Tauranga Airport

NZTG / TRG

Tauranga, NZ

Last Updated
Apr 26, 08:00Z

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Weather Source: Auckland International Airport (NZAA)
Distance: 78nm / 145km from NZTG

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
5 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR NZAA 260800Z AUTO 24005KT 9999 SCT047/// 14/13 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 13 ft
SCT 4,700 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,713 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tauranga Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 5 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF NZAA 260500Z 2606/2712 24010KT 9999 FEW025 BKN050 BECMG 2707/2709 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:20Z BASE
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VFR 240° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZTG
04
22 ✈️
07L
25R
07
25
07R
25L
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
2,100 ft 197 ft GRE 52°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
07/25 0 ft 0 ft UNK
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
120° angle
07L/25R 2,460 ft 180 ft Grass 94°
4.1 kt 2.8 kt
146° angle
07R/25L 5,988 ft 148 ft ASP 96°
4.0 kt 2.9 kt
144° angle
16/34 1,886 ft 148 ft GRE 184°
2.8 kt 4.1 kt
56° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Tauranga Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NZTG
IATA Code: TRG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 13 ft MSL

Location

City: Tauranga
Country: NZ
Latitude: -37.671902°
Longitude: 176.195999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-12

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 2,100 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No
Runway 07L/25R
Length: 2,460 ft
Width: 180 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 5,988 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 1,886 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No

About Tauranga Airport

Overview

Tauranga Airport serves the Bay of Plenty region in New Zealand, situated at an elevation of 13 feet above mean sea level. The airport supports medium-sized aviation operations with multiple runways accommodating various aircraft types. Its strategic location near the coastal city of Tauranga provides important regional air transportation infrastructure.

Flying Conditions

The airport features multiple runway configurations, with surface elevations suggesting a generally low-lying terrain environment. Pilots should note the presence of grass and asphalted runways (07L/25R at 2460ft and 07R/25L at 5988ft respectively), which offer flexibility in wind conditions. The multiple runway orientations (04/22, 07/25, and 16/34) indicate potential variability in wind patterns.

Notable Features

Tauranga Airport's diverse runway portfolio includes both grass and asphalted surfaces at different lengths, offering operational versatility. The airport's coordinates at -37.671902, 176.195999 place it in a coastal region, which may introduce maritime meteorological influences. The variation in runway lengths and surface types suggests the airport supports a range of aviation activities from smaller recreational aircraft to larger commercial operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared for potential wind shifts given the multiple runway orientations. The longest runway (07R/25L) at 5988ft provides the most substantial approach option for larger aircraft. The presence of multiple runway headings allows for better wind management during approach and landing procedures.

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
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.