Rotorua Regional Airport

NZRO / ROT

Rotorua, NZ

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Rotorua Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NZRO
IATA Code: ROT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 935 ft MSL

Location

City: Rotorua
Country: NZ
Latitude: -38.109200°
Longitude: 176.317001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-12

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No
Runway 18L/36R
Length: 2,732 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 18R/36L
Length: 5,321 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

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About Rotorua Regional Airport

Overview

Rotorua Regional Airport serves the central North Island region of New Zealand, located near the geothermal city of Rotorua. Situated at 935 feet above mean sea level, the airport supports regional and general aviation operations with multiple runway configurations. Its position at coordinates -38.109200, 176.317001 provides strategic access to the Bay of Plenty area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 935 ft MSL suggests potential for variable wind and temperature conditions typical of New Zealand's central plateau region. Multiple runway options (18/36, 18L/36R, and 18R/36L) offer flexibility for different wind scenarios, with runway lengths ranging from 2,732 feet (grass surface) to 5,321 feet (asphalt surface). Pilots should anticipate potential thermal and orographic weather interactions common to this geographic location.

Notable Features

Rotorua Regional Airport features three runways with varying surface types, providing operational diversity for different aircraft categories. The longest runway (18R/36L) is a 5,321-foot asphalt surface, suitable for most regional and medium-sized aircraft. The airport's geographic position near volcanic terrain suggests potential for localized wind shear and rapidly changing meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Approach considerations should prioritize runway 18R/36L due to its longer asphalt surface, which offers the most reliable landing option. The multiple runway configurations allow for wind-adaptive approaches, with pilots selecting the most appropriate runway based on current meteorological conditions. Careful attention to local terrain and potential thermal effects is recommended during arrival and departure phases.

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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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.