Waiouru Airport

NZRU

, NZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:30Z

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Weather Source: RNZAF Base Ohakea (NZOH)
Distance: 47nm / 88km from NZRU

Current Weather

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02:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
6 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
4,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
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Raw METAR

METAR NZOH 040230Z AUTO 26006KT 200V310 9999 OVC044/// 18/07 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,686 ft
OVC 4,400 ft AGL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,086 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF NZOH 032306Z 0400/0506 VRB02KT 9999 SCT050 BECMG 0400/0402 26010KT BECMG 0407/0409 03005KT BECMG 0422/0424 29010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
07:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 30° 5 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZRU
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
3,917 ft 98 ft ASP 144°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Waiouru Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NZRU
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,686 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: NZ
Latitude: -39.446400°
Longitude: 175.658005°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-12

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 3,917 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Waiouru Airport

Waiouru Airport (NZRU) is located in , NZ at an elevation of 2,686 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (13/31), with the longest at 3,917 feet.

Airport Overview

Waiouru Airport serves 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 (13/31) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,917 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 NZRU, 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.