Motu Kaikoura Island Aerodrome

NZKD

Kaikoura Island, NZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 05:00Z

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Weather Source: Auckland International Airport (NZAA)
Distance: 56nm / 104km from NZKD

Current Weather

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Fresh 24 min ago
05:00Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
15 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
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Raw METAR

METAR NZAA 040500Z AUTO 22015KT 9999 NCD 18/11 Q1022

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF NZAA 040201Z 0403/0506 22015KT CAVOK BECMG 0407/0409 16005KT BECMG 0500/0502 24010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 15 kt
Visibility: >10km
07:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 160° 5 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZKD
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
1,796 ft 98 ft GRS
15.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Motu Kaikoura Island Aerodrome - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NZKD
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 400 ft MSL

Location

City: Kaikoura Island
Country: NZ
Latitude: -36.178101°
Longitude: 175.324005°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-12

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 1,796 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Motu Kaikoura Island Aerodrome

Motu Kaikoura Island Aerodrome (NZKD) is located in Kaikoura Island, NZ at an elevation of 400 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (04/22), with the longest at 1,796 feet.

Airport Overview

Motu Kaikoura Island Aerodrome serves Kaikoura Island in NZ. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (04/22) with grs surface. The longest runway measures 1,796 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check relevant AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from NZKD, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.