Forest Field Aerodrome

NZFF

, NZ

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Currently using: NZCH
Weather Source: Christchurch International Airport (NZCH)
Distance: 10nm / 18km from NZFF

Current Weather

Display Units
Last Updated
10:30Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
4kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
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Ceiling
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QNH (hPa)
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Raw METAR

NZCH 141030Z AUTO 07004KT 9999 NCD 04/01 Q1010

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF NZCH 140802Z 1409/1512 35005KT CAVOK BECMG 1418/1420 29010KT BECMG 1501/1503 31015G25KT BECMG 1507/1509 32008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 5kt
Visibility: >10km
18:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 290° 10kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
ZFF
05 ✈️
23
10 ✈️
28
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
 2,395 ft 164 ft Grass 0°
↑ 1.4kt • ↔ 3.8kt
70° angle
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
 2,461 ft 164 ft Grass 0°
↑ 1.4kt • ↔ 3.8kt
70° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
 3,281 ft 131 ft Grass 0°
↑ 1.4kt • ↔ 3.8kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Forest Field Aerodrome - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NZFF
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 381 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: NZ
Latitude: -43.385799°
Longitude: 172.360992°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-11

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,395 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 2,461 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

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About Forest Field Aerodrome

Forest Field Aerodrome (NZFF) is a general aviation airport and airfield located in , NZ. The facility operates at an elevation of 381 feet above sea level and primarily serves private aircraft, flight training, and general aviation activities.

The facility features 3 runways (05/23, 10/28, 18/36) with Grass surface . Weather services provide regular METAR reports and TAF forecasts to ensure safe flight operations in all conditions.

Pilots can access comprehensive weather data, including current conditions, extended forecasts, and flight rules analysis. The airport information displayed here includes runway details, operational data, and essential resources for flight planning and execution. All weather data is updated regularly to provide the most current information for aviation decision-making.

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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