Welcome to the New Plymouth Aero Club 

The New Plymouth Aero Club aims to promote aviation while providing a safe and affordable environment for aviation training with modern aircraft and facilities.

The Club

Established since 1928, the New Plymouth Aero Club offers pilot training courses from ab initio right through to the most advanced levels, as well as scenic flights and air charter.  We also have the social responsibilty for the supply of fixed wing air ambulance for the public of Taranaki.

Our organisation is certified by CAA, NZQA, AIA, Air Ambulance Division, Part 135 Air Charter, New Zealand Tourism Association and Tourist Flight Operators New Zealand.

Our Chief Flying Instructor is approved by the Civil Aviation Authority to carry out PPL flight testing, and has been involved with New Plymouth Aero Club for over 25 years.  Courses can be designed to meet the individuals needs, and at their own pace, be it pleasure flying or career.  Courses include:

Private Pilot Licence PPL	Mountain Flight Training
Commercial Pilot Licence CPL	Multi-engine Rating
Instrument Rating	Aerobatic Rating
Flight Instructor Rating	Night Rating

Location

The New Plymouth Aero Club is located at the NP Airport on the outskirts of the City of New Plymouth in the North Island of New Zealand.  The location offers a unique mixture of coastal and mountainous terrain.  The 8260 ft peak of Mount Egmont is approximately 30 km to the south of the city.

The Fleet

The New Plymouth Aero Club has a fleet of 7 modern aircraft.  We also have a programme to continually update our fleet.  We were the first New Zealand Aero Club to purchase a brand new Cessna 172 when the US manufacturer recommenced production after a 15 year break.

Contact Details

Postal Address: New Plymouth Aero Club Inc. Airport Drive, RD3 New Plymouth New Zealand

Phone: 64 6 755 0500 Fax: 64 6 755 1478 E-mail: npac@xtra.co.nz