great to meet demand and all new role. The rear control stick is short field performance enhanced by a paint and composite shops easily removed when required >250rpm pre-rotator and has a touchdown are at full stretch. From some for normal passenger or extra speed so slow that the walking group goes forty technicians a year ago luggage applications. Pilots faster! Enjoy. Left: Calidus and MTO3 at Whitianga. Right: Calidus cockpit. the company now employs familiar with the Eagle will World Leading Magni Gyros are available to order in 70 on site in Hildesheim and instantly be at home in the New Zealand. They arrive fully assembled and has a working agreement with front seat although they can test flown by the factory in Italy. Rotorsport UK to conduct now vary the angle of recline to Choose Italian Style, Speed, and product development and resemble the feel of a modern the Proven Reputation of testing to international sailplane. many hundreds flying standards. worldwide. Flying Calidus Calidus Design I first flew an early The major cause of production Calidus at the expansion has been the huge factory twelve months ago public appeal of their latest Calidus and MTO3 gyros lined up at the Autogyro Europe factory. and everything fell to hand design, the all new Calidus. A quick glance might lead to the as expected. The handling was not vastly different but when I thought that this is an enclosed version of the Eagle but this is not came to deliver a machine from Tauranga to Dunedin the benefits the case. Clearly there are similarities but under the sleek body line of comfort and document handling in an enclosed cabin were is a very different construction. immediately obvious. Those of you with sailplane experience will Spare Parts and Flight Training also available Working down from the top we have the same length of know the problems of summer sun when unflattering protective Contact: Garry Belton rotorblades but colour coded end caps identify a slightly modified hats are essential. To address this issue Calidus is offered with Phone: (06) 327 8778 design to provide more inertia and stability. The rotorhead is a painted roof section and large cutout windows, ideal for hot Email: [email protected] now manipulated by cables instead of push-rods and the mast summer days. Somewhat surprisingly in Europe with a modest

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ARRIVALS - August/September 2010 Contributed by Penny Belworthy CCP Aero L-39C Albatros Limited Wellington Aeroplane ZK-PCC Air Tractor ZK-CCP L-39C CTD Cessna 172S CTC Aviation Training (NZ) Ltd Hamilton Aeroplane CTP Cessna 172S CTC Aviation Training (NZ) Ltd Hamilton Aeroplane BARGH & Gard’ner Aviation Ltd of NEW Zealand’s fifth Aero Vodochody CTZ Cessna 172S CTC Aviation Training (NZ) Ltd Hamilton Aeroplane ZK-MPM Pitts S-1S Featherston has recently purchased L-39 has been registered to Albatros DWE Cessna A185F Mr D Webb Auckland Aeroplane GAR Windward Perf. Sparrow Hawk Mr A W Ing Christchurch Microlight Class 1 another Air Tractor AT-402B to replace Limited of Wellington. The Aero L-39 HAT Eurocopter EC 130 B4 Hampstead Trust Auckland Helicopter IIL Robinson R22 Beta Mountain View Helicopters Ltd Christchurch Helicopter DIAMOND DA20 their previous one that was destroyed in Albatros is a high-performance jet trainer JWW Piper PA-25-235 Dennis Thompson International Ltd Papakura Aeroplane KBD Pacific Aerospace 750XL Pacific Aerospace Limited Hamilton Aeroplane an accident in April this year. This aircraft aircraft developed in Czechoslovakia in the LMO ELA Aviacion ELA-08-R-115 Mr S Haakma Morrinsville Microlight Class 2 LVA Vans RV 7 The Gallagher Family Trust Manukau Amateur Built Aeroplane takes the same registration of PCC and has 1960s to meet requirements for a trainer to MPM Pitts S-1S Mr M P McGruer North Shore Amateur Built Aeroplane already gone into service. replace the L-29 Delfín. It was the first of PAC Pietenpol Air Camper M/L Mr R M Wooller Wellsford Microlight Class 2 PCC Air Tractor AT-402B Bargh & Gard’ner Aviation Ltd Featherston Aeroplane the second generation jet trainers, and the PGG Acorn UFO Heli-Thruster Stag D M and P M Hall Te Awamutu Gyroplane SPT Supermarine Spitfire Mk 26 Replica Harding Enterprises Alpha Limited Wanganui Amateur Built Aeroplane first turbofan powered trainer produced. TRANSFERS - August/September 2010 More than 2,800 L-39s have been built BUA Piper PA-23 Apache Syndicate Albany Aeroplane BUC Gardan GY-20 Minicab Ross AG Air / Taylor Syndicate Matamata Amateur Built Aeroplane and still serve over 30 Air Forces around BUS Cessna 180 Wenderry Pastoral Limited Ashburton Aeroplane THE PITTS Special is a light aerobatic CGR Gulfstream American GA-7 North Shore Aero Club (Inc) Albany Aeroplane the world. The Albatros is a widely used CIR Alpi Aviation Pioneer 200 R M McLean Whangarei Microlight Class 2 biplane designed by Curtis Pitts. Curtis Pitts jet trainer thanks to its versatility, also CNU Piper PA-28-140 Mr W A Gebauer Taupo Aeroplane CSW Cessna 150G Coromandel Pharmacy Ltd Coromandel Aeroplane DIAMOND DA42 began his design in 1943–1944. Since then, seeing duty in light-attack missions as well CTQ Alpha R2160 Canterbury Aero Club (Inc) Christchurch Aeroplane the design has been refined continuously CTR Alpha R2160 Canterbury Aero Club (Inc) Christchurch Aeroplane as in basic and advanced pilot training. CTV Alpha R2160 Canterbury Aero Club (Inc) Christchurch Aeroplane and has achieved many competition wins. Desmond Sullivan CXF Cessna 150H Mr P H Bell North Shore City Aeroplane Increasingly popular in the civil scene, DGH Piper PA-28-140 Peter Morris Trust Auckland Aeroplane Paul McGruer started building MPM a DLQ NZ Aerospace FU24-950 Airspread South Ltd Mossburn Aeroplane ZK-CCP comes to New Zealand with a DNS Cessna 172M Services & Tourist Co Ltd Queenstown Aeroplane number of years ago and now (after some jet racing pedigree, having made several DOT Piper PA-28-151 Mr J J T A W Childs Blenheim Aeroplane of life’s usual distractions like building ZK-CTD, ZK-CTP, ZK-CTZ DPG Cessna A185F H.J.Sheild Family Trust Renwick Aeroplane appearances at Reno. EFD Cessna 150J Mr G G Hood Christchurch Aeroplane houses and working overseas) his Pitts is Cessna 172S EKE Cessna 172N Wings over Whales Kaikoura Ltd Kaikoura Aeroplane EQS Piper PA-28-161 Limited TAKAKA Aeroplane finished and ready to fly. This is a plans CTC Aviation Group (CTC) recently took FAL Cameron N-77 Sunrise Balloon Adventures Limited Queenstown Balloon FLB Cessna 152 Mr B R Bedwell Wanganui Aeroplane built aircraft which he has entirely built delivery of three new Cessna 172S aircraft FLH Cessna A152 Air Manawatu Ltd Feilding Aeroplane FMV Cessna 152 Taumarunui Aero Club (Inc) Taumarunui Aeroplane himself. The construction includes a steel with Garmin G1000 glass cockpits at its FWY Micro Aviation B22 Bantam Diesel & Dust (2006) Limited Wanaka Microlight Class 2 Crew Training Centre in Hamilton. These GCF Slingsby T.43 Skylark 3F Vintage & Classic Glider Club Inc Christchurch Glider tube fuselage, wooden wings covered with GMN Grob Twin Astir Glider Rentals Limited Omarama Glider BELL 407 a Stits product similar to ceconite fabric are replacing older aircraft and make the GRZ Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus Glider Rentals Limited Omarama Glider HDE Aerospatiale AS 350BA Helicopters Queenstown Ltd Queenstown Helicopter then painted to a very shiny red finish. It G1000 instrumentation CTC’s training HDQ Aerospatiale AS 350BA The Helicopter Line Ltd Queenstown Helicopter HEY Robinson R22 Beta Helipro Aviation Training Limited Paraparaumu Helicopter also has aluminum forward of the cockpit standard. HGF Aerospatiale AS 350BA Heli Tours Ltd Queenstown Helicopter HGL Robinson R44 Heavy Jet (Auckland) Limited Howick Helicopter so all wood work and metal work skills have HGP Hughes 269C Patchett Ag-Air Ltd Blenheim Helicopter HGS Hughes 369HS The Reliance Group Limited Auckland Helicopter been used. The engine is a Lycoming 0-360 HHP Hughes 269C Rosco Contractors Limited Reefton Helicopter A2D 180hp fitted with an Ellison throttle ZK-PAC HIH Aerospatiale AS 350BA Heli Support New Zealand Limited Wanaka Helicopter HIW Robinson R44 II Heli Sika Limited Taharua Road Taupo Helicopter body and inverted oil system, and a wooden Pietenpol Air Camper HKJ Robinson R44 II Southbranch Farm Limited Belfast Helicopter HKZ Kawasaki BK117 B-2 Auckland Regional Rescue Heli Trust Auckland Helicopter 76x56 fixed pitch propeller made by PIENTENPOLS are close to my heart, HOW Revolution Mini 500K Mr J T Robinson Taupiri Microlight Class 1 HRC Bell 206L Helistar Helicopters (Taupo) Ltd Taupo Helicopter Performance Propellers of America. Paul is so the first for the North Island and NZ’s HTX Bell 206B Helicopters South Canterbury Limited Timaru Helicopter hoping for a take of speed of around 60kts HTY Robinson R44 II Helistar Helicopters (Taupo) Ltd Taupo Helicopter fourth being readied to take to the air is HUT Robinson R44 Rosco Contractors Limited Reefton Helicopter and a cruise of around 120kts. The only extra special. PAC has been built by Rod HUY Robinson R22 Beta Button Logging Rangiora Helicopter HVA Robinson R22 Beta Bladehire Limited Taupo Helicopter modifications he has made to the aircraft Wooller of Wellsford over a ten year period HYT MBB BO 105 CBS-4 Rick Lucas Helicopters Ltd Palmerston North Helicopter IAV Aerospatiale AS 355 F1 The Helicopter Line Ltd Queenstown Helicopter are a locking tail wheel and the installation These three new additions take CTC’s and was originally started in Perth. As Rod IGD Robinson R22 Beta Whakatane Helicopters Ltd Whakatane Helicopter IMS Aerospatiale AS 350B2 Helicopters (NZ) Ltd Nelson Helicopter of the throttle body. The 25hour test Hamilton training fleet to 33 aircraft. The had no previous aviation experience but ION Robinson R22 Beta TNT Helicopters Ltd Motueka Helicopter BELL 429 period will be flown off by the very company is currently training around 180 had always liked home built aircraft, this ISF Bell 206L-3 North Shore Helicopters Limited Albany Helicopter JAQ S.M.A.N. Petrel Mr M J S Wilkins Taupiri Microlight Class 2 experienced Pitts pilot Richard Hood. airline pilots each year. design was the perfect cont’d over page JKB Cessna 172R TECNAM Ltd Papakura Aeroplane JRO Micro Aviation Bantam B22J Mr B D Sarginson Cromwell Microlight Class 2 KLH CFM Shadow Series B-D Mr B H Conway Invercargill Microlight Class 2 LDD Aerosport Scamp U/L Mr D M Harnett Sanson Microlight Class 1 LJG Cessna A185E Wanganui Aero Work (2004) Ltd Wanganui Aeroplane MAC Evektor - Aertechnik Sportstar Plus Nelson Pilot Training Limited Stoke Microlight Class 2 MDO Cessna A152 Eagle Flight Training Limited Papakura Aeroplane MXP Cessna R172K Eagle Flight Training Limited Papakura Aeroplane PKB Pacific Aerospace Cresco 08-600 Aerial Sowing Limited Hawarden Aeroplane PPA Piper PA-25-235 Glider Rentals Limited Omarama Aeroplane PZN PZL Warszawa-Okecie Wilga 35 Yak 52 Syndicate North Shore Airfield Albany Aeroplane RAE RAF 2000 GTX SE Mr L G Heslop Nelson Microlight Class 2 RCR Magni Gyro M16 G C Belton Tataramoa Marton Gyroplane RDT Embraer EMB-820C Great Barrier Airlines Flight Ops Ltd Manukau Aeroplane RFS DHC-1 Chipmunk T10 Mr B J Stokes Pukekohe Aeroplane BEECHCRAFT BARON G58 RMS Thruster T300 Mr B J Yorke Wyndham Microlight Class 2 SAA Cessna 208B Broome Air Services PTY LTD Australia Aeroplane SAX DHC-1 Chipmunk Mk 22 Chipmunk Syndicate Limited Papakura Aeroplane TAW Piper PA-38-112 Wellington Aero Club (Inc) Wellington Aeroplane TBD Sequoia Falco F.8L Ardmore Aviation Services Ltd Papakura Amateur Built Aeroplane TDS Maule MX-7-180B Wildlife Surveillance Limited Christchurch Aeroplane TLS Tecnam P92 Echo Classic de luxe Ardmore Aviation Services Ltd Papakura Aeroplane TWT Cessna A150L Parakai Flying School Helensville Aeroplane XJE Celier Xenon Mr J Thomas Taupo Gyroplane XPC Maxair Drifter XP503 P M Godfrey Kaiapoi Microlight Class 2 YXS Bolton Trike Moyes XS 155 D Burton Alexandra Microlight Class 1 ZIG Piper PA-32R-301 Golden Bay Air Limited Takaka Aeroplane

DEPARTURES - August/September 2010 CRG Cessna 177RG Sun Zapper (Aust) Pty Ltd Warkworth Aeroplane Exp DPR Percival Percival Gull Six Auckland International Airport Ltd Manukau Aeroplane w/d KING AIR 350 EHY Piper PA-38-112 Air Hawkes Bay Limited Hastings Aeroplane Dest FIU Eipper Quicksilver MX R J Hogg Kaitaia Microlight C1 w/d FLP Thruster Aircraft Thruster C H Rowe Waddington Microlight C1 w/d

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NEW AIRCRAFT | USED AIRCRAFT | ROTARY AND FIXED WING MAINTENANCE Hawker Pacific are New Zealand’s one-stop rotary and fixed wing maintenance facility under one roof at Ardmore. Contact Peter McCarty on 09 295 0665, email: [email protected] www.hawkerpacific.com 50 KiwiFlyer Issue 13 October / November 2010 www.kiwiflyer.co.nz KiwiFlyer ZK Register Review KiwiFlyer Classified

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FMU Piper PA-23-250 NZ Aerial Mapping Limited Hastings Aeroplane Exp GES PZL-Swidnik PW-5 “Smyk” Y K Belworthy Tauranga Glider Exp GOY LET L-13 Blanik Marlborough Gliding Club (Inc) Blenheim Glider Dest GVG Schempp-Hirth Ventus bT Mr R V Didsbury Waiuku Power Glider w/d HFQ Robinson R22 Beta Astral Helicopters Ltd Rotorua Helicopter Exp HKQ Aerospatiale AS 350BA Oceania Aviation Limited Papakura Helicopter Exp HQO Schweizer 269C-1 The Reliance Group Limited Auckland Helicopter Dest HTB Westland Gazelle HT Mark 2 Helicopters South Canterbury Limited Timaru Helicopter Exp 2006 CESSNA 172-S SKYHAWK SP ZK-JRE HTD Robinson R22 Mr M S Moore Reefton Helicopter Dest As new with only 210 hours private use. 180HP. HWG Bell 206B Oceania Aviation Limited Papakura Helicopter Dest Garmin 1000 glass NAV-III. Exterior: Vestal white with IJF Eurocopter AS 350 B3 Faram Aviation Group Limited Hastings Helicopter Exp maroon, grey & tan accent trim. Pristine condition. ISC Robinson R22 Beta Lifestyle Aviation Ltd North Shore City Helicopter w/d Interior: Taupe leather, factory original pristine. JIL Hawker Hunter FR 74S Clevedon Aviation Ltd Papakura Aeroplane w/d Transponder. Bendix-King Autopilot with Alt Hold. JOM Cessna 172S International Investments Ltd Manukau Aeroplane Exp ZK-COS: Airframe TSN 3174, Prop TSN 3174 with JTT Delore Skytrike/Vampyre Mr C E Taylor Rotorua Microlight C1 Rev Asking: $350,000 Net (GST inclusive)! LFC Micro Aviation B22 Bantam J McR Martin Farm Partnership Martinborough Microlight C2 w/d TSO 1121, Engine TSN 3174 with TSO 992.5. MST Titan T51 Mustang Mr I H Campbell Rangiora Aeroplane Dest King Avionics with KX155A/K1208/209A NAV/COM, Custombuilt two seat, retractable u/c, O-320 Lycoming PCC Air Tractor AT-402B Bargh & Gard’ner Aviation Ltd Featherston Aeroplane Dest KT76C/SSD120-30 TDR/ENC, KMA 28 Audio, (rebuilt) with new constant speed prop. Flown 30 hrs. SLG Piel Emeraude CP-301 Mr A R McCreadie Manukau Aeroplane w/d KLN 94 GPS, KMD 540 MFD and ARTEX ME-406 ELT. New Robinson R44 Raven I and II. POA. Economical cruise 2300/23” gives 170 KTAS at SSS Aero L-29 Pacific Airways Limited Auckland Aeroplane w/d Contact: Brett Puddle on 021 221 3981 or email: 5000 ft. $180,000. Contact Russ, phone (03) 359 7703 TOD Cessna 152 Air Manawatu Ltd Feilding Aeroplane Dest Contact Brett, Heliflite Pacific (NZ) Ltd, [email protected] $225,000 +GST Ph: (09) 2999 442, Email: [email protected] or email: [email protected]

aircraft due to its older style and using a combination of spruce, douglas Award Winning Classic Ryan PT-22 NEW Robinson R22 Beta II affordability to build. fir and hoop pine, covered with polyfibre 1977 Cessna 182-Q SKYLANE II ZK-JOY The Pietenpol Air Camper was and painted with acrylic paint. The landing 2166 hours from factory new. Engine: 350 hrs since For sale ex Ardmore o/haul 2004. 2000 TBO. Prop: 1270 hrs since o/haul. Tauranga City Airport designed in 1929 by Bernard Pietenpol gear is one of the 1966 modifications using Cessna avionics package with autopilot. Factory cor- from Broadhead, USA and the first plans springs, as the original undercarriage was rosion proofed. MCTOW: 2950 lbs. Useful: 1093 lbs. Commercial Hangar $129,995 +GST if sold in NZ. Delivery ex- Ardmore. were published in the Popular Mechanics wood and the 1933 used bungees. Engine with Office Space Magazine at that time. Then in 1933 an mounts and other hardware is made from for Lease improved set of drawings was produced 4130 tube and sheet, with the cowlings, and it is from these that many Pietenpols cabane and wing struts made from Prime Location have been constructed. In 1966 Bernard aluminum. built his last Pietenpol using a Corvair The aircraft is hangered at Parakai Suitable for a variety of aviation businesses, eg. Helicopter engine, lengthened fuselage and three piece airfield ready to have the wings attached, 1998 Cessna 172-R Skyhawk ZK-JKB Engineering, Avionics, etc. Low engine / airframe hours since rebuild. 5939 hours total time since new. Engine: 2184 hrs Spare prop, etc. Quality engine / fuse covers. wing with cabane struts. weight and balance completed and flight since Lycoming o/haul. 2000 TBO. Prop: 1980 hrs Contact 0272 293 880 New Exp. Cat. C of A compliant. A delight to handle. New Robinson R22 Beta II. POA. permit issued before its first flight. ZK- since o/haul. Bendix-King avionics package with Call owner for further details. Contact Brett, Heliflite Pacific (NZ) Ltd, PAC’s registration has two significances, autopilot. MAUW: 2447 lbs. Useful: 769.9 lbs. Phone 027 615 6235 or 09 294 7275 Ph: (09) 2999 442, Email: [email protected] Asking: $129,500 +GST if sold in NZ standing for Pietenpol Air Camper as well as Parakai Aero Club. Rod’s parting Storch 450S with free flying lessons SportStar Demonstrator For Sale Tecnam P2002 Sierra For Sale comment is “It’s been a long time coming, 3 years old and in very good condition. 80hp Rotax but this project has been more about the 912 with upgradable TBO. TT 1100 hrs. Xcom radio & 2 headsets, Microair Txpdr, Gyro T&B. Heavy journey than the destination.” duty undercarriage. Robust carbon fibre/aluminium/ synthetic laminate, non-corrosive construction. Full STOL (28kt stall). Cruise 100kts on 15lph. 1992 Piper PA34-220T Seneca III ZK-WIW Finally for this issue, a correction. In my last Only 3620 hours since new. Engines both 1660 since column I noted an incorrect take-off roll for Rans overhaul. King Autopilot Flight Director. King IFR Rod has also used a Chevrolet Corvair avionics. Standard 6 seats. Cargo door. S-7 Courier RPB which should have read 100m. engine which he built up himself as per Asking: $169,950 +GST if sold in NZ the William Wynne conversion manual and If you’ve registered an interesting new ALSO AVAILABLE: We are constructed his own propeller to do the aircraft in the last couple of months and 2000 Eagle 150B ZK-PNM replacing with a SportStar demonstrator 100hp 912s Rotax Total time 360hrs. initial static engine tests, but has now fitted would like to see it appear on KiwiFlyer’s 205 hrs since new. Vestal White with Mercedes Maroon lower new model. Purchaser will be offered free of charge Total time 230hrs. Equipped for night VFR. Always hangared. Professionally Maintained. fuselage custom paint. Eagle Blue-Grey interior. Bendix-King flying, and PPL theory lessons and exams to full $40000 of extras. Professionally maintained Radio, Transponder, 296GPS, Headsets, a 68x32 propeller from Brent Thompson, ZK Review pages, contact Penny Belworthy avionics with GPS/Moving map. Night lighting kit. $115,000+GST!! recreational licence, by one of the most experienced and in new condition. Selling for $135000 incl GST, Fuel Computer, Ballistic Parachute. of Rangiora. by email: [email protected] or 1980 CESSNA 404 TITAN ZK-NDY: Call for full instructors in NZ. Price is NZ$75,000 inc GST. $60000 below cost, For more information call $109,000 incl GST specifications. US$549,000 +GST if sold in New Zealand. Contact Allan at: [email protected] Ph: 09 434 6232 Aeroflight Aviation on 027 412 5402. Contact Kevin Farmer 09 533 0440 or 021 977 554 His Pietenpol has been constructed phone us at KiwiFlyer 0800 535 937. 1992 SOCATA TOBAGO ZK-MBS: $135,000+GST if NZ. 1986 RUTAN LONG EZ ZK-LEZ: $75,000 No GST. Owners want urgent sale and will consider all reasonable offers NEW Robinson R66 Turbine Jodel D-11 ZK-EDR For Sale 1997 Cessna 172R For Sale and trade-in propositions!! Reach thousands of Kiwi Flyers with your CLASSIC TIGER MOTH ZK-CYC: $139,900 No GST. (Ask about our Export price!) classified advertisement 1976 Piper PA32-260 Cherokee Six ZK-ELK $129,900 +GST if sold in NZ. Serious offer invited. For private advertisers, classified advertising in KiwiFlyer is discounted to only $35 including 1976 ROCKWELL COMMANDER 114 ZK-LMH $139,900 +GST if sold in NZ. GST for 50 words and a colour photograph. Or pay by column space at the rate of only $10 including GST per column centimetre. Phone Dennis: (09) 298 6249 or 0294 923 160 Post this coupon with your advert details and cheque made out to Kiwi Flyer Limited to Kiwi Flyer Visit us at Harvard Lane, Ardmore Airport, Papakura. Email: [email protected] Classifieds, PO Box 72-841, Papakura, Auckland 2244. 100 hourly and ARA just completed. Radio/Txpdr test Web: www.DtiAircraftSales.com Alternately, fax details to (09) 929 3079 or email: [email protected]. Credit cards are done, new brake pads, fuel hoses, wheel bearings, etc. ZK-JZM: Airframe TSN 5545, Prop TSN 1142 with 700 size tires & Maule t/wheel. Always fussed over. TSO 503, Engine TSN 1142, Engine time since bulk welcome but can only be accepted by internet payment. Please contact us for details. Has done 170 hours since I got her in 2008. Always strip 700. King Avionics with KX155A NAV/COM/GS, hangared. Comes with extras (call for details). Great all KX155A/K1208 NAV/COM, KL89B GPS, K1209A NAV/ Classified deadline for the next issue is 5th December. Don’t forget to include all of your round flying machine. Range 4.45 hours at 2500rpm GPS IND, KR87/K1227 ADF, Kt76C TXPD, KMA26 contact details in your advertisement. 4 PAX + Pilot, Cruise Speed 120 kts, 927 lb usable at 90 kts. Cover by Barsal. Moving overseas so make an Audio. Mid-Cont MD41-228 GPS ANNON, Artex ME406 max fuel. Contact Brett, Heliflite Pacific (NZ) Ltd, offer, no matter how silly lets talk turkey. Nick on 06 762 ELT. Contact: Brett Puddle on 021 221 3981 or email: International Aircraft Sales and Acquisitions for 41 years Ph: (09) 2999 442, Email: [email protected] 8662 or 0275 611 518 or [email protected] [email protected] $165,000 +GST

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Why an Aviation Industry Road Map for Training and Education Must Succeed While at the recent AIA Conferences, KiwiFlyer attended an informative presentation from ATTTO Chief Executive Elizabeth Valentine on funding issues in the aviation training industry. Via Elizabeth, we invited ATTTO to the current system will see arrangements put in place to ensure a write this article explaining a new road map and the important reasons for it. smooth transition and careful change management,” he says. “There TERTIARY Education sector performance and funding changes have been recent discussions with both NZQA and TEC on a range have provided an opportunity for the aviation sector to review the of specific matters. TEC’s postponing of aviation funding decisions relationship between industry needs, qualifications and tertiary shows that the Government agencies concerned have a growing funding for training in the sector. Over the past year there have level of confidence that this project will deliver necessary change.” been clear indications that some major aviation employers and the In parallel with this work, the New Zealand Qualifications Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) were not happy with aspects Authority (NZQA) is implementing the NZQA Targeted Review of aviation education. Questions over whether the TEC would of Qualifications from 1 November. This significant change in how continue to fund pilot training have been raised. qualifications are described and registered on the NZ Qualifications With the threat of funding withdrawal, an agreement between Framework (where all aviation tertiary qualifications reside) offers aviation industry organisations and the Aviation, Tourism and the aviation sector a prime opportunity to rationalise qualifications, Travel Training Organisation (ATTTO) was established in late 2009 and ensure those that are taught are consistent and high-quality. to review the current situation. This project is examining where These two parallel projects provide an excellent opportunity industry-led reform across qualifications and training needs to be to close any gaps that currently exist between student numbers, made. Project consultants Martin Jenkins were engaged in early qualification standards that work for industry and qualification 2010 to develop a way forward that would allow the pathways and completion rates that work for TEC aviation sector to continue to receive TEC funding “Questions over and NZQA. “The primary aviation employer concern appropriate to a sector so critical to the NZ economy. whether the TEC is about how employable people are when they have The project aims are to: 1. Establish an industry- been trained. So what matters is the job relevance wide position on workforce requirements. 2. would continue of training at any level, irrespective of whether Establish a comprehensive view of the current to fund pilot that training happens in the workplace, through training provision. 3. Establish an industry-wide training have a polytechnic, private training establishment or a position on any changes required to current training university,” says Elizabeth Valentine, Chief Executive provision. 4. Influence Government decision been raised.” of ATTTO. “If the aviation sector expects funding making on investment in aviation training. 5. Identify an ongoing investment from the government we need to clearly demonstrate process for delivering on, maintaining and enhancing the above. the practical ways we can offer value. Going forward, all aviation- The consultants have been working closely with an industry related qualifications need to meet the needs of sector employers, Steering Group chaired by Brian Whelan of Peat Aviation. The whether they are from an airline or general aviation.” group includes senior representatives from ATTTO, TEC, CAA, Understanding the work done by employees, employment AIA, Air NZ, Ministry of Defence and Airways. opportunities and career pathways across aviation has been a The project is now well advanced, with the Martin Jenkins team foundation consideration in this project. managing consultation with the industry and providing interested “Through the consultation processes, industry has a growing stakeholders with opportunities to contribute. The consultants have understanding of the issues and risks particular to their part of the attended AIA council and division meetings; have visited a range sector. The skills a person requires at critical stages of training and of training providers and operators; and conducted workshops and the employment pathways associated with particular skill sets have telephone interviews around New Zealand. also become clearer. We have been impressed with the number of Although it isn’t possible for the consultants to meet with people able to put individual interests aside and work for the good everyone, the Steering Group believes a representative cross section of the wider aviation sector,” says Valentine. of people has been consulted. There remains a strong focus on To illustrate, a group of industry flight training specialists put ensuring this project is industry-led. many hours into producing draft guidelines that can be used as TEC’s final decision regarding future funding for the aviation a blue-print for future planning. Considerations include aviation sector is on hold until the Martin Jenkins investigation is complete education governance, improved selection criteria, training models and proposed models, for both qualifications and funding, are and career path outcomes. An indicative implementation plan has submitted to TEC and the Minister for Tertiary Education. “Models been created to bridge the gap between where we are now and need to be acceptable to industry, the CAA and to also satisfy where we need to be by March 2011. Government policy for the sector. So there is a lot of complexity. Proposals from the flight training specialists and other groups But we’re working through it,” says Brian Whelan. are now being discussed with the industry steering group prior to Now that the project team has largely completed the first round seeking industry feedback. The window to develop the Aviation of consultation with industry at the coal-face, the next stage is to Education and Training Strategy, and Map of Provision, is quite get a blue-print and action plan out for consultation and agreement. tight. With Government interest in the project high, the team will Kevin England, Chair of the Flight Training Division at AIA provide an indicative plan to the TEC and Minister later this year, and an active member of the Steering Group, says transition with full proposals to follow by March 2011. and implementation will need to be worked through with care to For more information, contact Elizabeth Valentine at ATTTO, ensure desired outcomes are achieved. “Naturally any change from email: [email protected]

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