Kerikeri Airport

NZKK / KKE

Kerikeri, NZ

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Kerikeri Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NZKK
IATA Code: KKE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 492 ft MSL

Location

City: Kerikeri
Country: NZ
Latitude: -35.259148°
Longitude: 173.913317°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-12

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 1,608 ft
Width: 121 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No
Runway 15L/33R
Length: 2,247 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 15R/33L
Length: 3,904 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kerikeri Airport

Overview

Kerikeri Airport serves the Northland region of New Zealand, located in the Bay of Islands area. The airport supports medium-level aviation operations with multiple runway configurations, including a substantial 3904ft asphalted primary runway (15R/33L) alongside grass and shorter runways.

Flying Conditions

Situated at 492 feet above mean sea level, Kerikeri Airport experiences typical maritime subtropical climate conditions characteristic of New Zealand's northern regions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's coastal location, with runway 15R/33L offering the most substantial landing surface.

Notable Features

The airport features four distinct runway configurations: two grass runways (02/20 and 15L/33R) and two additional runways with 15/33 designation. The primary asphalted runway (15R/33L) at 3904 feet provides the most robust operational capabilities for various aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Approach considerations should focus on the primary 15R/33L runway, which offers the most comprehensive landing infrastructure. Pilots must carefully assess current wind conditions and runway length when selecting their preferred approach, with the asphalted 3904ft runway providing the most versatile operational parameters.

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.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution

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