Ardmore Airport

NZAR / AMZ

Manurewa, NZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:30Z

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Weather Source: Auckland International Airport (NZAA)
Distance: 9nm / 17km from NZAR

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Dewpoint: 9°C
16 kt
210°
10+ km
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Raw METAR

METAR NZAA 040230Z AUTO 21016KT 9999 NCD 20/09 Q1022

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF NZAA 032306Z 0400/0506 18008KT CAVOK BECMG 0400/0402 24015KT BECMG 0407/0409 16005KT BECMG 0500/0502 24010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:37Z BASE
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VFR 180° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
07:00Z BECMG
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VFR 160° 5 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZAR
03L
21R ✈️
03
21 ✈️
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
4,630 ft 148 ft ASP 47°
16.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 03L/21R
Active: 21R
1,700 ft 59 ft GRS 47°
16.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
1,960 ft 59 ft GRS 92°
12.3 kt 10.3 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ardmore Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NZAR
IATA Code: AMZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 111 ft MSL

Location

City: Manurewa
Country: NZ
Latitude: -37.029701°
Longitude: 174.973007°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-12

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,630 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 03L/21R
Length: 1,700 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 1,960 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Ardmore Airport

Overview

Ardmore Airport is located in Manurewa, New Zealand, serving as a medium-sized airport at an elevation of 111 feet above mean sea level. Situated at coordinates -37.029701, 174.973007, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding metropolitan region. Its three runways offer diverse operational capabilities for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport's three runways - one asphalt (03/21 at 4,630 ft) and two grass surfaces (03L/21R at 1,700 ft and 07/25 at 1,960 ft) - present variable surface conditions that pilots must carefully evaluate. Given the airport's coastal North Island location, weather can change rapidly, with wind direction and intensity potentially impacting runway selection and approach strategies. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind scenarios due to the multiple runway orientations.

Notable Features

Ardmore Airport's diverse runway configuration allows for flexible aircraft operations across different surface types and approach vectors. The asphalt runway (03/21) provides the longest surface at 4,630 feet, suitable for larger aircraft, while the two grass runways offer alternative landing options. The airport's moderate elevation of 111 feet MSL suggests relatively benign terrain characteristics in the immediate vicinity.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will depend primarily on wind direction, with the primary asphalt runway (03/21) likely offering the most consistent surface for most operations. The grass runways (03L/21R and 07/25) provide supplementary landing options, potentially useful during maintenance of the main runway or for specific aircraft type preferences. Pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight assessments of current wind and surface conditions before approach.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.