Timaru Airport

NZTU / TIU

, NZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:30Z

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Distance: 75nm / 138km from NZTU

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METAR NZCH 040230Z AUTO 07014KT 040V100 9999 NCD 17/10 Q1021

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF NZCH 032307Z 0400/0506 06012KT CAVOK BECMG 0415/0417 VRB02KT PROB30 0416/0420 0500 FG BECMG 0421/0423 06010KT
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Airport Runway Layout

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ZTU
02L
20R
02 ✈️
20
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
4,200 ft 148 ft ASP 42°
9.0 kt 10.7 kt
50° angle
02L/20R 3,898 ft 197 ft GRS 40°
12.1 kt 7.0 kt
30° angle
11/29 3,652 ft 295 ft GRS 133°
6.4 kt 12.5 kt
63° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Timaru Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NZTU
IATA Code: TIU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 89 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: NZ
Latitude: -44.302799°
Longitude: 171.225006°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-11

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 4,200 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 02L/20R
Length: 3,898 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 3,652 ft
Width: 295 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Timaru Airport

Overview

Timaru Airport serves the South Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island, located near the city of Timaru. As a medium-sized airport with multiple runways, it supports regional aviation, general aviation, and potentially commercial passenger and freight operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 89 feet MSL indicates a relatively low-lying terrain environment typical of coastal South Island regions. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime weather influences, with potential wind variations across the three different runway orientations.

Notable Features

Timaru Airport offers three distinct runways: a 4,200-foot asphalted runway (02/20), and two grass runways of 3,898 feet (02L/20R) and 3,652 feet (11/29). The multiple runway configurations provide operational flexibility for different wind conditions and aircraft types, accommodating varying approach and departure requirements.

Approach Considerations

The runway configuration suggests pilots have multiple options for landing based on wind direction, with runways oriented in different compass directions. The presence of both asphalt and grass surfaces allows for alternative landing surfaces depending on aircraft type, surface conditions, and specific operational requirements.

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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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.